MUSFIRAH FAWAD
Dubai,UAE
Summary
A seasoned educational leader with expertise in strategic academic leadership and whole-school improvement planning. Proficient in curriculum alignment with NGSS and CA Standards, data-driven instruction, and assessment. Skilled in instructional coaching, teacher evaluation, and technology integration to foster innovation in teaching. Committed to environmental sustainability programmes and ensuring KHDA & NEASC inspection readiness. Adept at stakeholder engagement, parental communication, and promoting differentiated and inclusive learning environments. A Microsoft Certified Educator experienced with digital platforms for assessment and curriculum delivery, aiming to drive educational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Science (Grades 6-12)
Al-Maaref Private School
Dubai
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Leading departmental planning and data-informed instruction across science subjects
- Designing scope & sequence aligned to NGSS and KHDA standards
- Monitoring and improving assessment rigor and Depth of Knowledge (DOK) across Grade 6-12
- Supporting MAP and PISA attainment targets through tailored strategies and interventions
- Conducting departmental lesson observations and feedback for quality assurance
- Mentoring new and existing teachers for curriculum design and delivery effectiveness
- Leading curriculum reviews and contributing to school self-evaluation reports
Environmental Action & Awareness Coordinator (K-12)
Al-Maaref Private School
Dubai
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Spearhead whole-school sustainability programs and student-led eco-initiatives
- Foster partnerships with local and international organizations (e.g., iNaturalist, Expo, COP28, SSI, EEG, FEE, DGrade)
- Integrate environmental literacy across subject areas
- Facilitated cross-departmental meetings for improved collaboration efforts.
- Maintained all project documentation, guaranteeing accuracy and accessibility.
- Enhanced team productivity with efficient delegation of tasks.
- Collaborated across departments for strategic planning purposes.
Head of Innovation and Technology Delivery (K-12)
Al-Maaref Private School
Dubai
03.2018 - 07.2025
- Collaborating with SLT on integrating innovative pedagogies and edtech
- Designing and delivering cross-departmental professional development programs
- Leading STEAM projects integrating environmental education and UN SDGs
- Ensuring inspection readiness through strategic evidence collection and innovation showcase
- Engaging parents through digital tools and workshops
High School Science Teacher (AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Environmental Science)
Al-Maaref Private School
Dubai
01.2015 - 07.2025
- Plan and deliver AP-aligned content fostering inquiry, analysis, and lab-based learning
- Use 5E model and GRM for differentiation and student-centered pedagogy
- Embed critical thinking, CER writing, and real-world applications in lessons
- Contribute to curriculum documentation and internal assessment standardization
High School Chemistry Teacher (A-Level CIE)
Arab Unity School
Dubai
09.2012 - 12.2013
Lecturer, Chemistry
Bahria University
Islamabad
02.2009 - 06.2010
Research Associate - Medicinal Chemistry
Quaid-i-Azam University
Islamabad
03.2007 - 04.2008
Education
National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) -
UCL-Infinite Learning
01.2022 - 01.2024
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education - Education
QualifyEd UK
DubaiM.Phil. - Organic/Medicinal Chemistry
Quaid-i-Azam University
Sustainable Schools Coordinator - undefined
MOEUAE
Skills
- Strategic Academic Leadership
- Whole-School Improvement Planning
- Curriculum Alignment (NGSS, CA Standards)
- Data-Driven Instruction & Assessment
- Instructional Coaching & Teacher Evaluation
- Innovation in Teaching & Technology Integration
- Environmental Sustainability Programs
- KHDA & NEASC Inspection Readiness
- Stakeholder Engagement & Parental Communication
- Differentiated and Inclusive Learning
- Microsoft Certified Educator
- Discovery Education
- Science Fusion (KDSL Global)
- Experienced in using digital platforms for assessment and curriculum delivery
Accomplishments
- Recognized as Innovative Educator at COP-28 (Oxford University, Said Business School)
- Led finalist team for Expo Young Innovators Award
- Secured Green Flag under Eco-Schools Program
- Implemented school-wide Citizen Science Project (INaturalist & National Geographic)
- Multiple recognitions for excellence in teaching and learning strategies
Custom
- Co-author: Asian Academic Research Journal of Multidisciplinary
- Presenter at Berkeley University, Tetrahedron Symposium, ICDDT Dubai
- Research in pharmacological evaluation and computational drug design
Timeline
Head of Science (Grades 6-12)
Al-Maaref Private School
01.2024 - 07.2025
Environmental Action & Awareness Coordinator (K-12)
Al-Maaref Private School
10.2023 - 07.2025
National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) -
UCL-Infinite Learning
01.2022 - 01.2024
Head of Innovation and Technology Delivery (K-12)
Al-Maaref Private School
03.2018 - 07.2025
High School Science Teacher (AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Environmental Science)
Al-Maaref Private School
01.2015 - 07.2025
High School Chemistry Teacher (A-Level CIE)
Arab Unity School
09.2012 - 12.2013
Lecturer, Chemistry
Bahria University
02.2009 - 06.2010
Research Associate - Medicinal Chemistry
Quaid-i-Azam University
03.2007 - 04.2008
M.Phil. - Organic/Medicinal Chemistry
Quaid-i-Azam University
Sustainable Schools Coordinator - undefined
MOEUAE
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education - Education
QualifyEd UK