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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
Dubai

M.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

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