Hamra Barshad
Colombo,
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in curriculum compliance and special education, honed across roles from Primary School Teacher at Colombo International School to Lead Montessori Teacher. Excelled in literacy development and teacher collaboration, significantly enhancing interactive learning environments. Demonstrates exceptional time management and parental communication, ensuring comprehensive support and academic excellence. Skillful School Teacher with structured and organized approach to classroom development. Carefully analyzed student areas of weakness and promoted areas of excellence. Orchestrated innovative solutions to academic and interpersonal problems. Developed compassionate approach to growing student maturity. Results-driven style of teaching with strong record of success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary School Teacher
Colombo International School
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Taught core subjects of Math, Science and Topic.
Lead Montessori Teacher
Athena Montessori House of Children
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
- Implemented age-appropriate discipline practices and guidance methods for children and informed and trained staff on procedures.
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
Assistant Teacher
Noah's Ark Montessori House of Children
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Secondary Class English Teacher
Al-Manar International School
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Primary Class English Teacher
Al-Hikma College (State School)
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Sunday School Religion Teacher
Al-Hikma College (State School)
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Created and implemented programs to promote philosophy and religious studies to students.
- Facilitated stimulating and thought-provoking class discussions on range of philosophical topics.
- Maintained student attendance records, grades and other required records to meet departmental standards and monitor student progress.
- Developed quizzes, exams, and projects to test undergraduate students' knowledge and understanding of subject matter covered in classes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors in Psychology And Counseling
Coventry University,
2025
Higher National Diploma in Psychology - Psychology
National Institute of Business Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka2023
Diploma in Psychology And Counseling -
National Institute of Business Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka2022
Dip in Montessori And Primary Education (Pearson) - Middle School Teaching
Royal Institute of Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka2021
Professional Diploma in Teacher Training - Teaching
Amazon College (TVEC)
Colombo, Sri Lanka2018
TKT Cambridge Assessment Module 1 -
British Council
Colombo, Sri Lanka2017
TKT Cambridge Asessment Module 2 -
British Council
Colombo, Sri Lanka2017
TKT Cambridge Assessment Module 3 -
British Council
Colombo, Sri Lanka2017
Completed High School -
Brighten International College
Colombo, Sri Lanka2014
Skills
- Curriculum compliance with IB
- Special Education
- Project-based learning
- Literacy development
- Child Development
- Interactive Learning
- Parental Communication
- Teacher Collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- State Standards Adherence
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Colombo International School
08.2022 - Current
Lead Montessori Teacher
Athena Montessori House of Children
05.2020 - 03.2022
Assistant Teacher
Noah's Ark Montessori House of Children
05.2019 - 03.2020
Secondary Class English Teacher
Al-Manar International School
01.2018 - 07.2018
Sunday School Religion Teacher
Al-Hikma College (State School)
09.2015 - 09.2016
Primary Class English Teacher
Al-Hikma College (State School)
08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors in Psychology And Counseling
Coventry University,
Higher National Diploma in Psychology - Psychology
National Institute of Business Management
Diploma in Psychology And Counseling -
National Institute of Business Management
Dip in Montessori And Primary Education (Pearson) - Middle School Teaching
Royal Institute of Colombo
Professional Diploma in Teacher Training - Teaching
Amazon College (TVEC)
TKT Cambridge Assessment Module 1 -
British Council
TKT Cambridge Asessment Module 2 -
British Council
TKT Cambridge Assessment Module 3 -
British Council
Completed High School -
Brighten International College
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