English Language Teacher & Instructor
• Sohar • Sultanate of Oman •
• Cell Phone: 00968.98.286.401• e-mail: *************@*****.*** • Date of birth: 02-04-1975 Nationality: Tunisian Licensed Teacher :QTS (yes) BA English Language and Literature+CELTA Marital Status: Married Dependents: Wife and 02 children Summary
A highly experienced Licensed Teacher with over 15 years as an accomplished educator who cares deeply about student success, cognitive development and wellbeing. A resourceful teacher equipped with strong critical backgrounds in language learning, teaching, and ELT pedagogy. Some of my keynote skills include lesson planning and motivation strategies. Tolerance, Communication, Cooperation, and Assiduity constitute a major part of my Teaching Philosophy. Key skills
High quality worksheet and educational
materials designer based on years of good
practice and potential creativity
Strong academic background and creative
teaching techniques
Excellent written and verbal communicator,
expert in student counseling
Professional user of Microsoft office
(PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel), teaching
technology,Interactive WB, e-Learning
applications
Purposeful lesson planning expert
Creative teaching techniques (differential
teaching) and catering for all levels
Outstanding Behavior management
techniques
Strong commitment to work ethics
Active and creative professional development
participant
Specially gifted at dealing with special need
students
Education and Teacher Training
Cambridge CELTA, Certificate in English Teaching to Adults Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College, England, United Kingdom Certificate of Proficiency for Secondary Education CAPES & Qualified Teacher Status Ministry of Education, Tunisia
Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature 2 P a g e
Higher Institute of Languages
University of Tunis at Carthage Tunis, Tunisia
Diploma of Higher Education, English Language and Literature Higher Institute of Languages, University of Tunis at Carthage Tunis, Tunisia Employment History
International Maritime College, Oman
English Teacher
September 2014 - Present
Planned, prepared and delivered English language lessons, using a systematic plan of lessons, lectures, demonstrations, and discussion groups
Provided and contributed to oral and written assessments
Effectively managed student behavior in the light of college disciplinary systems
Contributed to meetings, discussions and workshops necessary to co-ordinate and develop the work of the English department
Set good examples of classroom management and assisted other teachers in the same
Acted as an innovator, guide and resources for the Foundation English Program
Met all deadlines and set detailed schedules to meet learning outcomes
Pioneered strategies of student engagement and achieved 94,33% of student satisfaction
Promoted student success rate in Academic Writing, Core, Listening and Speaking to around 65% and 75%
Created professional Oral Presentation and Writing Templates
Enthused students to hard work, discipline, cooperation, and confidence Ministry of Education, Oman
English Teacher
Sohar, Al Batinah North
September 2013 - September 2014
Taught according to the educational student’s needs, abilities, learning styles
Maintained student discipline as per disciplinary systems and ethics
Participated in reciprocal peer review and observation of class teaching practice
Created and deployed strategies of handwriting in a systematic way in my classes, reached exceptional improvement in handwriting, Reading Speed, Presentation skills and high levels of motivation
Excelled in using educational applications, CAL strategies and involved and motivated students
Maintained fair teaching and tutoring practices
Gave special-need students equal attention and special follow-up leading to higher levels of fairness
Sorted out behavior issues with wisdom and showed subtle abilities in building trust and harmony in my classes
Ministry of Education, Tunisia
English Teacher
3 P a g e
Medenine, Tunisia
September 2008 - September 2013
Taught English Language skills to Secondary Level Students
Taught learners according to their educational needs, abilities and aspirations
Made exemplary improvements in student’s overall results, managed behavior issues deftly
Assisted students in doing research and raised their interest in self-study and engagement
Saved many students from failing and dropping out by a systematic plan initiated with other colleagues
Organized various competitions and school activities with the aim of empowering students and preparing leaders
Ministry of Education, Oman
English Teacher
Sohar, Batinah North
September 2006 - September 2008
Taught English Language skills to middle-school students
Performed Exam writing, invigilation and Marking of student’s work and exams
Managed and improved student behavior to comply with ethics of the college
Succeeded in increasing student interaction and fostered good learning habits and strategies
Encouraged students to read and set systematic follow-up for a Reading Speed Competition
Excelled in leading students to more confidence and engagement through setting positive teaching habits
Empowered students and focused on self-learning and student initiative
Led students to see and practice organization, critical thinking, and assiduity Ministry of Education, Tunisia
English Teacher
Tozeur, Tunisia
October 2002 - September 2006
Taught English Language skills to middle-school students
Performed Exam writing, invigilation and Marking of student’s work and exams
Maintained, contributed to, and reinforced student discipline regulations set by the school
Participated in reciprocal peer review and observation of class teaching practice
Realized unexpected success rates in low-achieving classes and established trust among students
Demonstrated outstanding abilities to work with disadvantaged learners in remote areas Hobbies & Interests
Poetry Writing (English &Arabic) and Literary/Linguistic Studies
Working Towards an MA in Teaching English to speakers of Other Languages
Voluntary and community work
Travel and adventure
4 P a g e
Languages/Other Skills
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Arabic: Native Language
Translation (English-French-Arabic)
References
Dr. Ayatollah Labadi
Professor of Applied Linguistics, Former Director of “Institut Superieur des Langues de Tunis” ( ISLT),Former Chancellor Advisor & Dean of Graduate Studies at University of Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman **********@*****.***
Deepa Eapen
Deputy HOD & General Foundation Coordinator, International Maritime College 009**-********
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Elizabeth June Fontana
Senior Teacher, Foundation Department, International Maritime College 009**********
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