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Maria Savvides

English Teacher
Abu Dhabi

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

English Teacher

Applied Technology High School- Abu Dhabi Girls Campus
Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - Current
  • Specialized in preparing Grades 9-12 students for IELTS and Emsat exams, with a focus on ASP, Advanced, and General clusters.
  • Co-hosted the workshop "AI and Ethics: Now What?" at IAT TEC 2024, promoting forward-thinking teaching practices in AI and education.
  • Awarded the Teacher Award (Jan 2025) for achieving the best End of Term exam results across 20 campuses, reflecting a commitment to student success.
  • Recipient of the Teacher Award (Sep 2022) for voluntary teaching in Nungwi, Zanzibar, highlighting dedication to global education and community service.
  • Led school clubs and extracurricular activities, including Debate and Mental Health Clubs, fostering student leadership, critical thinking, and well-being.
  • Mentored and guided students for two years, focusing on personal and academic growth.

English Teacher & Staff Coordinator

Xenion High School
Famagusta
09.2018 - 08.2021
  • Coordinated staff at The English School of Cyprus, overseeing material design, staff training, and leading workshops for international students.
  • Led the Institute Branch, managing budgets, meetings, and extracurricular activities to enhance school operations.
  • Taught English to Years 1-7, following the British Curriculum (Key Stages 3 & 4) alongside the Cypriot National Curriculum.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Teams, delivering engaging online lessons through virtual learning platforms.

English Teacher

Together English Language Centre
Nicosia
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Instructed KET, PET, and Pre-IGCSE students, preparing them for Cambridge Exams through tailored lesson plans and focused exam strategies.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Supported students from state schools by reinforcing the English Language syllabus, ensuring comprehension and academic success.

English Teacher

Learnway Private Institute
Nicosia
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
  • Instructed diverse groups of students across multiple English language exams, including Pre-Junior, YLE, KET, PET, IGCSE, ECCE, and IELTS.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.

English Teacher

University of Essex
Colchester
01.2015 - 05.2015
  • Taught English to adult learners (ages 20-40) across varying proficiency levels, adapting lessons to meet diverse needs.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language

University of Essex
Colchester, UK
09.2014 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Arts - English Language

University of Essex
Colchester, UK
10.2011 - 07.2014

Timeline

English Teacher

Applied Technology High School- Abu Dhabi Girls Campus
08.2021 - Current

English Teacher & Staff Coordinator

Xenion High School
09.2018 - 08.2021

English Teacher

Together English Language Centre
09.2017 - 06.2018

English Teacher

Learnway Private Institute
09.2015 - 06.2017

English Teacher

University of Essex
01.2015 - 05.2015

Master of Arts - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language

University of Essex
09.2014 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Arts - English Language

University of Essex
10.2011 - 07.2014
Maria SavvidesEnglish Teacher