School Principal Managing Director
Resume:
Rima Mikdashi
School Principal & Head of Operations
Experience:
Principal & Head of Operations, HOPE Qatar Centre for Special Needs / Qatar
August 2023 -Present
•Expanding the reach of HOPE through new branches and new divisions and activities in Qatar.
• Developing and establishing A-Z for the new centres and divisions.
• Overall supervision of the existing Centre and any new branches when opened.
• Overall supervision and control of the quality of curriculum and offerings at HOPE, and the safety and security of the students and team in all branches.
• Overall responsibility for maintenance of high quality and impact in all branches.
• Support the Managing Director in developing and establishing curriculum, programs, and systems in new centers and divisions.
• Lead the identification and placement of suitable staff and the recruitment of students in these new centers and divisions.
• Ensure sustainability and acceptability of HOPE and its activities in all branches.
• Ensure safety, security and well-being of children and staff in all branches.
• Develop and oversee the programs for vocational training centre, job and employment placement programs, additional branches offering educational and therapeutic units.
School Principal, EADAD International Academy/Qatar Kg Gr. 6 August 2022 - August 2023
•Oversee day-to-day school operations.
•Developed and implemented a comprehensible school-wide improvement plan.
• Responsible for the management and delivery of the curriculum, students and staff, assessment, and supervision of instruction.
• Manage school logistics, budgets and supply of school resources.
• Set learning goals for students and teachers based on national curricula.
• Present data from school performance to board members.
• Research new resources and techniques to improve teaching.
• Manage Curriculum follow-up, delivery, and assessment with the academic team.
• Coordinate and implement appropriate orientation, workshop and Professional development of staff and information sessions for students, parents, staff and members of the wider community.
• Liaise with parents and the parents’ group, to ensure sound relationships are developed, and facilitate appropriate contact between staff and parents.
• Meet, consult and document communication with admin and staff to evaluate school wide tasks.
• Work for the elaboration of the whole-school calendar.
• Assist in the elaboration of the annual Action Plan for the school development in line with the school’s overall goals, both short-term and long-term.
PROFILE
Principal with Experience in
directing the
implementation of school-
wide improvement
strategies/programs that
assure excellence, growth,
and long-term sustainability
in both inclusive and
mainstream schools. Able to
lead staff, foster dynamic
environments, and interact
with people from diverse
cultures.
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SKILLS:
-Strategic Planning &
Implementation
- Leadership and
Management
- Strong communication
- Curriculum & Instruction
Program Design
-Academic transformation
-Team builder/Mentorship
-Problem solving
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Education / Qualifications:
-Bachelor of Art in Elementary
Education – Lebanese
American University (LAU) -
Lebanon.
-Teaching Diploma in
Education - Lebanese
American University (LAU)-
Lebanon.
-M.A (Educational
Management) in process -
Lebanese American University
(LAU) - Lebanon
-Diploma - Certified Teacher
Trainer
-Diploma – Management and
leadership
-Quality Assurance Certified
Trainer and Assessor
-ECE & English Teaching
Standards Trainer (Qatari MOE)
-Accredited trainer and
Assessor for schools in Qatar
and GCC
-High school Graduate from
Soeurs Des Besançon – (Beirut -
Lebanon)
Reference:
Available Upon Request
• Oversee the planning and running of the school's special day events in coordination with the Head of Activities/Enrichment Program. School Principal, Al Nibras International Bilingual School / Kuwait: K to Grade 12
September 2019 - August 2022
• Successfully managed and direct inclusive k-12 school of 600+ students.
Providing strategic direction and development for all the school departments in areas of academic and operational.
•School Improvement- Overseeing the different branches, suggesting, and implementing recommendations and policies.
• Accreditation – Assist by providing input for Cognia accreditation processes into the development of instructional programs and tools and ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Set School goals for students and teachers aligned with the vision and mission of the school.
• Present data from school performance to board members and stakeholders sharing suggestions for development.
• Research new resources and techniques to improve teaching and services to students and parents.
• Interview and hire school personnel.
• Guide teachers and deliver presentations for several school in-service Training Days.
• Assign responsibilities, supervise direct reports, and monitor staff absences by receiving reports periodically.
• Conduct observations and performance evaluations of staff and ensure that all staff evaluation is completed fairly.
• Organize school events, assemblies, job fairs and conferences.
• Report achievements, significant developments, opportunities or challenges which may have an impact on the school.
• Ensure all students and School staff have a safe, healthy, and clean environment in which to pursue the academic program. (e.g., implementing safety precautionary measures and hygiene rules)
•Coordinate with the Facilities team for maintenance issues if escalated by the staff.
• Reporting on all aspects of the school; recruitment, handbook policies, health and safety, emergencies, school crises, and hybrid learning.
•Monitor and report on teacher performance, Curriculum implementation & modification, assessments development, student behavior management, student and staff awards & recognition, development & monitoring of ongoing academic & social-emotional well-being programs etc.
• Assisting staff in their development of teaching strategies & content, ongoing feedback, monitoring & support.
• Ongoing communication with students & parents.
• Staffing at the School recruitment of new staff.
• Develop student discipline policies and ensure these are openly communicated to students, staff and parents.
• Student Affairs Manager, Health & Safety Officer, leadership Cognia Leader, ICT Integration, Student Council Leader.
Deputy General Manager, Governmental School Under the Ministry of Education /Qatar
August 2010 - August 2019
Rufaidah Bin Kaab Preparatory for Girls School (2017 until July 2019): Middle and High School
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Al Montazah Model Independent School (2010 until 2017): KG and Elementary
• Provide leadership in managing the day-to-day operation of the school with the coordination of parent, staff, and community concerns.
• Liaise with academics and examinations concerning Curriculum Teaching & learning activities at the school
• Train staff by offering periodical professional development programs and for other schools.
• Collaborate with the MOE inspectors to observe teachers’ performance and to ensure that curriculums are well implemented.
• Maintain a positive and safe school culture following clear standards for student and staff achievement.
• Oversee and administer school policies regarding student conduct and discipline.
• Assist in maintaining effective programs to strengthen and monitor student discipline, attendance, and individual student progress.
• Furthermore, assist in maintaining school records and performing a variety of complex administrative duties and strategic planning in Primary School and Kindergarten operations.
• Work cooperatively with peers in sharing ideas, techniques, and procedures for improvement of the learning environment.
• Assist with the development of a program for the evaluation and improvement of instruction to ensure maximum educational benefits for students.
• Report student progress to parents and appropriate school system offices as needed.
• Plan school activities and events and promote the school profile and news in the media.
• Coordinate with the Ministry of Education inspectors implementing memos and flyers.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned by the principal….
kindergarten Vice Principal, Al Wafaa Model Independent School August 2008 - August 2010
•KG Vice Principal and KS1 coordinators, for the subjects English, Math, Science, and Art.
Educational Advisor / Translator, Education Queensland International School organization
August 2007 - August 2008
•Train teachers in implementing the methodology in Education
•Conduct workshops and assist with the teachers’ needs. KS1 Coordinator, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Independent Boys School /Qatar August 2005 - August 2007
•Coordinating the following subjects: English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
KS1 Coordinator, Al Israa Independent School/Qatar August 2004 - August 2005
•Subject Leader for Grade 2, Coordinating the following subjects: English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Arabic and foreign languages Head & French Instructor, Cambridge School/Qatar – K to 12
August 2001 - August 2004
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• Develop the Curriculum/strategy of teaching Arabic, Islamic Studies, and French for all the levels mentioned above.
•Lead and coordinate the team of Arabic, French, and Urdu teachers.
•Reported to the school principal about the teaching strategies being done for these subjects: French, Arabic, and Islamic studies within the school.
•IGCSE French teacher grades 6 to 9, 10 &11
Primary Teacher, QIS - Qatar International School /Qatar (Gr. 1 to 6) August 1996 - August 2001
•Teaching Arabic & Islamic subjects to non-native students
•Writing the schemes of the teaching material for the grades mentioned. Primary School Teacher, Al Noor Language School /Qatar August 1994 - August 1995
Al Noor Language School /Qatar
•Math teacher for Gr. 3 and French teacher for Gr. 4 to 7 KG 1 Teacher, Sagesse High School /Lebanon
August 1993 - August 1994
• Kindergarten classroom teacher teaching English, Science, Math, and Social Studies.
Elementary Teacher, International College/ Lebanon August 1992 until April 1993
• Gr.2 Homeroom teacher teaching English, Science, Math, and Social Studies as an Internship for the University (LAU.
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