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
2013.09 - 2024.10
- 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
2010.01 - 2013.07
- 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
2005.07 - 2007.07
- 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 2023.08 -
M.Ed - Education
European International University
Paris 2024.01 -
BSO Level 3 Inspector - Education
Penta Training
England 2023.05 - 2024.05
PSQM - Education
University of Hertfordshire
England 2023.03 - 2024.03
PgciPP - Education
Liverpool University London
UAE 2017.08 -
CITTC - Education
Cambridge University, UK
UK 2013.08 - 2014.06
B.ed - Education
Hamdard University, Pakistan
Pakistan 2004.07 - 2006.05
CSST - Education
Norte Dame Institue Australia
Pakistan 2001.08 - 2002.06
PGCC - Education
Glasgow University, UK
Pakistan 2006.08 - 2007.07
BCS (Bachelor’s of Computer Science) - Education
Shah Abdul Latif University
Pakistan 1999.01 - 2003.12
Intermediate/ Mathematics - Engineering
PAF College
Karachi, Pakistan 1996.08 - 1998.07
Matric - Science
CAA School, Karachi
Pakistan 1985.05 - 1996.08
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
2024.01 -
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
Best Practices – UK
2023.08 -
BSO Level 3 Inspector - Education
Penta Training
2023.05 - 2024.05
PSQM - Education
University of Hertfordshire
2023.03 - 2024.03
PgciPP - Education
Liverpool University London
2017.08 -
Head of Year-5/Primary Science Curriculum Leader
Cambridge International School GEMS
2013.09 - 2024.10
CITTC - Education
Cambridge University, UK
2013.08 - 2014.06
Primary/ ICT and ET instructor
Beacon house School System
2010.01 - 2013.07
PGCC - Education
Glasgow University, UK
2006.08 - 2007.07
PRIMARY TEACHER
The City School
2005.07 - 2007.07
B.ed - Education
Hamdard University, Pakistan
2004.07 - 2006.05
CSST - Education
Norte Dame Institue Australia
2001.08 - 2002.06
BCS (Bachelor’s of Computer Science) - Education
Shah Abdul Latif University
1999.01 - 2003.12
Intermediate/ Mathematics - Engineering
PAF College
1996.08 - 1998.07
Matric - Science
CAA School, Karachi
1985.05 - 1996.08