Samia Mahmoud
Sharjah,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Certified licensed Islamic Teacher ( Educational Profession License UAE) Valid till 2028 Cycle 3 ( 9-12).
Energetic, enthusiastic and highly committed bilingual Islamic teacher, with unwavering focus on students. Enjoying developing students, taking great pride in helping them to learn better. Qualified to teach Islamic studies for both Arabs and non Arabs across all grade levels from grade 1 to 12. My classroom is always student-centred, as I involve students in all phases from planning through to assessment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2028
2028
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Islamic A&B T
Nord Anglia International School
Dubai, UAE
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained records of pupils' learning progress, providing feedback and support to achieve desired results.
- Mentored and guided young Muslims in Islamic culture and history.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities to broaden pupils' learning opportunities.
- Assessed students' progress and identified areas of improvement to further develop assessable skills.
- Taught essential Islamic studies with enthusiasm to facilitate comprehension.
- Promoted and encouraged students to achieve potential in Islamic studies.
- Cultivated and promoted love for Islam and Islamic values among learners.
- Worked with program coordinators to meet curriculum objectives.
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
Bilingual Islamic Secondary and Primary Teacher
Ajman Academy
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
08.2012 - 08.2023
- Teaching Islamic studies for Arabs and non Arabs from grade 1-12
- Progress mentor for all subjects for grade 6 and 9. Main responsibility is to provide support and guidance to students and to help them to achieve their goals. Also to support students who are experiencing difficulties in learning for different reasons.
- Ensure that students learn Quran in proper way with Tajweed, and results of various internal and external competitions confirm effectiveness of my approach.
- With non-Arab students my goal is to help students understand what they are learning, rather than just memorising verses.
- Apple-certified teacher, and my expertise with technology enables me to use new methods and apps to develop students. Also showbie certified educator, and this gives edge over other teachers on holding attention of class
- Was part of PYP/MYP/CIS authorisation
- Represented school in many exhibitions, and Ajman university to show how to apply technology in teaching MOE subjects.
- Led school assembly many times: including ones held for special occasions like Hijrah, Al Mawlid Annabawi, Ramadan, Ai Israa and Al Miraj.
Islamic and Arabic Teacher
Greenfield International school - Taaleem group
Dubai, DU
01.2008 - 07.2012
- Focussed on teaching students how to recite Quran in proper way (with Tajweed), and to focus on understanding its guidance which make us better people.
- Was part of PYP committee for PYP authorisation
- Organised many events and competitions to support students learning.
- Developed clear criteria for assessment of students
- Developed unit plans in way that is clear and allowed different learning styles.
- Classroom was student-centred, as involved students in all phases from planning through to assessment.
- Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.
- Helped non-native speakers with confidence and social integration.
- Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
Islamic Studies Teacher
Dubai International School / Elementary
Dubai, UAE
01.2003 - 07.2008
- Demonstrated knowledge of memorizing Quran verses.
- Ensured to lead regular prayers.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Coordinated engaging extracurricular activities like Quran club, reading club.
Islamic Studies Teacher
Al - Taqwa Private School
Sharjah, UAE
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
- Wrote Islamic final exams to different classes to all Sharjah ministry schools.
- Organised workshops for Arabic teachers about Tajweed.
Education
Teacher Certified License for cycle 3 - Islamic Cycle 3 Teacher
Education Professional License
UAE January 2024 - 01.2028
Professional Diploma - Teaching
Ajman University
Ajman01.2019
Bachelor Degree - Islamic Studies (Fiqh)
University of Jordan
Amman- Jordan06.1999
Skills
- Interpersonal &Communication skills
- Using all Apple products (Mac, iPad, avertable…etc)
- Behaviour management
- Using up-to-date teaching techniques ( Internet- Interactive board) -
- Creative learning strategies
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement tactics
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Student progress reporting
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
- Recently I received the permenent certified Teacher License for cycle 3 ( 9-12) which will be valid till 2028
- I joined a lot of Educational workshops in U.A.E & had certifications for all these workshops in Arabic and English
- Annual Certificate in Teaching Online Safety | Secondary (International Schools) May 2022
- Showbie Certified Educator Course 9/2020
- Apple Teacher for iPad 2/2020
- Apple Teacher for Mac 4/2017
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People / Franklin Covey 11/2017
- Launching the MYP (MYP introductory)
- Apple workshop (Scaffolding and supporting language and literacy)
- Apple workshop (Designing interactive learning activities)
- The other half of the equation in concept-based curriculum and instruction by Lois Lanning 10/2016
- BSME/Coaching unplugged 6/2016
- Arabic (for Non native) teaching skills
- PYP / Assessment ( category 2) 2/2014
- Make the PYP happen in the classroom 9/2013
- Thinking center for developing teaching and learning : Contemplate with Annous program, 30 hours / leader certificate. 6/2013
- knowledge and human development Authority / Arabic for non native teaching skills 11/2012
- Al Ain proficiency center / Al Ain University /Al_Ain University Exam for Arabic & Islamic teachers to measure efficiency, and got the highest mark 8/9.
- International Baccalaureate / Teaching and learning in the Arabic language 11/2010
- - Safa scientific institute / MOE Jordan / Computer software 78 hours / excellent result 2004
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Master or proficient
C2
Timeline
Islamic A&B T
Nord Anglia International School
08.2023 - Current
Bilingual Islamic Secondary and Primary Teacher
Ajman Academy
08.2012 - 08.2023
Islamic and Arabic Teacher
Greenfield International school - Taaleem group
01.2008 - 07.2012
Islamic Studies Teacher
Dubai International School / Elementary
01.2003 - 07.2008
Islamic Studies Teacher
Al - Taqwa Private School
01.1999 - 01.2003
Teacher Certified License for cycle 3 - Islamic Cycle 3 Teacher
Education Professional License
January 2024 - 01.2028
Professional Diploma - Teaching
Ajman University
Bachelor Degree - Islamic Studies (Fiqh)
University of Jordan
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