Walid Torky
Dubai,00971
Summary
English Language Instructor and Assessment Specialist.Experienced English Language Instructor and Assessment Specialist with a track record of delivering exceptional results. Detail-oriented and enthusiastic team player, driven to achieve excellence. Skilled in team management and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
High School English Teacher
Greenwood International School
Dubai, UAE
04.2022 - Current
- A track record of outstanding student results
- Demonstrates professionalism, enthusiasm, commitment and integrity
- Experience in AB elective courses
- Inter-cultural awareness, well-developed communication skills and excited to engage with students and parents.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
High school English Teacher
American International School
Dubai, UAE
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Carried out the complete scope of responsibilities as a high school English teacher.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
English Assessment Specialist
MOE
Doha, Qatar
08.2014 - 12.2019
- Oversaw and reviewed exams developed by all state schools.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured confidentiality
- Reviewed and edited state syllabuses and curricula in collaboration with publishers
- Planned and prepared test specifications and blueprints for ministry national exams
English Language Coordinator/HOD
Qatar Banking and Finance High School
Doha, Qatar
09.2010 - 08.2014
- Instructed gifted and talented students at the secondary stage
- Led and managed the English department, implementing best teaching practices and monitoring student progress and teacher effectiveness
- Mentored, observed, and provided feedback to teachers, as well as conducted induction programs
- Delivered professional development sessions for state teachers and coordinators/HODs, focusing on assessment
- Ensured the credibility and application of assessment tools through field visits and individual meetings with school administrators.
English Language Translator & Interpreter
Titan Co.; subcontractor with the American Embassy
Doha, Qatar
07.2003 - 08.2005
- Served as a Quality Controller and team leader responsible for reviewing and editing various documents and media files
- Conducted professional development sessions for newly recruited linguists.
- Translated written documents accurately with linguistic precision.
- Proofread and edited translated materials to maintain language quality and consistency.
- Researched industry-specific terminology to enhance translation accuracy.
- Delivered high-quality translation and interpretation services from English to Arabic, supporting clients across multiple industries.
- Translated simultaneously using interpretation and translation equipment.
English Language Teacher
Atlas Language Schools
Cairo, Egypt
09.2000 - 06.2003
- Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
- Organised extra-curricular activities and field trips to supplement and enhance learning experience.
- Set and marked written and spoken language exams.
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
- Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
- Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.
Education
High Diploma - Psychology
Damanhur University
Egypt 09.2022 - 06.2023
Master of Arts - English
Washington International University
USA 06.2005 - 08.2007
High Diploma, TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - Assessment
Holmesglen Institute
Qatar 01.2012 - 06.2012
Special High Diploma in English Methodology (TESL) - English
University of Tanta
Egypt 05.2001 - 08.2002
Vocational Diploma in Teaching English - English Teaching
University of Tanta
Egypt 05.2000 - 08.2001
Vocational Diploma in Teaching English - English Teaching
University of Tanta
Egypt 05.1996 - 08.2000
Skills
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking skills
- Team collaboration
- Creative class planning
- Behaviour management
- Motivational communication
- English curriculum expertise
- Professional development
- elearning
- Inspiring leader
- IELTS exam preparation
Hobbies
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Horse-riding
- Documentaries
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
Affiliations
- Documentaries
- Horse-riding
- Fishing
- hunting
Accomplishments
- Completed the Teachers' Basic Training on Curriculum Standards conducted by the CfBT UK (Centre for British Teachers) with excellence in 2006
- Certified Teacher Trainer by the British Council Doha, Qatar in 2009. 6. EPICT certified, The European Pedagogical ICT License in 2007 (Abu Baker School).
- Official and regular presenter of Qatar TESOL, presenting in April 2007, January 2008, and April 2009.
- Certified member (ATA Membership Id: 251129) of the American Translators Association (ATA), USA, 2010
Certification
UAE, MOE equivalency
Quote
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage
Timeline
High Diploma - Psychology
Damanhur University
09.2022 - 06.2023
High School English Teacher
Greenwood International School
04.2022 - Current
High school English Teacher
American International School
09.2020 - 04.2022
English Assessment Specialist
MOE
08.2014 - 12.2019
High Diploma, TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - Assessment
Holmesglen Institute
01.2012 - 06.2012
English Language Coordinator/HOD
Qatar Banking and Finance High School
09.2010 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - English
Washington International University
06.2005 - 08.2007
English Language Translator & Interpreter
Titan Co.; subcontractor with the American Embassy
07.2003 - 08.2005
Special High Diploma in English Methodology (TESL) - English
University of Tanta
05.2001 - 08.2002
English Language Teacher
Atlas Language Schools
09.2000 - 06.2003
Vocational Diploma in Teaching English - English Teaching
University of Tanta
05.2000 - 08.2001
Vocational Diploma in Teaching English - English Teaching
University of Tanta
05.1996 - 08.2000
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