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Work History
Education
Timeline
Publications
Research Experience
Presentations
Nadia Awaida

Nadia Awaida

Tampa,FL

Summary

Accomplished academic professional with over 15 years of experience in Curriculum Development, Teacher Training, and Language Instruction. Expertise in enhancing curricula, publishing peer-reviewed research, and presenting at international conferences. Proven ability to advance academic innovation and ensure accreditation readiness in diverse higher education environments across the U.S. and MENA regions.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Virtual Educator & Consultant

Department of State
08.2025 - Current

• Design and facilitate EMI Discussion Group for professional development program.

• Develop collaborative activities (Google Workspace, Mentimeter, Padlet) to promote reflective teaching

and intercultural dialogue.

• Collaborate with the U.S. Embassy Kyiv and Georgetown’s CIED team to advance academic diplomacy and

innovation.

Education Consultant

Education Pathways
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Aligned learning strategies with institutional goals through effective design and implementation.
  • Identified workforce and academic priorities through comprehensive needs assessments.
  • Advised senior leadership on integrating AI-driven and blended learning models.
  • Established frameworks to assess learning outcomes and organizational impact efficiently.
  • Led workshops to boost faculty engagement in innovative teaching methodologies.
  • Collaborated with teams to enhance continuous improvement in educational programs.

Academic Director

ELS-ILSC Eckerd College
07.2022 - 07.2023

• Provide strategic direction for academic programs, ensuring alignment with institutional mission,

accreditation standards, and emerging technologies.

• Lead faculty recruitment, development, and performance evaluation to sustain instructional excellence.

• Spearhead AI-enhanced instructional strategies, fostering student engagement and data-informed

pedagogy.

• Manage academic budgeting, operations, and compliance in coordination with institutional leadership.

• Oversee student progress monitoring and stakeholder communications to ensure academic integrity.

Assistant Professor of Education

University of Balamand Dubai
09.2018 - 05.2022

• Directed program growth, accreditation readiness, and faculty development under UAE MOE and CAA

standards.

• Led curriculum design, accreditation documentation, and academic committee initiatives.

• Mentored pre-service teachers in reflective practice, research, and digital pedagogy.

• Strengthened faculty capacity through workshops on learner-centered teaching and assessment.

• Expanded program visibility through outreach, partnerships, and evidence-based reporting.

Training Specialist

University of South Florida
01.2014 - 05.2017

• Designed and delivered university-wide faculty development programs on global citizenship and cultural

competence.

• Collaborated with academic departments to embed internationalization outcomes into curricula.

• Implemented analytics systems to evaluate program impact and drive continuous improvement.

• Supported strategic planning through research on student engagement and intercultural learning.

Adjunct Instructor

University of South Florida
2014 - 2017
  • Enhanced student learning by developing engaging course materials.
  • Promoted critical thinking through facilitated classroom discussions.
  • Ensured fair grading by assessing student performance accurately.
  • Guided students in academic writing to improve scholarly skills.

Training and Development Manager

Lebanese American University
2011 - 2013

• Revitalized continuing education operations, achieving program recovery and 25% growth within

nine months.

• Developed market-aligned training curricula across professional disciplines.

• Led partnerships with industry and government to expand workforce development initiatives.

• Delivered executive briefings to senior leadership on academic and financial performance metrics.

Owner/Director

College Nannies And Tutors of Tampa
2006 - 2010

• Oversaw full operational management, staff training, and program development for a rapidly growing

educational service franchise.

• Recruited, coached, and supervised a team of 30+ tutors and childcare professionals to ensure

consistent, high-quality service delivery.

• Implemented customer engagement strategies that improved client satisfaction and retention, resulting

in significant year-over-year business growth.

• Streamlined administrative processes to enhance scheduling, performance tracking, and service efficiency.

Language Arts Teacher

Academy At The Lakes
2005 - 2006
  • Enhanced student engagement through aligned, interactive lesson plans.
  • Cultivated critical thinking and creativity via innovative teaching methods.
  • Created interdisciplinary projects fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Utilized data-driven assessments to refine instructional techniques and measure progress.
  • Promoted collaboration and respect within a positive classroom environment.
  • Adapted instruction using assessment tools to meet diverse student needs.

Adjunct Instructor

Hillsborough Community College
2001 - 2005
  • Aligned curriculum objectives with department goals and accreditation standards.
  • Enhanced instructional delivery by utilizing educational technology platforms effectively.
  • Provided individualized support during office hours to meet diverse student needs.
  • Contributed insights in departmental meetings for program development and improvement initiatives.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hillsborough County Public Schools
2000 - 2005
  • Enhanced student engagement through curriculum-aligned lesson plan development.
  • Cultivated a positive learning environment by managing classroom behavior effectively.
  • Tailored instructional methods to accommodate diverse student learning needs.
  • Ensured instructional continuity by collaborating with teachers during absences.
  • Fostered teamwork among educators to enhance overall classroom effectiveness.

Education

Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
06-2017

Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

Timeline

Virtual Educator & Consultant - Department of State
08.2025 - Current
Education Consultant - Education Pathways
01.2024 - 08.2024
Academic Director - ELS-ILSC Eckerd College
07.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Professor of Education - University of Balamand Dubai
09.2018 - 05.2022
Training Specialist - University of South Florida
01.2014 - 05.2017
Adjunct Instructor - University of South Florida
2014 - 2017
Training and Development Manager - Lebanese American University
2011 - 2013
Owner/Director - College Nannies And Tutors of Tampa
2006 - 2010
Language Arts Teacher - Academy At The Lakes
2005 - 2006
Adjunct Instructor - Hillsborough Community College
2001 - 2005
Substitute Teacher, K-12 - Hillsborough County Public Schools
2000 - 2005
University of South Florida - Ph.D., Curriculum And Instruction
University of South Florida - Master of Arts, Applied Linguistics

Publications

Alfaifi, M. S., AbuZayyad-Nuseibeh, H., Awaida, N., & James, W. W. (2020). Graduate students’ perceptions of success in United States colleges. Arab World English Journal, 11(2), 202–213.

Awaida, N., AbuZayyad-Nuseibeh, H., & Alfaifi, M. S. (2022). Understanding cultural differences and their pedagogical implications in higher education. International Journal of Humanities and Educational Research, 4(4).

Awaida, N. (2025). [Chapter title forthcoming]. In Feminist pedagogy for teaching online (Issues in Distance Education series). University of British Columbia Press.

Awaida-Nachabe, N. (2017). Examining cross-cultural affective components of global competence from a value perspective. Paper presented at the Global Conference on Education and Research (GLOCER), Sarasota, FL.

AbuZayyad-Nuseibeh, H., & Awaida-Nachabe, N. (2017). Role of culture in global competence: Perceptions of international students. Paper presented at the Global Conference on Education and Research (GLOCER), Sarasota, FL.

Awaida-Nachabe, N. (2017). Examining cross-cultural affective components of global competence from a value perspective. University of South Florida.

Research Experience

Research Assistant: Interpersonal Communication in Digital Environments, Boston University, (2021- Present)

  • Designed and distributed online surveys, achieving a 25% response rate from a targeted demographic of 1,000 participants.

Collaborator, “Cross-Cultural Communication in Multinational Teams, Emerson College, (2020 - 2021)

  • Analyzed 30 case studies of multinational corporations using NVivo software.

Research Intern, “Communication Ethics in Digital Age,” Boston University, (2019)

  • Examined the role of social media in shaping political discourse among young voters during national elections.

Presentations

  • Engaging Methods to Introduce Concepts (2022)
  • Odyssey Platform Professional (2022)
  • Bridging Content with Real Life Discussions (2022)
  • Instructional Tips to Aid Learner Brain Activity (2022)
  • Learner Agency and Adult Education in Dynamic Times (2021)
  • Covid 19- Five Lessons in Global Competence (2021)
  • Perceptions on Classroom Management (2020)
  • Adult Learner’s Perspective Regarding Emotional Intelligence (EI) in the Online Learning Environment (2020)