Sumera Kenneth
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Energetic employee, well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
My Educational Philosophy: Education is a transformative journey that empowers students with critical thinking, creativity, and practical life skills. My leadership fosters a student-centered, collaborative environment, where engagement drives deep learning.
'Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about caring for those in your charge' (Simon Sinek).
'Formative assessment is essential to guiding and improving student learning'(Dylan Wiliam, 2011).
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Year-5/Primary Science Curriculum Leader
Cambridge International School GEMS
Dubai
09.2013 - 10.2024
- Leading High-Performance Learning in Early Years and Primary
- Providing whole-school guidance on Zoom and Phoenix Classroom platforms
- Arranging internal CPD sessions to train teachers on the latest classroom technologies
- Serving as a High-Performance Learning Trainer
- Acting as Math Coordinator and Head of Year 5, supporting curriculum and student progress
- IT Ambassador for primary school, integrating technology-based lessons to develop smart learning skills
- Mentoring TIP teachers to achieve 'Very Good' lesson evaluations
- Conducting weekly lesson planning and updating resources on the school portal
- Communicating detailed progress and reports to parents and maintaining student records
- Actively participating in school assemblies and community activities.
Primary/ ICT and ET instructor
Beacon house School System
Karachi
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Developed and delivered engaging lessons while collaborating on curriculum planning and integrating ICT resources to enhance learning
- Provided guidance on educational and social matters, maintained regular communication with parents, and prepared student progress reports
- Actively participated in school assemblies and community activities.
PRIMARY TEACHER
The City School
Karachi
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Maintained behavior standards by applying disciplinary actions and delivering impactful lessons
- Registered attendance and used data to monitor student progress
- Enhanced school-community relationships through active engagement in parent evenings.
Education
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
Best Practices – UK
England 08.2023 -
M.Ed - Education
European International University
Paris 01.2024 -
BSO Level 3 Inspector - Education
Penta Training
England 05.2023 - 05.2024
PSQM - Education
University of Hertfordshire
England 03.2023 - 03.2024
PgciPP - Education
Liverpool University London
UAE 08.2017 -
CITTC - Education
Cambridge University, UK
UK 08.2013 - 06.2014
B.ed - Education
Hamdard University, Pakistan
Pakistan 07.2004 - 05.2006
CSST - Education
Norte Dame Institue Australia
Pakistan 08.2001 - 06.2002
PGCC - Education
Glasgow University, UK
Pakistan 08.2006 - 07.2007
BCS (Bachelor’s of Computer Science) - Education
Shah Abdul Latif University
Pakistan 01.1999 - 12.2003
Intermediate/ Mathematics - Engineering
PAF College
Karachi, Pakistan 08.1996 - 07.1998
Matric - Science
CAA School, Karachi
Pakistan 05.1985 - 08.1996
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Team Development
- Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Curriculum Expertise
- Organizational Skills
- ICT Proficiency
- Safeguarding Knowledge
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Data Analysis
Accomplishments
- Mariama Varkey Award – 2016
- Mariama Varkey Award – 2018
- Employee of the Year – 2019
- Mariama Varkey Award – 2020
- MIEE – 2018-19
- MIEE – 2020-21
Custom
Reading, Music, Creating blogs, online websites
Timeline
M.Ed - Education
European International University
01.2024 -
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
Best Practices – UK
08.2023 -
BSO Level 3 Inspector - Education
Penta Training
05.2023 - 05.2024
PSQM - Education
University of Hertfordshire
03.2023 - 03.2024
PgciPP - Education
Liverpool University London
08.2017 -
Head of Year-5/Primary Science Curriculum Leader
Cambridge International School GEMS
09.2013 - 10.2024
CITTC - Education
Cambridge University, UK
08.2013 - 06.2014
Primary/ ICT and ET instructor
Beacon house School System
01.2010 - 07.2013
PGCC - Education
Glasgow University, UK
08.2006 - 07.2007
PRIMARY TEACHER
The City School
07.2005 - 07.2007
B.ed - Education
Hamdard University, Pakistan
07.2004 - 05.2006
CSST - Education
Norte Dame Institue Australia
08.2001 - 06.2002
BCS (Bachelor’s of Computer Science) - Education
Shah Abdul Latif University
01.1999 - 12.2003
Intermediate/ Mathematics - Engineering
PAF College
08.1996 - 07.1998
Matric - Science
CAA School, Karachi
05.1985 - 08.1996
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