Maram Zaghmout
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with a strong focus on strategic leadership and vision, excelling in curriculum design and development. Proven expertise in data analysis and student progress tracking to enhance teaching and learning improvement. Adept at team leadership and staff development, ensuring compliance with KHDA and MOE standards. Skilled in communication and stakeholder engagement, fostering inclusive education through differentiation. Committed to problem solving and decision making, aiming to drive educational excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Arabic B Subject Leader & Teacher
Sunmarke School – Fortes Education
Dubai
2019.08 - 2026.04
- Led the strategic development of the Arabic B curriculum aligned with MOE, KHDA, and international standards.
- Designed and implemented a progressive, skills-based curriculum focused on real-life communication.
- Analysed student performance data to identify gaps and implement targeted interventions, improving attainment and progress.
- Delivered GCSE Arabic with consistently strong student outcomes through effective teaching and targeted exam preparation, with a high proportion of students achieving Grades 7–9.
- Supported and developed teachers through coaching, mentoring, and collaborative planning.
- Developed and monitored assessment systems to ensure consistency and alignment with inspection expectations.
- Led departmental self-evaluation and improvement planning, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Coordinated and managed departmental initiatives such as Arabic Week, increasing student engagement.
- Promoted inclusive teaching practices to support ELL, SEND, and mixed-ability learners.
- Strengthened communication with parents to support student progress and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with SLT to support whole-school priorities and continuous improvement.
Arabic Teacher (Native & Non-Native Speakers)
Sofielunds School
Malmö, Sweden
2015.02 - 2019.05
- Taught Arabic to both native and non-native students, adapting lessons to meet diverse learning needs.
- Planned and delivered lessons developing all four language skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening).
- Differentiated instruction for students from multicultural and multilingual backgrounds.
- Monitored student progress and used assessment to inform planning and support individual needs.
- Created an inclusive environment promoting engagement, confidence, and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to support effective teaching practices and student outcomes.
Arabic B Team Leader | Arabic & Islamic Studies (Non-Native Learners)
Dar Al Marefa Private School (IB School)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2009.09 - 2014.10
- Led a team of Arabic teachers, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery across PYP and MYP frameworks.
- Taught Arabic B and Islamic Studies for non-native speakers, adapting content for different proficiency levels.
- Designed engaging, student-centred lessons to support language acquisition and cultural understanding.
- Contributed to the development of a progressive Arabic curriculum aligned with IB standards.
- Supported students with hearing impairments using differentiated and inclusive strategies.
- Provided targeted support for both native and non-native learners to ensure progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching and learning practices.
- Built strong relationships with students and parents, supporting academic progress and wellbeing.
Administrator
Ministry of Tourism and National Museum
Damascus, Syria
2005.09 - 2007.07
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence and administrative processes.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - English Literature
Damascus University
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Curriculum Design & Development
- Data Analysis & Student Progress Tracking
- Teaching & Learning Improvement
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- KHDA & MOE Compliance
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Inclusive Education & Differentiation
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
Professional Development & Certifications
- Certified Positive Discipline Classroom Educator
- Differentiated Learning in the Classroom
- Inquiry-Based Learning (PYP & MYP)
- IB Training (Teaching, Assessment, Inquiry)
- Special Needs Education (Dyslexia)
- Voiceover & Communication Skills (KHDA Certified)
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 06 May 1984
- Nationality: Swedish
- Marital status: Married
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Swedish
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Arabic B Subject Leader & Teacher
Sunmarke School – Fortes Education
2019.08 - 2026.04
Arabic Teacher (Native & Non-Native Speakers)
Sofielunds School
2015.02 - 2019.05
Arabic B Team Leader | Arabic & Islamic Studies (Non-Native Learners)
Dar Al Marefa Private School (IB School)
2009.09 - 2014.10
Administrator
Ministry of Tourism and National Museum
2005.09 - 2007.07
Bachelor’s Degree - English Literature
Damascus University