Syed Ali Raza Bukhari
Business Instructor
Dollard Des Ormeaux
Summary
As an experienced Instructor with 20 years of experience and exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to create a positive learning environment that promotes success. I have imparted comprehensive knowledge on various Business and Mathematics subjects using different modalities to enhance deeper learning. I have developed meaningful test instruments that complement and validate the course curriculum.
As a highly tolerant teacher, I am dedicated to maintaining a safe classroom environment that fosters learning. My teaching style involves engaging and relevant instruction that caters to the varying needs, abilities, and interests of students of all ages. I am proficient in creating lesson plans with clear objectives that are easily communicated to students.
Furthermore, I am an energetic and motivated individual with extensive knowledge in various subjects, particularly in developing and implementing business course curricula. I am skilled in evaluating and monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. My excellent communication and supervisory skills allow me to engage effectively with students, colleagues, and stakeholders.
I am a hardworking and creative teacher committed to delivering high-quality instruction and ensuring student success. I am passionate about education and excited about the opportunity to continue positively impacting students' lives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Business Instructor
Higher Colleges of Technology
Fujairah
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Deliver training using variety of training aids and appropriate resources to suit learner needs
- Assess learning in various contexts and provide feedback to students on their progress
- Maintained records of students’ progress and provided guidance to students in maintaining records of training activities and portfolios
- Provide support in planning, designing and developing training materials and assessment instruments in line with awarding body (NCFE-UK) requirements
- Assess learner achievement against rubrics, evaluate performance criteria, and ensure that evidence is based valid, accurate, reliable, sufficient and current
- Increased student pass rate by 95% and reduced students dropout rate by 50%.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
Program Coordinator & Internal Quality Assurer
Higher Colleges of Technology
Fujairah
02.2018 - 07.2020
- Managing day to day campus operation of Professional Career program (PCP)
- Ensure staff are supported through training and development activities to achieve relevant skills and qualifications as requested
- Monitor countersigning activities for those assessors who may be high risk or unqualified
- Assist in updating and development of training materials, resources and manuals
- Identify training needs and recommendations to improve quality of PCP program
- Deliver assessor training course to internal and external industry personnel
- Visit and monitored Assessors on work placement
- Provide weekly and monthly reports to senior managers on performance
- Liaise with course tutors to ensure that learners’ needs are met according to guidelines
- Maintain annual record of CPD, minimum of 40 hours (pro rata)
- Writing staff Appraisals.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Program Coordinator & Internal Quality Assurer
Abu Dhabi Vocational Education & Training Institute
Abu Dhabi
11.2013 - 01.2018
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Planned/set staff goals, targets and monitored staff performance through appraisals
- Organized teaching schedules, and Inspections for continuous Education department
- Improved staff retention, managed induction, and performance monitoring of teams
- Experienced in resolving conflicts between students and teachers
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Review Practice Tutor assessment decisions and feedback regarding portfolio evidence. Check that decisions are made using specified criteria and that feedback follows best practice principles.
- Compare Practice Tutor (assessor) decisions to ensure they are consistent. • Work with Practice Tutors and learners to ensure standardisation of assessment practice and outcomes
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones
- Developed program marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness and attract new participants
- Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition
Maths, Business and Acconting Teacher
Fleet & Winchmore Tutors UK
London
09.2008 - 11.2013
- Responsible for making Mathematics interesting subject for students by engaging pupils in engrossing lessons.
- Encouraging students to observe, question, discover and investigate in order to engage them in their learning
- Assisted in the development, design, review & evaluation of relevant curriculum & learning materials
- Raised standards of student attainment and achievement by monitoring & supporting every pupil's progress
- Made sure that all lessons are delivered in line with departmental schemes of work and school policies
- Dealt with inappropriate behavior quickly & effectively in accordance with the college behavior policy
- Ensured that teaching equipment & learning materials are clean, looked after, maintained & safe at all times
- Observed and evaluated every students' academic performance, progress, behavior, and social development.
Business Studies / Accounting Teacher
Stanmore College & Vista Business College UK
London
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Taught Business, Management, Economics, Accounting, Marketing, and Organizational Behavior
- Established daily learning goals and developed lesson plans based around them
- Differentiated instruction and utilized various teaching methods to facilitate all styles of learners
- Develop online learning sites and sources to supplement class content
- Developed business & accounting curriculum
- Worked with Industry to ensure related teaching and learning
- Planned student-centered learning & providing constrictive feedback to the learners
- Developed and creating class resources
- Ensured equality and diversity throughout teaching
- Planned Developing and carrying out assessments
- Supported students with extra needs
- Acted curriculum specialist for institute
- Worked on aligning school curriculum to college accounting curriculum.
Business / Accounting Teacher
English Language Adventure School UK
Luton
03.2010 - 09.2011
- Responsible for planning effective lessons and preparing resources which have clear teaching aims, objectives and learning outcomes
- Also in charge of advising and co-operating with Head-teacher and other teachers on preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching programs, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements
- Taught numerous Level 5 &7 business and accounting courses per semester online and in person
- Tracked and evaluated student performance on regular basis
- Contributed to curriculum review and development regularly
- Fostered and sustained professional relationships with colleagues and staff
- Submitted class and individual student reports for assessment as required
- Attended teacher training and development meetings as required
- Participated in student retention strategy development
- Managed classroom behavior & attendance
- Provided additional assistance and alternate assignments for struggling students
- Maintained and updated study materials on regular basis
- Coordinated with other district business instructors to compare instructional methods and materials.
Maths Teacher
Emperia College UK
Luton
11.2009 - 07.2010
- Modified and implemented behavioral improvement program with structure and social skills instruction to improve student progress and success toward transition into general education setting
- Developed teaching materials and assessments
- Practiced student-centered learning with small and large groups
- Developed and created class resources and notes
- Ensured equality and diversity throughout teaching were enforced
- Planned and coordinated assessments
- Provided 360 feedback to students
- Established student enrollment
- Successfully advised 85% of graduating students to continue secondary education
- Planned and conducted college fairs by scheduling guest speakers from universities, colleges and schools
- Networked to have professionals speak to provide students with wide range of opportunities when deciding on career and future.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Learning And Teaching - Learning & Teaching
Kingston University
United Kingdom 01.2021 - 02.2022
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management And Leader - Strategic Management and Leadership
Chartered Management Institute
United Kingdom 01.2019 - 01.2020
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership And Management - Leadership and Management
Chartered Management Institute
United Kingdom 01.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration
Anglia Ruskin University
United Kingdom 01.2010 - 01.2011
B.Sc. (Hons) - Business & IT
University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir
Pakistan 01.2002 - 01.2006
Skills
Post-secondary education
undefinedCertification
Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status
Affiliations
Member of society for Education and Training UK
Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) UK
Chartered Manager Status (CMgr MCMI) UK
Qualified Teacher Learning & Skills (QTLS) status. (UK)
Timeline
Level 4 Award in Understanding the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (UK)
02-2023
Postgraduate Certificate in Learning And Teaching - Learning & Teaching
Kingston University
01.2021 - 02.2022
Business Instructor
Higher Colleges of Technology
07.2020 - 05.2023
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management And Leader - Strategic Management and Leadership
Chartered Management Institute
01.2019 - 01.2020
Certificate in Curriculum Development and Instructional Design Mont Royal University Canada.
07-2018
Program Coordinator & Internal Quality Assurer
Higher Colleges of Technology
02.2018 - 07.2020
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership And Management - Leadership and Management
Chartered Management Institute
01.2017 - 01.2019
Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Process and Practice. (UK)
12-2015
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievements. (UK)
01-2015
Certificate in Special Education Needs from British Council UK
11-2014
Program Coordinator & Internal Quality Assurer
Abu Dhabi Vocational Education & Training Institute
11.2013 - 01.2018
Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status
12-2011
Business Studies / Accounting Teacher
Stanmore College & Vista Business College UK
09.2011 - 05.2012
Level 5 DTLLS - Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector. (UK)
04-2011
Level 4 Award in Understanding the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (UK)
07-2010
Business / Accounting Teacher
English Language Adventure School UK
03.2010 - 09.2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration
Anglia Ruskin University
01.2010 - 01.2011
Maths Teacher
Emperia College UK
11.2009 - 07.2010
Maths, Business and Acconting Teacher
Fleet & Winchmore Tutors UK
09.2008 - 11.2013
B.Sc. (Hons) - Business & IT
University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir
01.2002 - 01.2006
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