Hiba Zarari
Amman
Summary
Head Of International Section at a Private School in Jordan and a former English teacher who has earned trust and respect from students, parents, colleagues, and administrative staff for 20+ years. Also, an oral examiner, invigilator and supervisor who works with the British Council during exam sessions.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Head Of International Program (British & American)
Arab Model Schools
09.2010 - Current
- Responsible of more than twenty staff members from different fields; (English, Math, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Arabic, Social Studies and religion)
- Catering for the needs of thirty sections and classes with more than 200 students divided into three different sections
- Following the teachers' planning, performance inside classrooms, checking students written work and in charge of book orders from KG till grade 12 for all subjects
English Teacher
Arab Model Schools
08.2000 - 08.2010
- English teacher for both primary & secondary levels
English Teacher
Jordan International Schools for Girls
02.1997 - 06.1998
- Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage students' critical thinking and discussion in 4th grade English & French classes
Education
Bachelor of Arts: English Field Teacher -
University Of Jordan Amman
Tawjihi/ Literary Stream -
Sister Of Nazareth Schools - Amman, Jordan
Skills
Active participation in workshops, Language Performance assessments Symposiums, Community Service Programs, differentiated instruction and all events related to the British Council and Interactive teaching/learning Cambridge University Board (CIE) Motivating students Clear public speaking skills Proofreading/editing Interactive teaching/learning Learning style assessment School improvement committee Positive atmosphere promotion
Certification
ICDL
Accomplishments
- Developed my teaching techniques and strategies that resulted in shifting from being a first grade teacher to a Grade ten teacher. Then, becoming a certified examiner from Cambridge University for the Oral Exam for English as A Second Language and later invigilating and supervising IGCSE exams for Cambridge University conducted in Jordan.
- Later, and up till now the Head of The International department fully responsible for the British and The American High School Diploma Program
Affiliations
- British Council Jordan
- Cambridge University
Goal Setting
- Established and took the responsibility of meeting the requirements for the full accreditation for the British & the American Program and supervising the implementation of both programs at Arab Model Schools.
- Supervised all academic and administrative related issues to different subjects for not less than a staff of 25. teachers from different backgrounds and all enrolled students at the International Department (Approximately 200 students)
- Helped in establishing Community Service Program and many extra curricula activities such as AMUN, Stock Market, Hour of Code
- Established clear objectives for all lessons/projects and communicated with students, achieving a total understanding of grading rubric and overall class expectations.
Community Service
I initiated the community service program at the school, established cooperation between students, staff members and different charitable and nonprofit organizations which had a positive impact on both students and the local community.
Timeline
Head Of International Program (British & American)
Arab Model Schools
09.2010 - Current
English Teacher
Arab Model Schools
08.2000 - 08.2010
English Teacher
Jordan International Schools for Girls
02.1997 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Arts: English Field Teacher -
University Of Jordan Amman
Tawjihi/ Literary Stream -
Sister Of Nazareth Schools - Amman, Jordan