Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
References
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Sara Inayat

Sara Inayat

Specialist English Language And Literature Teacher
Dubai

Summary

A qualified and committed professional with a proven ability to teach and motivate students and teachers at different levels and from varied backgrounds and abilities. Skilled in designing curriculum and equipped with the latest trends in pedagogy. Trained in conducting workshops and working with teams to achieve desired goals and aims.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Faculty Leader

Cambridge International School
Dubai
08.2014 - Current
  • English – developing and following curriculum standards, promote professional development and team collaboration, develop the SDP
  • Create, maintain and regularly update an action plan in line with the school policy
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Teaching and Learning Team – create professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring
  • Reading Committee – developing and nurturing reading emphasis and initiatives in school
  • Teaching National Curriculum for England to KS3, English Literature and First Language English to IGCSE/AS Level
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Assistant Faculty Leader

CAIE
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Assisting the Faculty Head in designing curricula, action plan and supervising curricular and extra-curricular activities
  • Assist in conducting Staff Literacy, CAE & FCE sessions
  • Mentoring candidates in the CAIE PDQ Programme
  • Coordinating First Language English, Examination class with resources aligned with updated syllabus
  • Conducting workshops, sharing practices for teacher development and training.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Specialized English Teacher, Subject Coordinator

Convent of Jesus and Mary
Lahore
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • English Literature
  • Teaching English Literature and Language from grades 8-11 O ’Level
  • Special consultant to the Dean of O’ Level - design English Language and Literature syllabus and exam papers
  • Supervised and assisted Drama and Dance competitions
  • Directed Annual Plays: Pride and Prejudice (2006), Strictly Confidential (2007) and Mama Mia (2009)

Specialized English Teacher, Executive Office Member

Esena Foundation High School
Lahore
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Assisting the Principal in all office errands
  • Subject Head of English - supervising English teachers of grades 3-8, coordinating and formulating English work plans, conducting English teaching workshops for junior teachers
  • Teaching English Literature and Language at various levels i.e Grades 5-11 O ‘Level
  • Conducting extracurricular activities such as Debates and General Knowledge
  • Coaching students for various competitions like Drama, Debates, General Knowledge Quiz and Poetry Recitations
  • Setting up English, History and Geography exam papers.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Education

TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training - Education & Training

Educator's Consultancy
Dubai, UAE
11.2020 - 08.2023

Cambridge Certificate in Teaching & Learning with Distinction - Cambridge Assessment International Education - Teaching And Learning

CAIE
Online
10.2018 - 06.2019

Master of Arts - English Literature

Kinnaird College For Women- University of The Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan
08.1998 - 08.2000

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Psychology

Kinnaird College For Women- University of The Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan
08.1996 - 08.1998

Matriculation - Science

Convent of Jesus And Mary
Lahore, Pakistan
10.1983 - 03.1994

Skills

Proficient in communication and articulation skillsundefined

Additional Information

· Cambridge Placement Test (Score – 81 CEFRR – C1)

· Cambridge English Level- ESOL International (Advanced)* (Score – 196 LEVEL – C1)

· Cambridge International Examinations Online Professional Development AS & A Level English Literature course – AS & A Level English Literature

· GEMS Outstanding Teacher Achievement

· Mariamma Varkey Award for Inspirational and Outstanding Teaching at GEMS

· TELLAL Accredited Trainer

References

  

· Lourdina Franco, Vice-Principal, GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai. Email: l.franco_cis@gemsedu.com

· Luke Oung, Deputy Head of Secondary, GEMS Founders School Dubai Email: l.oung1_gfs@gemsedu.com

· Dr Mira Phailbus, Eminent Educationist, former Principal Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore. Pakistan

· Zara Zafarullah Salman, Coordinator Senior Section, Convent of Jesus and Mary, Lahore. Pakistan.  Email: zarazsalman@gmail.com 

Timeline

TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training - Education & Training

Educator's Consultancy
11.2020 - 08.2023

Cambridge Certificate in Teaching & Learning with Distinction - Cambridge Assessment International Education - Teaching And Learning

CAIE
10.2018 - 06.2019

Assistant Faculty Leader

CAIE
01.2018 - 01.2020

Faculty Leader

Cambridge International School
08.2014 - Current

Specialized English Teacher, Subject Coordinator

Convent of Jesus and Mary
01.2005 - 01.2009

Specialized English Teacher, Executive Office Member

Esena Foundation High School
01.2000 - 01.2005

Master of Arts - English Literature

Kinnaird College For Women- University of The Punjab
08.1998 - 08.2000

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Psychology

Kinnaird College For Women- University of The Punjab
08.1996 - 08.1998

Matriculation - Science

Convent of Jesus And Mary
10.1983 - 03.1994

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