Bakhshnda Fayaq
Sulaymaniyah,SU
Summary
Dedicated Mathematics and Computer Studies Teacher with expertise in delivering engaging, student-centered lessons that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Notable achievements include coordinating the school's inaugural participation in the International Mathematics Contest and implementing innovative enrichment activities that enhance student engagement and confidence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Math teacher and Computer teacher
Zanst international school
Sulaymaniyah
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Teach Grade 5 and Grade 6 Mathematics using the Alpha Mathematics Curriculum.
- Deliver 20 mathematics lessons per week, teaching two Grade 5 classes and two Grade 6 classes.
- Designed and delivered one month of online Mathematics instruction through Google Classroom, creating engaging lessons, assigning and assessing coursework, monitoring student progress, and providing timely, individualized feedback to support academic achievement.
- Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons that develop mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Assess student progress through classwork, homework, quizzes, projects, and examinations, using assessment data to support student achievement.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students and provide a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
- Provided after-school mathematics support sessions, enhancing student understanding and confidence in preparation for exams.
- Led the coordination and supervision of the International Mathematics Contest (IMC).
- Led implementation of school's first participation in international mathematics competition, fostering student engagement and showcasing mathematical talent.
- Coordinated student registration, exam administration, communication with parents, and competition logistics.
- Prepared students through enrichment lessons and problem-solving practice sessions.
- Planned and organized a variety of mathematics enrichment activities to increase students' enthusiasm and engagement, including Math Day, Pi Day, Game 24, Kahoot! Mathematics Challenges, Marshmallow Tower Challenge, and Math Art Gallery.
- Led a Grade 5 class of 25 students, fostering their academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained strong communication with parents to support students' learning and well-being.
- Organized special events and celebrations, including Friendship Day, Mother's Day, Outdoor Class Breakfasts, and Classroom celebrations and team-building activities.
- Designed and implemented an innovative house/team reward system, dividing the class into five teams to encourage positive behavior, teamwork, responsibility, and active participation.
- Established clear expectations focusing on respect, kindness, cooperation, attentiveness, and positive classroom behavior.
- Motivated students through a reward program in which the winning team earned a special dinner invitation at the teacher's home, fostering strong relationships and a positive classroom culture.
- Participated in the Audit Committee, aiding in school quality assurance and internal review processes.
- Participated in the Activities Committee to plan and organize school events, celebrations, and extracurricular programs.
- Taught Computer Studies to Grade 5 and Grade 6 students, delivering 4 lessons per week.
- Designed engaging, project-based lessons that developed students' digital literacy, creativity, communication, and technology skills.
- Taught students touch-typing skills using Master Typing, helping them improve typing speed, accuracy, and correct keyboard techniques.
- Set individual and class typing goals and monitored students' progress throughout the academic year.
- Organized typing competitions, motivating students and recognizing their progress in developing essential typing skills.
- Introduced students to Canva, teaching them how to design professional presentations, apply effective presentation design principles, use appropriate fonts, colors, layouts, and visuals, and present information clearly and confidently.
- Guided students through project-based learning, where each student designed and presented a complete presentation to their classmates.
- Introduced students to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its real-world applications.
- Taught students how to write clear and effective AI prompts to generate accurate and useful responses.
- Encouraged responsible and ethical use of AI tools in education.
- Organized classroom debates and discussions on AI to develop students' critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Organized a variety of technology-based competitions, including Master Typing Speed and Accuracy Competition, Keyboard Challenge Competition, Canva Presentation Competition, and AI Prompt Writing and Classroom Debate Activities.
- Promoted creativity, digital confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving through hands-on technology projects and interactive learning experiences.
Math Teacher
United Science International school
Sulaymaniyah
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Delivered 25 mathematics lessons per week, teaching two Grade 4 classes and three Grade 5 classes.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered engaging lessons in accordance with the Cambridge Primary Mathematics Curriculum.
- Taught Cambridge Primary Mathematics to Grade 4 and Grade 5 students.
- Assessed student learning through quizzes, classwork, homework, projects, and examinations, using assessment data to support student progress.
- Applied a variety of teaching strategies and educational technology to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and active student participation.
- Maintained a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment that supported students' academic and personal development.
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to ensure students' success and well-being.
- Conducted after-school mathematics support sessions for students needing extra assistance, offering individualized and small-group instruction to address learning gaps and prepare students for classroom assessments and international mathematics competitions.
- Served as the School Supervisor and Coordinator for the International Mathematics Contest (IMC) and the Kangaroo Mathematics Competition.
- Organized student registration, competition preparation, and examination procedures while ensuring all international standards and regulations were followed.
- Prepared students through enrichment lessons, practice sessions, and problem-solving workshops.
- Successfully guided students to outstanding achievements, with four students receiving Gold Medals in the International Mathematics Contest (IMC).
- Planned and organized a variety of mathematics enrichment programs to increase students' enthusiasm and confidence in mathematics.
- Organized and supervised Math Day, Math Art Gallery, Pi Day, Game 24 Competition, Multiplication Bee, and Kahoot! Mathematics Review Competitions.
- Designed interactive games, challenges, and collaborative activities that encouraged teamwork, logical thinking, and mathematical reasoning.
- Planned, organized, and supervised a wide range of after-school and classroom activities to enhance students' learning experiences.
- Conducted home visits to strengthen relationships with students' families and better understand their educational and personal needs.
- Organized and supervised enrichment activities such as Reading Club, Arts and Crafts, Salat Day, Mother's Day Celebration, Birthday Celebrations, and Seasonal and educational classroom events.
- Worked closely with parents and school administration to ensure the successful planning and implementation of class activities.
- Fostered a positive classroom culture that promoted respect, responsibility, creativity, teamwork, and student leadership.
Math teacher
Ishik Nilufer- secondary school
Erbil
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Taught Grade 6 and Grade 7 students, delivering engaging lessons that fostered understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Developed leadership, communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills in students through interactive lessons and collaborative activities, enhancing their overall learning experience.
- Encouraged students to build self-confidence and take responsibility, promoting initiative in classroom and school settings, which contributed to a positive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Mathematics -
Tishk International University
Erbil-Iraq06-2024
High School Diploma -
Zanst School
Sarchinar-Sulaymaniyah-Iraq06-2019
Skills
- Student-centered teaching
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Progress monitoring
- Critical thinking instruction
- Active learning
- Educational Innovation
- Time management
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Google Workspace for Education
- Project Management
- Analytical thinking
- Leadership
- Collaborative skills
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Parent engagement
- Academic support
- Student Empowerment
- Strong Communication Skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/01/02
- Nationality: Kurd
Timeline
Math teacher and Computer teacher
Zanst international school
09.2025 - 06.2026
Math Teacher
United Science International school
08.2023 - 08.2025
Math teacher
Ishik Nilufer- secondary school
04.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Mathematics -
Tishk International University
High School Diploma -
Zanst School