Heena Bukhari
Dubai
Summary
Experienced vocational educator skilled in teaching English within an applied skills environment. Demonstrated ability to develop captivating lessons that foster student learning in a career-focused approach. Diverse range of practical experiences from education and entrepreneurship. Utilizes real-world examples to reinforce academic learning and cultivate dynamic, interactive educational experiences. Equipped with a master's degree and a supporting PGCE qualification for a meaningful impact in the field of education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Creative Director
Heena Bukhari Garments
04.2024 - Current
- Launched and scaled a premium women’s clothing brand specialising in pleated designs, growing the product line from 5 to over 30 SKUs within the first year
Founder & Educational Quality Advisor
Heena Bukhari Tutoring
09.2016 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: Founder & Educational Quality Advisor, British and American English Curriculum
- Founded and managed a tutoring business, developing inclusive curricula tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with ADHD, to improve student outcomes and parental engagement
- Implemented a quality assurance framework to monitor and evaluate teaching effectiveness, utilising data-driven insights to guide instructional improvements
- Developed and led student-centred initiatives that promoted critical thinking and a growth mindset, aligning with best practices in differentiated instruction
- Designed and facilitated workshops for parents and students navigating critical educational transitions, with a focus on promoting well-being and academic success
- Employed original and authentic texts; created activities targeting receptive and productive skills and language systems
- Founder & Educational Quality Advisor, British and American English Curriculum
Curriculum Developer & Instructional Coach
Rutgers Preparatory School
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Created and delivered inclusive curricula for students with special needs, emphasising differentiated instruction and ensuring alignment with school-wide quality standards
- Served on academic and administrative committees focused on student welfare and instructional excellence, contributing to policies that supported learner growth and faculty development
- Coached faculty on effective teaching strategies, including the use of formative assessments and personalised learning plans to meet the diverse needs of students
Humanities Curriculum and Quality Assurance Developer
Barking and Dagenham College
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Led the development and delivery of curricula in line with Ofsted standards, ensuring that quality assurance measures were met across humanities programs
- Conducted market analysis to identify educational needs, utilising findings to inform curriculum improvements and address skills gaps within the local community
- Collaborated with leadership and local authorities to implement new programs that promoted inclusivity and addressed industry demands
- Taught pre- and upper-intermediate English as a Second Language (ESL) classes of 4-12 students from various cultural backgrounds
- Employed effective classroom management to facilitate learning in a structured yet enjoyable way
- Ensured all students were engaged and actively participating
- Prepared lesson plans and tailored lessons according to the students' needs
- Effectively staged and timed the lessons
- Checked and assessed students’ progress by grading their work, performing assessments, and supplying feedback
Education
BA - Sociology and Politics
Goldsmiths College
LondonMA - Education Literacy
University College London
London09.2023
PGCE - Certificate in Post-Compulsory Education
University College London
London09.2015
Skills
- IGCSE & IB Specialist
- Curriculum Assessment
- Classroom Management
- Instructional English Mentor
- Applied Learning
- Practical Lesson Structuring
- Assessing Competencies
- Advanced Level English Studie
- Curriculum Development
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data Tracking (Arbor and SIMS)
- Leadership and Training
Accomplishments
- Improved reading comprehension among SEN students by over 40%.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Punjabi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Founder and Creative Director
Heena Bukhari Garments
04.2024 - Current
Founder & Educational Quality Advisor
Heena Bukhari Tutoring
09.2016 - 08.2021
Curriculum Developer & Instructional Coach
Rutgers Preparatory School
09.2015 - 06.2016
Humanities Curriculum and Quality Assurance Developer
Barking and Dagenham College
09.2014 - 07.2015
BA - Sociology and Politics
Goldsmiths College
MA - Education Literacy
University College London
PGCE - Certificate in Post-Compulsory Education
University College London
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