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
2021.08 - 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
2018.09 - 2021.08
- 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
2017.09 - 2018.06
- 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
2015.09 - 2017.06
- 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
2015.01 - 2015.05
- 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 2014.09 - 2015.11
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
University of Essex
Colchester, UK 2011.10 - 2014.07
Timeline
English Teacher
Applied Technology High School- Abu Dhabi Girls Campus
2021.08 - Current
English Teacher & Staff Coordinator
Xenion High School
2018.09 - 2021.08
English Teacher
Together English Language Centre
2017.09 - 2018.06
English Teacher
Learnway Private Institute
2015.09 - 2017.06
English Teacher
University of Essex
2015.01 - 2015.05
Master of Arts - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language
University of Essex
2014.09 - 2015.11
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
University of Essex
2011.10 - 2014.07