Shehna A S
Teacher, Middle leader
SHARJAH,UAE
Summary
Motivated and experienced educator with a proven track record in academic leadership and teaching English in the UAE. Seeking the role of Academic Supervisor to guide and mentor educators while fostering a culture of academic excellence. Desires growth-oriented position in dynamic, fast-paced environment. Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of English Department,
Pace International School
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
2020.09 - Current
- Led and motivated teaching staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and mentored them to improve instructional strategies.
- Set performance goals for educators.
- Organized and delivered professional development sessions to enhance teaching effectiveness on Differentiation, Starter and Plenary strategies.
- Collaborated with the administration on curriculum implementation and effective teaching strategies.
- Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff and ensures the effective management and development of staff and provide induction program for new teachers.
- Scrutinize and suggest changes for betterment of lesson plans and power points prepared by teachers from 1 to 12 on a weekly basis.
- Srutinize question papers for all major assessments from grades 1 to 12.
- Evolve a strong understanding of ICT and various online assessment techniques.
- Assess and prepare students of grades 9 to 12 for tests / examinations motivating them to progress further.
- Attend various training programs conducted by SPEA. (Sharjah Private Education Authority)
Senior Secondary English Teacher
Pace International School
Sharjah, UAE
2022.03 - 2023.08
- Planned and delivered lessons to align with updates to CBSE curriculum.
- Challenged students by assigning level-appropriate tasks and homework.
- Used previous grades to create motivational academic targets for students
- Prepared and presented student reports at parent teacher evenings, offering detailed feedback and insights for individual students.
- Cooperated with other staff members to share, maintain and make best use of resources and facilities.
- Selected appropriate books and teaching supports tailored to student interests.
- Applied effective questioning to elicit answers from students and extract existing knowledge.
- Planned and conducted periodic assessments to monitor student progress, marking tests quickly and providing detailed individual feedback.
Secondary English Teacher
Pace International School
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
2019.04 - 2022.03
- Prepared and presented student reports at parent teacher evenings, offering detailed feedback and insights for individual students.
- Planned and conducted periodic assessments to monitor student progress, marking tests quickly and providing detailed individual feedback.
- Selected appropriate books and teaching supports tailored to student interests.
- Used previous grades to create motivational academic targets for students.
- Cooperated with other staff members to share, maintain and make best use of resources and facilities.
Secondary English Teacher
Alan Feldman Public School
Trivandrum, India
2017.03 - 2019.03
- Challenged students by assigning level-appropriate tasks and homework.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Middle School English Teacher
Alan Feldman Public School
Trivandrum, India
2016.03 - 2017.03
- Prepared comprehensive feedback and revision plans for students.
- Optimised student engagement with literary and non-literary concepts through innovative teaching methods.
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
Secondary English Teacher
Vidya Mount Public School
Trivandrum, India
2015.05 - 2016.03
- Prepared and presented student reports at parent teacher evenings, offering detailed feedback and insights for individual students.
- Prepared appropriate learning resources to aid student comprehension of new concepts.
- Cooperated with other staff members to share, maintain and make best use of resources and facilities.
- Liaised with students, parents and teaching staff to offer holistic support catering to different student needs.
Secondary School English teacher
Bishop Pereira Memorial English Medium school
Trivandrum, India
2012.05 - 2013.03
- Prepared comprehensive feedback and revision plans for students.
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
- Recommended reading materials and available resources to improve learning abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Education (English Lang. & Literature) - English Language and Literature
University of Kerala
India 2007.06 - 2008.11
Bachelor of Arts ( English Language and Literature - English Language and Literature
University of Kerala
India 2004.05 - 2007.05
Master of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Kerala
India 2008.01 - 2010.09
High School Diploma -
Alan Feldman Public school
IndiaSkills
- Leadership skills
- Classroom instruction
- Staffing
- Progress monitoring
- Parent communication
- Recruitment
- Documentation skills
- Remote learning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Mentoring and Coaching
Languages
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Hindi
Upper intermediate
Arabic
Beginner
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.
John D. Rockefeller
Timeline
Senior Secondary English Teacher
Pace International School
2022.03 - 2023.08
Head of English Department,
Pace International School
2020.09 - Current
Secondary English Teacher
Pace International School
2019.04 - 2022.03
Secondary English Teacher
Alan Feldman Public School
2017.03 - 2019.03
Middle School English Teacher
Alan Feldman Public School
2016.03 - 2017.03
Secondary English Teacher
Vidya Mount Public School
2015.05 - 2016.03
Secondary School English teacher
Bishop Pereira Memorial English Medium school
2012.05 - 2013.03
Master of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Kerala
2008.01 - 2010.09
Bachelor of Education (English Lang. & Literature) - English Language and Literature
University of Kerala
2007.06 - 2008.11
Bachelor of Arts ( English Language and Literature - English Language and Literature
University of Kerala
2004.05 - 2007.05
High School Diploma -
Alan Feldman Public school