Ragda Haddad
London
Summary
Dedicated Primary School Teacher with 13+ years experience teaching across KS1 and Early Years with an emphasis on teaching Gifted & Talented students. Passionate teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums such as IB, covering a wide range of subjects and age groups. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Years Librarian
Arab International Academy School
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
Enrichment Coordinator
Arab International Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and conducted instruction to promote opportunities for students.
- Developed individualized lesson plans and modified existing academic curricula to meet special learning needs.
- Provided one-on-one help for students struggling with learning concepts.
- Made copies and prepared materials for lessons and special activities.
- Developed and implemented themes and activities for children between ages of 2 and 6.
Primary Teacher
International Academy Amman School
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Planning and delivering lessons in accordance with the IB curriculum
- Monitoring individual progress in order to alter teaching strategies according to pupils' needs
- Developed social and emotional skills in line with the Second Step PSHE program
- Designed and ran after school activities for Literacy
- Maintained an accurate assessment record
- Planned lessons and flexible activities in accordance with pupils' individual needs
- Carried out parents meeting and individual report writing and worked closely alongside parents
- Create a positive, fun and safe learning environment
- Member of PTA
- Online teaching
- First Aider
Gifted & Talented and Grade 2 Team Leader, Grade 2 Class Teacher
Amman Academy School
08.2013 - 07.2019
- Specialized in teaching Gifted & Talented curriculum, in line with the University of California
- Led a team of (bilingual) 13 staff as Grade 2 Team Leader
- Worked on the PYP curriculum and updated Scope and Sequence documents
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Primary Teacher
Franciscan Primary School
09.2008 - 07.2012
- Teacher for primary and EYFS grade levels
- Led a team of Nursery staff alongside teaching assistants and nursery nurses
- Completed NQT year as a KS1 teacher
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes, and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Education
PGCE Primary - PGCE Primary
London SouthBank University
London, UK07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Kingston University
London, UK07.2005
Skills
- Teamwork
- Patience
- Committed
- Fun
- Punctual
- Organized
- Computer Skills
- Flexible
- Motivating students
- Creative lesson plan development
Languages
English
Arabic
Timeline
Early Years Librarian
Arab International Academy School
08.2024 - Current
Enrichment Coordinator
Arab International Academy
08.2024 - Current
Primary Teacher
International Academy Amman School
08.2019 - 07.2023
Gifted & Talented and Grade 2 Team Leader, Grade 2 Class Teacher
Amman Academy School
08.2013 - 07.2019
Primary Teacher
Franciscan Primary School
09.2008 - 07.2012
PGCE Primary - PGCE Primary
London SouthBank University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Kingston University
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