Sarah Jane Lee
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Experienced Primary Teacher with a 16-year tenure in Dubai, specializing in creating supportive and inclusive learning environments. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and achievement through tailored educational experiences. Strong organizational and communication skills facilitate effective interactions with students and families. Committed to promoting both academic success and emotional wellbeing in students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
KS 1 and 2 Primary Teacher
Kent College Dubai
Dubai, UAE
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Fostered a nurturing, emotionally safe classroom environment to support all children.
- Established consistent routines and open communication to enhance student confidence.
- Prioritised personalised support for children of determination through targeted interventions.
- Collaborated with inclusion teams to ensure equitable access to learning opportunities.
- Developed meaningful support plans in partnership with parents, TAs, and specialists.
- Celebrated small successes to encourage independence and resilience among students.
- Provided holistic pastoral care to promote positive wellbeing for all learners.
KS 1 Primary Teacher, Year 1 Teacher
Victory Heights Primary School Dubai
Dubai, UAE
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed a class of 25 students, ensuring accountability for progress and attainment.
- Developed IEPs for students with SEN, focusing on selective mutism support.
- Utilised strong knowledge of Google applications and achieved Seesaw Pioneer status.
- Participated in planning and moderating meetings for Science, Social Studies, and Moral Education.
- Fostered student independence while reinforcing school and classroom rules, adhering to COVID regulations.
- Handled data accurately through Insight Data Capture and arranged parent meetings to discuss student progress.
- Engaged in CPD, completing courses on Phonics, Oracy, online safety, and challenging mathematics baselines.
- Collaborated closely with a TA to enhance skills while managing time for timely resource creation.
Teaching assistant
Kent College Dubai
Dubai , UAE
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
Sales and Events Manager, Rangers Football Club
Azure Group
Glasgow, Scotland
01.2006 - 06.2009
- Planned and delivered various non-matchday events, including conferences, weddings, and corporate functions.
- Served as main point of contact for clients from initial enquiry to event completion.
- Managed event schedules, staffing, and on-site operations to uphold high service standards.
- ance with health, safety, and licensing regulations for all events.
- Oversaw event budgets, contracts, and conducted post-event reporting for continuous improvement.
- Directed set-up, live delivery, and breakdown processes to guarantee smooth client experiences.
Education
PGCE Primary Education - Primary Education
University of Birmingham, Dubai
Dubai, UAE 08.2020 - 06/2021
BA Hons - Lesiure Managment
Birmingham College of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies
Birmingham, UK 09.1998 - 06/2001
A Levels - English, German, Physical Education and General Studies
Grenville College Bideford, North Devon, UK.
09.1996 - 07/1998
GCSE - Various
Churchers College Petersfield
Hampshire, United KingdomSkills
- Fostering a strong and Inclusive classroom management style
- Individualised education plans and an understanding of how best to support Children of Determination
- Data-driven instruction
- Collaborative teaching strategies
- Holistic student development
- Develops strong and trusted parent-teacher partnerships
- Creative lesson planning and adaptations for children
- Uses clear expectations, positive reinforcement and restorative approaches to support students in making responsible choices
- Proficiency in phonics teaching
- Child safeguarding awareness
- Experience with interactive whiteboards
- Supporting emotional well-being
- Strong Parent-teacher communication
Accomplishments
2025 - Ruth Miskin Training for RWInc.
2025 - Annual Safeguarding training.
2024 - Annual Safeguarding training.
2023 - Annual Safeguarding training.
2022 - Annual Safeguarding training.
2021 - Annual Safeguarding training.
Affiliations
- In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, reading and exploring the UAE.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
KS 1 and 2 Primary Teacher
Kent College Dubai
08.2022 - 01.2026
KS 1 Primary Teacher, Year 1 Teacher
Victory Heights Primary School Dubai
08.2021 - 07.2022
PGCE Primary Education - Primary Education
University of Birmingham, Dubai
08.2020 - 06/2021
Teaching assistant
Kent College Dubai
09.2018 - 07.2020
Sales and Events Manager, Rangers Football Club
Azure Group
01.2006 - 06.2009
BA Hons - Lesiure Managment
Birmingham College of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies
09.1998 - 06/2001
A Levels - English, German, Physical Education and General Studies
Grenville College Bideford, North Devon, UK.
09.1996 - 07/1998
GCSE - Various
Churchers College Petersfield