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Work History
Education
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M. Sharifa Usuf

English Teacher
Wattala
M. Sharifa Usuf

Summary

Confident teacher delivering results-focused teaching for consistent, measurable academic achievement. Easily manages both large and small classes using adaptable strategies that appeal to diverse personalities, backgrounds and learning types. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction environments, allowing for optimal lesson engagement and schedule flexibility.

Patient and effectual , proficient in instructing students. Committed to instilling comprehensive understanding of language and culture through imaginative and efficient lesson plans.

Overview

21
years of professional experience
14
years of post-secondary education
5
Languages

Work History

Lyceum International School
Wattala

SEN LanguageTeacher
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • As Special Education teacher for grades 9 to 10, specialize in preparing students with special needs for their O/L examinations in Pearson, Cambridge English and Local curriculum
  • Provide targeted instruction, accommodations, and support to help these students succeed in their language proficiency assessments.
  • Maintain and apply for Access Arrangements necessary to accommodate students during their O/L examinations.
  • Tailor Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) for each student to facilitate customized learning.
  • Mentored junior staff members, contributing to their professional growth and fostering positive work environment
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners, ensuring effective collaboration on joint projects and initiatives

Al Bayan Model School
Jeddah

English Teacher
09.2013 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • As an English teacher, my role is to inspire a love for language and literature in my students
  • I design engaging lessons that focus on developing strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • I foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where students can explore various literary genres, analyze texts, and express their ideas confidently
  • Through effective instruction and personalized feedback, I aim to empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners in the realm of English language and literature.

Dhahran Ahliya Schools

English Language Teacher
10.2011 - 01.2012

Job overview

Part time Language Teacher for middle school

Al Bayan Model School

English Language Teacher
01.2009 - 09.2011

Job overview

Language Teacher for speakers of other languages.

English Language Teacher
02.2007 - 06.2008

Job overview

Language Teacher for speakers of other languages.

Fast Directions Advertising Company

Overseas Sales Secretary
08.2004 - 09.2006

Job overview

Maintained contacts from foreign suppliers.

AlBarakah International School

English Language and Math Teacher
09.2002 - 06.2003

Job overview

Language Teacher for speakers of other languages. and primary Math Teacher.

Education

Open University of Sri Lanka
Colombo

Bachelor of Arts from English And Teaching
05.2018 - Current

University Overview

Innovatus Campus, Sri Lanka
University Of Cambodia

Bachelor of Science from Clinical And Counseling Psychology
05.2023 - Current

University Overview

London Teacher Training College
Jeddah Saudi Arabia

Some College (No Degree) from Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language
01.2013 - 01.2017

University Overview

British Council
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Some College (No Degree) from Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)
01.2010 - 12.2011

University Overview

Penn Foster
Pennsylvania USA

Some College (No Degree) from Career Diploma in Freelance Writing
06.2006 - 01.2008

University Overview

Skills

Encourage and motivate students to their maximum potential

Creative teaching methodologies

Confident and hardworking team player

Coordinating

Adapt Well

Technical presentations

Presentations and meetings

Group facilitation and presentations

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

    Member of Toastmasters Club

    President - Lyceum Wattala Toastmasters Club - 2019 -2020

    Vice President of Education - Wattal Toastmasters Club- 2020 - 2021

    President - Wattala Toastmasters Club - 2021 - 2022

    Teacher in Charge - Debate Club (Lyceum International School - Wattala)

    Faculty Advisor - Model United Nations Club (Lyceum International School - Wattala)

    Conducted a workshop on Effective use of English in the workplace - DIMO BENZ - Colombo

    Conducted Reading Seminars for parents of Primary Section

Timeline

Innovatus Campus, Sri Lanka
Bachelor of Science from Clinical And Counseling Psychology
05.2023 - Current
Open University of Sri Lanka
Bachelor of Arts from English And Teaching
05.2018 - Current
SEN LanguageTeacher
Lyceum International School
01.2018 - Current
English Teacher
Al Bayan Model School
09.2013 - 05.2017
London Teacher Training College
Some College (No Degree) from Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language
01.2013 - 01.2017
English Language Teacher
Dhahran Ahliya Schools
10.2011 - 01.2012
British Council
Some College (No Degree) from Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)
01.2010 - 12.2011
English Language Teacher
Al Bayan Model School
01.2009 - 09.2011
English Language Teacher
02.2007 - 06.2008
Penn Foster
Some College (No Degree) from Career Diploma in Freelance Writing
06.2006 - 01.2008
Overseas Sales Secretary
Fast Directions Advertising Company
08.2004 - 09.2006
English Language and Math Teacher
AlBarakah International School
09.2002 - 06.2003
M. Sharifa UsufEnglish Teacher