Raed Taleb
Dubai
Summary
Dedicated and experienced English Head of Department with a proven track record of academic leadership and excellence in English language and Literature education. Over 10 years of experience in curriculum development, staff management, and student engagement within secondary education settings. Skilled in fostering a dynamic learning environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication skills. Committed to nurturing a collaborative culture of continuous improvement to enhance student outcomes and achieve departmental goals.
A firm believer in student motivation and teacher leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
English Head of Department
GEMS – Al Khaleej International School
08.2023 - Current
- AP Seminar Teacher, AP Research Teacher, High School Literature Teacher, National Honors Society: Advisor, Student Council Advisor, IB Extended Essay Coordinator, IB Theory of Knowledge Teacher, Trips Organizer, Creating and Editing Curriculums, Planning Differentiated Lessons and Advisory Sessions, Teaching Students with Special Needs, Teaching Virtual Classes, Teaching Blended Classes, Advising Students in Reading Competitions, Students’ MUN advisor, Weekly-overview editor, Curriculum Planner (Common Core – IB – AP), Workshop Provider (Frameworks and the Important of Research)
Seniors’ Grade Lead
GEMS – Al Khaleej International School
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Graduation Coordinator, Credits’ Recovery Courses Coordinator, Assemblies Coordinator, Student Advisor, New students interviewer
English Instructor
GEMS – Al Khaleej International School
02.2022 - 08.2023
- EXPO2020 School Coordinator, High School English Teacher, National Honors Society: Advisor, Student Council Advisor, School’s Football Team Coach, Trips Organizer, Creating and Editing Curriculums, Planning Differentiated Lessons and Advisory Sessions, Teaching Students with Special Needs, Teaching Virtual Classes, Teaching Blended Classes, Advising Students in Reading Competitions, Students’ MUN advisor, AP Seminar Teacher
Dean of Students
GEMS – Al Khaleej National School
08.2021 - 02.2022
- EXPO2020 School Coordinator, National Honors Society: Chapter Advisor, Student Services Program Creator and Developer, Student Advocate, Reviewing Students’ Conduct Cases and Determining Disciplinary Action, Assisting in the development of school policies and procedures, Conducting Workshops for Teachers for improving relationship with students and better class management, Duties Committee Member, Activities Committee Member, Innovation Committee Member
English Instructor
GEMS – Al Khaleej National School
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Teaching English Middle School Classes, Advising Grade 8 Students, National Honors Society: Chapter Advisor, Creating and Editing Curriculums, Planning Differentiated Lessons and Advisory Sessions, Teaching Students with Special Needs, Teaching Virtual Classes, Teaching Blended Classes, Advising Students in Reading Competitions, Students’ MUN advisor, Coaching Students’ Football Team
English Instructor
Lebanese International University
08.2015 - 08.2019
- Teaching Remedial English Courses, Teaching Writing and Research Skills Courses, Teaching Business English Courses, Teaching Modern Grammar Courses for students training to be English Teachers, Teaching English Literature Courses, Course Leading Remedial and Writing Courses, Organizing Course files for administrative archives for quality assurance, Arranging for educational and reading events, Supporting the assistant dean in School of Education in academic and administrative work, Collaborating with the British Council in supporting low achievers (HEEAP)
English teacher
Tyre Community School
10.2014 - 10.2016
- Teaching English Language to elementary grades, Teaching English Literature to middle school and high school foreign system students, Advising high school students in Model United Nations (MUN), and Model Arab League Programs(MAL), Coaching school’s sports teams, Helping organize school trips and sports events
Gap Student
Cranleigh School
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Acting as an assistant teacher for preparatory school students, teaching English and Math, Guiding study groups for preparatory school students, Supervising student activities and field trips, Coaching and motivating students in sport activities, Supporting in administrative work, Grading student exams and providing performance feedback, Supervising boarding school students during their time at school, Preparing logistics for school events
Education
Master’s Degree in Education (MEd) - Educational Management and Leadership
Lebanese International University (LIU)
01.2018
Bachelor of English Literature -
Lebanese University
01.2014
Skills
- NLP Practitioner
- Certified Life Coach
- Certified Timeline Therapist
- Certified Hypnotherapist
- Microsoft Office: Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Team Leadership
- University projects with colleagues and students (Education Day)
- Course Leadership
- Coordination and Management Skills
- Co-teaching in British Council Programs
- Presentation Skills
- FrogOS Skills
- Power School Skills
- Online Platforms Skills
- Personal Training (PT)
Courses and Trainings
- 2015, Lebanese American University, Administration/Teachers - Parents - Students: Make it or Make it
- 2015, Lebanese American University, Harvard Negotiating Types
- 2015, Lebanese American University, United Nations System Overview
- 2018, Lebanese American University, Model United Nations Conference
- 2016, Lebanese American University, Model Arab League Conference
- 2015, Lebanese American University, Model United Nations Conference
- 2016, Lebanese American University, Model United Nations Conference
- 2017, Lebanese International University, Project Based Learning and Assessment
- 2017, Association of Teachers of English in Lebanon, 21st Century Skills
- 2018, Association of Teachers of English in Lebanon, Inquiry Based Learning and Student Success
- 2019, British Council, HEEAP Teacher Training Course (24-Hour)
- 2020, Turnitin Workshops, Teacher’s well-being and meditation
- 2020, 4 Generations 4 Education, Teaching and Learning Online: Challenges and Opportunities
- 2020, GEMS Workshops, Students’ Engagements
- 2021, Teacher Leadership (TELLAL), Responsibility to Self & Others
- 2021, Teacher Leadership (TELLAL), Pedagogical Leadership in Action
- 2021, Teacher Leadership (TELLAL), Moving Forward
- 2021, Teacher Leadership (TELLAL), Optimizing Human, Financial and Learning Resources
- 2021, (TELLAL), KHDA Mandatory Professional Development
- 2022, (CollegeBoard), AP Seminar Teacher
- 2023, (International Baccalaureate), IB Extended Essay Coordinator
- 2023, (CollegeBoard), AP Research Teacher
- 2023, (International Baccalaureate), Theory of Knowledge Teacher
- 2023, (TELLAL), Positive Emotions in the Workplace
Reference
- Ms. Chelsea Wilson, Curriculum Coordinator, GEMS – Al Khaleej International School, Chelsea.w_akn@gemsedu.com, +971 50 864 3972
- Ms. Tania Al Nasser, Lower High School Principal, GEMS – Al Khaleej International School, Tania.n_akn@gemsedu.com, +971 52 763 1088
- Ms. Belinda Weweje, Upper High School Principal, GEMS – Al Khaleej International School, Belinda.w_akn@gemsedu.com, +971 56 992 4102
Timeline
English Head of Department
GEMS – Al Khaleej International School
08.2023 - Current
Seniors’ Grade Lead
GEMS – Al Khaleej International School
08.2022 - 08.2023
English Instructor
GEMS – Al Khaleej International School
02.2022 - 08.2023
Dean of Students
GEMS – Al Khaleej National School
08.2021 - 02.2022
English Instructor
GEMS – Al Khaleej National School
08.2019 - 08.2021
English Instructor
Lebanese International University
08.2015 - 08.2019
English teacher
Tyre Community School
10.2014 - 10.2016
Gap Student
Cranleigh School
01.2011 - 08.2011
Master’s Degree in Education (MEd) - Educational Management and Leadership
Lebanese International University (LIU)
Bachelor of English Literature -
Lebanese University
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