Fouad Faraj
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Dynamic and innovative professional with extensive experience in music education, performance, and administration. Adept at curriculum development, program coordination, and digital integration in educational and administrative settings. Skilled in AI-powered tools for work automation, planning, and design, enhancing operational efficiency in administrative and educational environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Coordinator & Head of Music Department
Horizon Private School - American Branch
Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - Current
- Lead and develop music programs aligned with ADEK Requirements and American curriculum
- Coordinate school-wide activities, ensuring seamless execution
- Implement AI-driven automation tools for event planning and administrative efficiency
- Train and mentor faculty on integrating technology into music education
- Organized recreational field trips & activities to promote social interaction and National Identity among participants.
- Developed and implemented programs for youths to foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Managed budgets for activities and events, ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal allocation of resources.
- Developed policies and procedures related to activity operations.
Music Teacher (PYP/MYP Program)
Wellspring Learning Community
Beirut
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Designed and delivered engaging music lessons using digital platforms
- Engaged students through creative activities such as songwriting exercises or arranging games that are fun but also help them learn important concepts like rhythm or harmony.
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
- Mentored individual students by taking creative approach.
Music Teacher & Activities Coordinator
Horizon Private School
Abu Dhabi
08.2011 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented innovative music education strategies
- Led extra-curricular music programs and school concerts
- Planned and coordinated field trips to galleries and museums to expose students to examples of art.
- Collaborated with other teachers in order to create innovative projects that involve multiple disciplines such as art, theatre, dance.
Music Teacher (Elementary Department)
Abu Dhabi International Private School
Abu Dhabi
08.2007 - 08.2011
Education
IB Training CAT 2 - Art Education
International Baccalaureate
01-2021
Piano Diploma - Performing Arts
Associated Board of The Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
01-2011
BA & Teaching Diploma - Music Education
University of Lebanon
Lebanon01-2007
Advanced Studies in Composition, Theory, and Piano Performance - Music Composition
Lebanese Conservatory of Music
01-2007
Skills
- Music curriculum development (PYP, MYP, IB, NC Music Standards)
- Teaching piano
- Teaching kanun
- Teaching Riqq
- Ensemble performance
- Composing
- Arranging
- Mixing
- Mastering music
- Student-centered learning methodologies
- ABRSM exam preparation
- AI-driven administrative automation
- Digital music software expertise
- AI-powered lesson planning
- AI-based design tools
- Smart data analysis
- Workflow automation
- Team management
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
- Customer retention
- Self-motivation
Timeline
Activities Coordinator & Head of Music Department
Horizon Private School - American Branch
08.2021 - Current
Music Teacher (PYP/MYP Program)
Wellspring Learning Community
08.2018 - 08.2021
Music Teacher & Activities Coordinator
Horizon Private School
08.2011 - 08.2018
Music Teacher (Elementary Department)
Abu Dhabi International Private School
08.2007 - 08.2011
IB Training CAT 2 - Art Education
International Baccalaureate
Piano Diploma - Performing Arts
Associated Board of The Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
BA & Teaching Diploma - Music Education
University of Lebanon
Advanced Studies in Composition, Theory, and Piano Performance - Music Composition
Lebanese Conservatory of Music
Languages
- Arabic, Native
- English, Fluent (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
- French, Proficient
Extracurricular Activities
Football Taekwondo Cycling Swimming
Additional experience
Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi, Bait El Oud, Tournesol Theatre Lebanon, Cyprus Limassol Music Festival, Soundtracks for TV, UNESCO School Contest, Green Line Organization, Al Jazeera TV Sports Show
Portfolio links
- YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeOSSJiFRAI&t=10s
- Facebook Post, https://www.facebook.com/wellspringlc/posts/2630678857150596
- Facebook Video, https://www.facebook.com/wellspringlc/videos/855179011642787/
References
References available upon request.
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