Hanaa Rafie
Head of Elementary English Department at Najd National Schools- Claim this Profile
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French Professional working proficiency
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Spanish Professional working proficiency
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Credentials
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Educational Landscape in the Next 5 Years (Workshop)
McGraw HillJan, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA)
Cambridge University Press & Assessment EnglishJan, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
School Improvement (Workshop)
Lebanese American UniversityJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Moving to 21st Century Classroom (Workshop)
In-service Professional DevelopmentJan, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Characteristics of an Effective Teacher (Workshop)
Alanjal national schoolJan, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Cooperative and Collaborative Learning (Workshop)
Alanjal national schoolJan, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Small Group Instructions (Literacy Centers / Guided Reading) (Workshop)
Alanjal national schoolJan, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Contemporary Methods for Teaching Young Learners (Workshop)
Oxford University PressJan, 2005- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Najd National Schools
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Computer Networking Products
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100 - 200 Employee
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Head of Elementary English Department
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Oct 2016 - Present
● Led the design and implementation of explicit instruction program with research-based practices and conducted workshops for 25 teachers and 20 instructional assistants on cooperative learning. ● Implemented a smart-testing and support system to assess progress and guide interventions in real-time, ensuring effective planning, seamless integration of differentiated instruction and technology. ● Mentored and guided teams of teachers and instructional staff in the successful adoption of virtual classrooms, closed learning gaps and ensured smooth transition to online instruction. ● Reduced need for remedial international-track classes by 50%, raised English subject’s pass rate from 85% to 98%, and increased the literacy rate of the student body by 40%. ● Organized and hosted several successful school events, including Drama Day and Cultural Day, fostering learning and creativity within the student body. ● Designed and administered assessment tools, monitored student performance, evaluated program efficacy, and suggest corrective actions to maximize student learning outcomes. Show less
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Academic City Schools
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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English Language Coordinator
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Sep 2014 - Jun 2015
● Developed and implemented a 4-month program to teach English language through activities and interactive classes for beginner level, which increases test scores by 15% from baseline. ● Streamlined process of creating and grading language assessment tests using digital tools and increased test accuracy by 10% to provide personalized learning guidance during parent-teacher consultations. ● Utilized various techniques such as student-teacher, cooperative learning, Socratic seminar, SOLE, think-pair-share, HOT questions, and WBT to effectively teach single-level English language classes. ● Developed and implemented curriculum for adult students that met the objectives specified by international standards to proactively address issues such as cultural and linguistic diversity. ● Facilitated interactive English school fair involving teachers, students, and parents and increased English language proficiency by 25%. ● Built strong teams through collaboration, providing a platform to exchange ideas, share best practices, and developing curriculum and lesson plans to boost overall academic performance. Show less
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Alanjal national school
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Saudi Arabia
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Middle and High School English Language Teacher
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Oct 2009 - Jun 2013
● Developed and implemented various lesson plans, assignments, and assessments to engage students in grades 7-12, resulting in an average 15% improvement in subject-specific test scores. ● Developed strategies to address a wide range of student abilities and challenges by maintaining materials, actively assessing comprehension, and guiding student to individualized learning. ● Obtained Accreditation from Cognia in the field of English language instruction, valid for a period of 5 years. ● Implemented standardized tests such as MAP tests to measure student progress and set academic goals. ● Administered end-of-term exams, grading student work, and evaluating outcome results to adjust lesson plans and instructional strategy accordingly. Show less
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The Royal College International School
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Egypt
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Elementary and Middle School English Teacher
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Oct 2001 - Jun 2009
Cairo schools that I taught in: Child Home Elementary school, Pyramids Language School - International section, Bloom International School, Royal International School. ● Implemented differentiated learning plans to meet the unique needs and interests of students, resulting in a 5% improvement in scores on the English portion of international standardized tests. ● Developed engaging, hands-on, and inquiry-based lessons. Addressed areas of weakness using effective strategies that enhanced student comprehension, leading to a 25% increase in participation and a 20% improvement in engagement. ● Incorporated multimedia resources such as interactive whiteboards, ICT tools and web applications. Encouraged students to think critically, resulting in a marked improvement in problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills. ● Assisted students in exploring new language structures and grammar conventions and developing research skills, leading to demonstrated independent mastery of the material. Show less
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Education
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1998 - 2001
Ain Shams University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, English Language and Literature, General
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