Najat Sghyar
Doctoral Student And Graduate Assistant
Buffalo
Summary
Passionate Language Education specialist with 12+ years of international experience in journalism and instruction. Legally trained plurilingual speaker, multilevel skilled teacher of French language with a deep understanding of Moroccan society and policies. Visionary and focused on building a brighter future through equal access to education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
Languages
Work History
Graduate Assistant
University At Buffalo, The State University Of New York
08.2023 - Current
- Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with faculty members on research projects, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
- Assisted professors in the development of course materials for improved student engagement and understanding.
- Mentored students with personalized guidance on academic progress, career goals, and professional development opportunities.
Grade 3 French as a Foreign Language Teacher
French American School Of Princeton
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Built cultural literacy for around 25 students by organizing lesson plans focused on French-speaking countries and for 10 students who need extra French support.
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Facilitated positive learning environment by using enthusiastic and energetic instructional strategies based on emotional health and consistent classroom management.
French Teacher
Alliance Française Of Abu Dhabi
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Built cultural literacy by organizing lesson plans focused on strengthening language skills of native French speakers attending English-speaking schools.
- Delivered 3 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 4 students per semester in French grammar and culture.
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
French Lecturer
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Delivered 9-11 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 10 students per semester in French Grammar and Vocabulary, DELF preparation and introduction to French.
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
Grade 4 French Teacher
Lycée Louis Massignon
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions in a class of 23 students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
French Teacher
Sabis International School Yas Island
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
French Teacher
French Institute Of Turkiye
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Delivered 20 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 50 students per semester in French.
- Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
Private French Tutor
Independent Employer
10.2015 - 07.2019
- Employed native French-speaking abilities to greatly advance skills of students as young as 2.
- Expanded upon classroom lessons by preparing additional verbal and written language practice.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Assisted with French homework by practicing assigned exercises and checking translation work.
- Helped students learn more about French culture through immersive experiences such as visiting restaurants and watching movies.
Journalist
Independent Employer
02.2014 - 07.2014
- Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics for Telquel Magazine.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
Journalist
Médias 24
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Journalist
Economie & Entreprises
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Followed through on beat sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
- Established and maintained relationships with credible sources.
- Wrote news stories, developed leads and constructed headlines.
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research, contacting experts or witnesses and conferring with lawyers to comply with legal boundaries for sensitive stories.
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
Corporate Legal Intern
Hajji And Associates
07.2010 - 07.2010
- Conducted research for upcoming cases for firm's attorneys.
- Gained valuable insight into regulations and policies associated with Moroccan corporate law.
- Participated in and took notes during meetings.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
Corporate Legal Intern
Oulamine Law Group
04.2010 - 04.2010
- Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
Education
Ph.D. - Language Education And Multilingualism
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Language Didactics
Sorbonne Nouvelle University
Paris, France 09.2018 - 07.2020
Certification - Corrector And Examiner of DELF Exams
France Education International
Paris, France 12.2018 - 12.2018
University Diploma - Teaching French As A Foreign Language
Sorbonne Nouvelle University
Paris, France 09.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Private Law
Faculty of Law, Lille University
Lille, France 09.2007 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Aljabr School
Casablanca, Morocco 09.2003 - 06.2007
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Curriculum design
Moroccan dialect
Language instruction
Interpersonal Communication
Public opinion understanding
Policy and procedure adherence
Publications
Fiction and poetry:
- Oridjinns, in Langue(s) en dialogues, Ed. Tangentielles, 2021.
- L'ensemensement des nuages, short story, 1st prize winner at the 2020 Abu Dhabi French Association literary competition.
- Emoticons and pros, the Bosphorus Review of Books, May 2018 edition.
Research:
- Linguistic, educational and cultural policy of French in the United Arab Emirates, (Masters thesis), Sorbonne Nouvelle University, 2020.
Selected news articles:
- Testimony: Turkish coup events experienced by a Moroccan, (published anonymously), Medias24, 2016
- Talents to follow: the new architects, Home by Telquel, 2014
- OFPPT and the university of Rabat harmonize their programs, Médias24, 2013
- The King's visit to Washington: analysis of the American Press, Médias24, 2013
- Our emigrants in distress, Economie & Entreprises, 2012
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
University At Buffalo, The State University Of New York
08.2023 - Current
Grade 3 French as a Foreign Language Teacher
French American School Of Princeton
09.2022 - 08.2023
French Teacher
Alliance Française Of Abu Dhabi
09.2021 - 07.2022
Grade 4 French Teacher
Lycée Louis Massignon
09.2021 - 06.2022
French Lecturer
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
10.2020 - 06.2022
French Teacher
Sabis International School Yas Island
09.2019 - 06.2021
Certification - Corrector And Examiner of DELF Exams
France Education International
12.2018 - 12.2018
French Teacher
French Institute Of Turkiye
09.2018 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Language Didactics
Sorbonne Nouvelle University
09.2018 - 07.2020
University Diploma - Teaching French As A Foreign Language
Sorbonne Nouvelle University
09.2017 - 07.2018
Private French Tutor
Independent Employer
10.2015 - 07.2019
Journalist
Independent Employer
02.2014 - 07.2014
Journalist
Médias 24
04.2013 - 02.2014
Journalist
Economie & Entreprises
04.2012 - 03.2013
Corporate Legal Intern
Hajji And Associates
07.2010 - 07.2010
Corporate Legal Intern
Oulamine Law Group
04.2010 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Private Law
Faculty of Law, Lille University
09.2007 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Aljabr School
09.2003 - 06.2007
Ph.D. - Language Education And Multilingualism
University At Buffalo
05.2001 -