Mehvish Sheikh

Core Competencies

Early Childhood • Classroom Leadership • Child-Centered Instruction • Lesson Preparation • Play-Based Learning • Social-Emotional Learning • Parent Communication • Staff Mentoring • Fine Motor Development • Behavior Guidance

Leadership and Classroom Management

• · Lead and manage the 3's classroom, creating a welcoming and organized environment with intentional learning centers that promote independent exploration
• · Supervise assistant teachers, providing guidance on daily routines, classroom and behavioral expectations

Curriculum & Instruction

• · Design and implement play-based lesson plans introducing foundational concepts — colors, shapes, number sense, and uppercase letters
• · Facilitate sensory play, storytelling, and arts and crafts activities; design tasks to build and strengthen fine motor skills
• · Encourage curiosity and critical thinking through inquiry-based and child-led learning experiences

Social-Emotional Learning & Life Skills

• · Teach essential life skills, including sharing, taking turns, using words to express emotions, and resolving peer conflicts in a supportive setting
• · Foster a positive, inclusive classroom community where children feel safe, valued, and ready to learn

Assessment & Reporting

• · Observe and document student progress through developmental checklists and ongoing assessments; identify children needing additional support
• · Support and collaborate with specialists to implement appropriate interventions

Parent & Family Engagement

• · Build strong family relationships through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, addressing developmental milestones and home support strategies

Classroom Support & Instruction

• Supported the Head Teacher in delivering engaging, play-based lessons

• Assisted in introducing foundational concepts through hands-on activities

• Helped prepare and organize instructional materials, learning centers, and classroom resources for daily activities

Student Support & Engagement

• Provided one-on-one and small group support to reinforce lesson objectives

• Facilitated sensory play, storytelling, arts and crafts, and fine motor skill activities

• Encouraged curiosity, participation, and a love of learning through positive reinforcement and child-led exploration

Social-Emotional Learning & Life Skills

• Supported children in developing essential life skills

• Helped maintain a positive, inclusive classroom community

• Assisted in guiding student behavior using age-appropriate, supportive strategies consistent with classroom expectations

Classroom Environment & Organization

• Maintained a well-stocked and accessible learning centers

• Assisted in setting up and breaking down activities, ensuring smooth transitions between daily routines

Observation & Reporting

• Assisted in observing and documenting student progress

• Contributed to maintaining accurate student records and developmental portfolios under the direction of the Head Teacher

Instruction & Curriculum

• Instructed students in English and Math to enhance foundational skills
• Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards
• Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to meet the needs of students at differing skill levels
• Provided visual lessons to support diverse learning styles

Assessment & Reporting

• Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and tools
• Assigned and evaluated coursework and homework
• Compiled progress reports and assembled student reports in compliance with administration requirements

Student Support

• Provided individualized guidance and support as needed
• Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation

Parent & Community Engagement

• Collaborated with parents to support student learning and development
• Conducted parent-teacher conferences to address academic performance and behavioral concerns

Administrative & Professional Duties

• Met with administrators and department team members to collaborate on curriculum planning and assessment methods
• Attended faculty meetings, staff trainings, and special events as required by school administration
• Offered support in exam paper preparation

• Served as Class Teacher and Social Studies Subject Coordinator for Grades 1 & 2, developing child-centered lesson plans across English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies
• Monitored student progress through evaluations and feedback, organized class projects and extracurricular activities, and engaged parents and staff through regular conferences and meetings

• Administered Primary Campus (Pre-Nursery through Grade 5), directing a team of 15 while overseeing daily operations, timetable design, staff schedules, attendance, and performance evaluations
• Addressed parent inquiries professionally, conducted Pre-Primary teacher workshops, and attended Oxford curriculum development training