Fathima Zuhair
Dubai
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering over 10 years of experience in school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Ilma International Girls’ School, Colombo 05
Sri Lanka
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Provided leadership and direction for the holistic development of over 2800 students (Pre Garde – Advanced Level) and 225 teachers.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Created a culture of high achievement amongst the students while, actively promoting the love of learning in line with the mission and vision of the school.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Conducted all academic and co-curricular programs in an efficient and effective manner and ensured that all students were provided with an opportunity to do their best.
- Developed, coordinated and supervised after-school programs and activities to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Introduced and promoted the culture of collaboration amongst the staff by sharing exemplary practices across the school.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Primary Headmistress
Ilma International Girls’ School, Colombo 05
Sri Lanka
06.2012 - 05.2019
- Worked closely with the principal and the rest of the leadership team while,
- Providing leadership and direction for the holistic development of 1500 students and supervising and mentoring over 100 teachers in performing at optimal levels.
- Prepared and executed the primary academic calendar.
- Prepared and managed budgets for the primary events.
- Introduced the concept of Continuous Assessment system – helped students become lifelong learners while maintaining and improving academic standards.
- Implemented the Collaborative teaching methodology – Improved quality of teachers, reduced the workload and helped maintain uniformity of work among parallel classes.
- Designed and Implemented policies and procedures for the smooth functioning of the section.
- Provided leadership for the introduction of extra-curricular, co- curricular and charitable activities
Head Teacher
Mahadh Zuhair Lil Muslimath, Educational Institute for Muslim Ladies
Sri Lanka
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Handled the admission of students, recruitment of teachers, setting of syllabi and supervising & mentoring of staff and students
- Accountable for academic development and total administration of the children’s section of the institute.
Primary Teacher
Ilma International Girls’ School, Colombo 05
Sri Lanka
07.2010 - 06.2012
- Served as a teacher of English Language, English Literature & Elocution - (Grade 4 & 5)
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Engaged in professional development to learn best practices and improve processes.
Primary Coordinator - English Language
Ilma International Girls' School, Colombo 05
Sri Lanka
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Primary Teacher
Royal Institute
Sri Lanka
05.1999 - 06.2004
- Served as a class teacher of Primary One, Pre-Grade, Lower and Upper Primary Classes.
- Was the teacher in charge of Elocution – Pre-Grade to Grade 4
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Designed engaging and personalized instruction to nurture and empower students, resulting in positive learning outcomes and student goal achievement.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
Malaysia2018
Professional Diploma - Advanced Teaching
BTEC Level 5 - Pearson Education
Gateway Graduate School, Sri Lanka2016
Professional Diploma - Teaching
BTEC Level 4 - Pearson Education
Gateway Graduate School, Sri Lanka2014
Montessori Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Association Montessori International
Good Shepherd Maria Montessori Training Centre1999
Timeline
Principal
Ilma International Girls’ School, Colombo 05
06.2019 - 12.2022
Primary Headmistress
Ilma International Girls’ School, Colombo 05
06.2012 - 05.2019
Primary Coordinator - English Language
Ilma International Girls' School, Colombo 05
06.2011 - 05.2012
Primary Teacher
Ilma International Girls’ School, Colombo 05
07.2010 - 06.2012
Head Teacher
Mahadh Zuhair Lil Muslimath, Educational Institute for Muslim Ladies
01.2007 - 01.2015
Primary Teacher
Royal Institute
05.1999 - 06.2004
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
Professional Diploma - Advanced Teaching
BTEC Level 5 - Pearson Education
Professional Diploma - Teaching
BTEC Level 4 - Pearson Education
Montessori Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Association Montessori International
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Community Engagement
- Curriculum Development
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Academic Program Management
- Budget Administration
- Mentoring
- Staff Management
- Process Improvement
- Interpersonal Strengths
- Multitasking Abilities