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swimming and reading
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Burra Alkhalidi

Burra Alkhalidi

Middle School English Teacher
Istanbul

Summary

Dedicated Teacher offering 11 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students. Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Mindful Middle School Teacher accomplished in preparing students for future through use of new technologies. History of encouraging students to engage in group work and to solve problems in team-driven approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Middle School English Teacher

Manara International School
Istanbul
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.

Middle School Principal

Manara International School
Istanbul
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.

Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher

Manara International School
Istanbul
09.2017 - 06.2020
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

English Teacher

Pakistan International School of Damascus
Damascus
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

English, Math, and Science Teacher for Elementary

Omar Bin Abdul Aziz Private School
Damascus
09.2011 - 06.2014
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - American And English Literature

University of Damascus
Damascus
09.2005 - 2010.08

Skills

    Lesson Planning

Software

Spreadsheets and word processing

Presentation software

swimming and reading

I am a very good swimmer who knows how to perform the four strokes; I do swimming during the weekends.

I like to read different genres; such as, psychology, detective, sci fi, poetry, etc.

Timeline

Middle School English Teacher

Manara International School
09.2022 - 06.2023

Middle School Principal

Manara International School
09.2021 - 07.2022

Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher

Manara International School
09.2017 - 06.2020

English Teacher

Pakistan International School of Damascus
09.2015 - 06.2017

English, Math, and Science Teacher for Elementary

Omar Bin Abdul Aziz Private School
09.2011 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - American And English Literature

University of Damascus
09.2005 - 2010.08
Burra AlkhalidiMiddle School English Teacher