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Alena Lobava

Doha

Summary

With over 13 years of experience in diverse educational settings and 3 years as a Key Stage 1 Leader, I am an organized and adaptable educator with a strong foundation in leadership, curriculum development, and team collaboration. Committed to continuous professional growth, I am eager to apply my experience and skills to support school improvement, take on new challenges, and contribute to the success of the wider school community.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

SEN Teacher

GAAQ
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide day-to-day oversight and targeted academic support for students with Additional Educational Specific Needs (AESN) across Tier 1-3 and Wave 1-3 levels.
  • Deliver differentiated support through classroom push-in and small group pull-out sessions, aligned with students’ individual learning needs.
  • Oversee exam accommodations in line with student learning plans, ensuring equitable access to assessments.
  • Proactively review academic content and collaborate with mainstream teachers to scaffold materials and differentiate instruction.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records, Learning Plans, Student Profiles, and Intervention Plans; review and update quarterly.
  • Coordinate closely with Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), mainstream teachers, and parents to develop tailored resources and strategies for student success.
  • Lead communication between LSAs and parents, and facilitate workshops to empower parents in supporting their children at home.
  • Liaise with external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for students with AESN.
  • Provide professional guidance to teaching staff to enhance inclusive practices in mainstream classrooms.

Classroom Teacher, Key Stage 1 Leader

Cardiff International School
08.2018 - 06.2024
  • Developed flexible academic programs and classroom environments to promote learning and personal growth
  • Assessed and reported on student academic progress to parents and guardians
  • Participated in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge
  • Represented the institution at community events, meetings, and during accreditation processes
  • Standardized curricula and teaching techniques through observation and evaluation
  • Coordinated and monitored teaching quality within Key Stage 1, ensuring policy alignment
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for primary students
  • Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging student participation
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences
  • Communicated effectively with parents, guardians, and colleagues
  • Experienced with QNSA accreditation processes, ensuring high standards
  • (leadership team member)

English Teacher

Rabaa Secondary Independent School for Girls
11.2015 - 03.2016
  • Prepared students for the IELTS exam by developing targeted lessons and practice tests
  • Improved students' listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills through comprehensive instruction
  • Designed and implemented a curriculum aligned with IELTS standards and requirements

English Teacher

Nusaiba Bent Kaab Primary Public School for girls
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Ensured lesson plans and teaching methods aligned with the Qatar National Curriculum standards and objectives
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational practices and policies in Qatar

Classroom Teacher

Iqra English School for girls
08.2011 - 11.2014
  • Created engaging and comprehensive lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards
  • Monitored progress and provided individualized feedback
  • Created a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom

English Teacher

Streamline Language School
09.2008 - 11.2010
  • Developed innovative lesson plans and activities to engage students and ensure learning objectives are met
  • Established a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encouraged student participation

Education

International Award For SEN Coordination (iSENCO) - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Coordination

Real Training, UK (Online), 2024
Online
12-2025

Bachelor's Degree - Foreign Languages, Linguistics, Education

Minsk State Linguistic University
07.2008

Special Needs Education Level 4 -

ICON
10-2024

Skills

  • Educational leadership and team management
  • Staff mentoring, training, and development
  • Staff appraisal and performance management
  • Inclusive education and SEN coordination (Wave/Tier support)
  • Curriculum planning and differentiation (primary and secondary)
  • Individualized learning plans and progress monitoring
  • Parent communication and community engagement
  • Exam accommodations and access arrangements
  • Data-driven decision making for student achievement
  • Accurate record keeping and documentation management

Personal Information

Title: Teacher

Sponsorship

Family Visa

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Arts and crafts
  • Traveling
  • Sports

Timeline

SEN Teacher

GAAQ
08.2024 - Current

Classroom Teacher, Key Stage 1 Leader

Cardiff International School
08.2018 - 06.2024

English Teacher

Rabaa Secondary Independent School for Girls
11.2015 - 03.2016

English Teacher

Nusaiba Bent Kaab Primary Public School for girls
01.2015 - 07.2015

Classroom Teacher

Iqra English School for girls
08.2011 - 11.2014

English Teacher

Streamline Language School
09.2008 - 11.2010

International Award For SEN Coordination (iSENCO) - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Coordination

Real Training, UK (Online), 2024

Bachelor's Degree - Foreign Languages, Linguistics, Education

Minsk State Linguistic University

Special Needs Education Level 4 -

ICON