Syed Ahmed
Sharjah,UAE
Summary
Passionate, people-oriented professional with 13+ years of experience in international schools in the UAE. Skilled in leadership, communication, negotiation, and community engagement. Adept at building long-term relationships, managing diverse teams, and guiding individuals toward informed decisions. Now transitioning into real estate, aiming to leverage transferable skills in client relationship management, presentation, and problem-solving to drive sales and exceed customer expectations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4022
4022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head of Department & Teacher – Islamic Education
Woodlem Park School
UAE
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Led a team, managed performance, and set strategies—skills transferable to managing client portfolios and sales targets.
- Prepared official evaluation reports—developed accuracy and detail orientation required in real estate contracts.
- Engaged diverse parents and communities, building trust and long-term relationships.
Teacher of Islamic Education
GEMS Millennium School Sharjah
UAE
09.2015 - 12.2024
- Designed structured programs, similar to property marketing strategies.
- Motivated individuals to reach their goals—comparable to guiding clients through buying/renting decisions.
- Served on review panels, using analytical and evaluative skills applicable in property assessment.
01.2004 - 01.2015
- Organized large-scale events (Ramadan, Eid, Quran Competitions), involving stakeholder management and event promotion.
- Delivered impactful lessons that influenced outcomes—parallel to closing sales deals.
Education
Master of Arts - Islamic Studies
University of Madras
Chennai, IndiaMaster of Arts - Modern Arabic
Bachelor of Arts - Classical & Modern Arabic
Skills
- Good Communication & Negotiation
- Client Relationship Management
- Multilingual (English, Arabic, Urdu, Tamil)
- Market Research & Analysis
- Sales Presentation & Public Speaking
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Digital Tools (MS Office, E-Learning, CRM basics)
- Event Planning & Coordination
Certification
- Preparing for RERA Certification – Dubai Real Estate Regulatory Authority (in progress, 2025)
- IELTS – Proficient English
- TELLAL Professional Development
- 21st Century Skills – SPEA
- Fire & Safety, HSE Awareness
Additional Strengths
- Excellent cultural sensitivity and understanding of UAE’s diverse community.
- Strong work ethic, persistence, and professionalism.
- Ability to adapt quickly and learn real estate tools and trends.
Timeline
Head of Department & Teacher – Islamic Education
Woodlem Park School
02.2025 - 09.2025
Teacher of Islamic Education
GEMS Millennium School Sharjah
09.2015 - 12.2024
01.2004 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Classical & Modern Arabic
Master of Arts - Islamic Studies
University of Madras
Master of Arts - Modern Arabic
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