Rawan Al Hamwi
Sharjah
Summary
Curriculum coordinator with extensive experience in education, specializing in curriculum alignment and redesign to meet CCSS standards. Achievements include enhancing instructional quality and significantly improving student outcomes. Developed effective coaching and communication strategies that support both student and school success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Coordinator
American School of Creative Science
Sharjah, UAE
11.2019 - Current
- Led curriculum alignment and redesign in line with CCSS standards.
- Conducted curriculum audits to enhance rigor and coherence.
- Developed unit plans, pacing guides, and scope & sequence using Atlas.
- Directed Department Action Plans aligned with school priorities.
- Contributed to improving inspection rating from “Acceptable” to “Good” (SPEA).
- Supported the development of the School Self-Evaluation Form (SEF).
- Assisted NEASC accreditation through documentation and evidence.
- Coached teachers to improve instructional quality and consistency.
- Led action research to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.
- Facilitated regular staff meetings to promote collaboration.
- Organised exam schedules and ensured smooth assessment processes.
- Analysed course feedback and implemented improvements.
- Maintained accurate student progress records and reports.
- Implemented digital platforms to support remote and flexible learning.
- Reviewed and updated syllabi to ensure relevance and compliance.
- Evaluated teaching to identify gaps and improvement areas.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess teaching and learning.
- Supported accreditation of new programmes.
- Led professional development through training and consultation.
- Collected and analysed data to recommend curriculum improvements.
- Led the design of electives, including Mass Media and Public Speaking.
- Oversaw AP Seminar and AP Research alignment with College Board standards.
- Served as MUN Advisor, mentoring students and developing a student-led ASCS MUN curriculum.
English Teacher (High School)
American School of Creative Science
Sharjah
11.2019 - Current
- Prepared data analysis that shows the progress of the students Lexile level
- Been trained and has trained teachers to work on Achieve3000 reading program to improve students reading levels relating to CCSS
- Achieved for two consecutive years the national competition for the best reading class in Achieve3000 in the UAE.
- Conducted workshops that focuses on google slides and how it can be implemented during classes.
- Applied visible learning approach by John Hattie.
- Taught an American curriculum: HMH Holt / Pearson following CCSS
- Ms. Teams online distance learning
- Designed annual plans, curriculum maps and pacing guides.
- Prepared model lessons.
- Evaluated students and written progress reports.
- Arrange and conduct projects.
- Taught MAP test skills and strategies.
English Teacher (High School)
Al Durrah International School
Sharjah
03.2016 - 07.2019
- Taught SAT English Skills
- NEASC steering committee member
- Collect evidence
- Taught MAP test skills and strategies
- Taught an American curriculum: HMH Holt following CCSS
- Designed annual plans, curriculum maps and pacing guides
- Prepared model lessons.
- Conducted projects.
Head of English Department (K-11)
Ibn Khaldun International School
Riyadh
09.2013 - 07.2015
English Teacher (High School)
Al Tarbia Al Islamia School
Riyadh
08.2011 - 06.2013
English Teacher
Kingdom Schools
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2007 - 07.2010
Education
MA - Literary Studies
DAMASCUS UNIVERSITY
Damascus, Syria08-2011
BA - English Literature
DAMASCUS UNIVERSITY
Damascus, Syria01-2010
Skills
- Creative lesson planning
- Conducting Projects
- Curriculum development
- Instructional Best Practices
- Classroom Management and Discipline
- E-learning
- Standardised testing, scoring
- Professional development
- Learner assessment
- Experiential Learning
- Special Needs Students
- Coaching and training
Additional Courses
- AP Seminar and Research
- ATLAS
- Achieve3000 reading program
- Visible Learning by John Hattie
Timeline
Curriculum Coordinator
American School of Creative Science
11.2019 - Current
English Teacher (High School)
American School of Creative Science
11.2019 - Current
English Teacher (High School)
Al Durrah International School
03.2016 - 07.2019
Head of English Department (K-11)
Ibn Khaldun International School
09.2013 - 07.2015
English Teacher (High School)
Al Tarbia Al Islamia School
08.2011 - 06.2013
English Teacher
Kingdom Schools
08.2007 - 07.2010
MA - Literary Studies
DAMASCUS UNIVERSITY
BA - English Literature
DAMASCUS UNIVERSITY