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Reem Hamdan

Dubai

Summary

With over 30 years of experience in the education sector, I am currently serving as a member of the Science Academic Support Team at ESE.

In this role, I conduct school visits, observe teachers according to the UAE framework, and provide support to enhance teaching practices. Additionally, I have a background in data analysis and collection.

Previously, I held the position of Cluster Manager for 15 schools under the Ministry of Education, overseeing 60 teachers in the Elite stream.

Known for my organizational skills and reliability, I thrive in managing multiple priorities and am always willing to take on additional responsibilities to achieve team objectives.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Academic Support Specialist

Emirates School Establishment
01.2020 - Current
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Collect data for public school termly analysis. Classify teacher support needs based on students attainment .
  • School Visits and Observation: Arrange subject school visits based on data analysis. Observe lessons for teachers according to UAE framework , focusing on Performance Standard ( 1: Students’ attainment and progress , Performance Standard Standard 3: The quality of teaching and learning and Performance Standard 4: The meeting of students’ needs through the curriculum)
  • Feedback and Evaluation: Provide feedback to school administration , principals, and teachers with an external evaluation which they can then use to improve
  • Support Plan Development: Create support plans monitored and followed up by school administrators.
  • Follow-up and Monitoring: Prepare for and conduct follow-up visits.
  • Inspection Visits : support schools inspection visits ( Subject /academic ) inspection with the school development department.
  • Curriculum Oversight: Follow up on subjects' curriculum implementation.
  • Special Projects:Work on special projects aimed at improving student attainment.
  • Professional Development:Create training programs for teachers as part of their professional development.
  • Recruitment:Interview new candidates applying for teaching positions in ESE.
  • Best Practices and Knowledge Sharing:Collect data related to teachers' development and needs. Facilitate sharing of best practices among teachers.

Elite Stream DCM

MoE
08.2017 - 01.2020
  • Overseeing Al Ain schools hosting Elite stream
  • Managed over 50 teachers
  • Established well organized professional development program for all teachers
  • Communicating with school admins to ensure best environment for Elite students ( parents meeting , students competitions
  • Recruiting for elite students
  • Working with universities in UAE to enroll high achievers of Elite students into DC Program
  • Conducting interviews for new candidates applying for teaching jobs

Secondary Biology Teacher + Admin

Private schools / British program GCE , A level
08.1988 - 08.2000
  • Teaching Biology For IGCSE students 150 students per year
  • Teaching Biology for Grade 9 , 10 .11 and 12
  • Preparing them for external exams
  • Students scored honor degrees at country level
  • Head of Biology Faculty , managing 7-10 teachers of science and biology
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Jordan
Jordan
08-1988

Higher Diploma - High School Administration

Uniersity of Jordan
Jordan
08-1990

Skills

  • Communication
  • Office streamlining
  • Operational Workstreams
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Languages

Arabic
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Senior Academic Support Specialist

Emirates School Establishment
01.2020 - Current

Elite Stream DCM

MoE
08.2017 - 01.2020

Secondary Biology Teacher + Admin

Private schools / British program GCE , A level
08.1988 - 08.2000

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Jordan

Higher Diploma - High School Administration

Uniersity of Jordan
Reem Hamdan