Kate Furness

Head of Modern Foreign Languages at Fujairah Private Academy
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Dubai, AE
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Portuguese Full professional proficiency
  • French Full professional proficiency
  • Spanish Full professional proficiency
  • Italian Limited working proficiency
  • German Professional working proficiency
  • Japanese Elementary proficiency
  • Irish Professional working proficiency
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David Murphy

Kate is a great educator and colleague. Her wealth of life experience, wisdom and kindness have the most positive impact on all around her. She is the most trustworthy and reflective practitioner.

Yaiza Duque Ortells

It was a real pleasure having Kate Furness as my Head of Department. Her creativity and positivity towards the team was remarkable. Her ability solving situations that were affecting her team’s wellbeing was amazing and truly appreciated. I personally recommend this amazing educator. Kate believes in her team and she makes sure that teachers, parents and students are happy and learning. Her focus on the most vulnerable students was impressive. The way she made students believe in themselves, the extra time she dedicated to them and the caring behind all her actions was truly something you don’t see everyday and will bring a smile to your face even in difficult moments. Kate sees the potencial in everyone and helps them to achieve the best they can achieve. Her language knowledge, her experience and her empathy, makes her a marvellous educator with impecable values shared within a whole community. Thank you Kate for everything!

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Credentials

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder
    Tes
    Oct, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Safeguarding Young People for International Schools
    Tes
    Apr, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Chat GPT in Smart Learning
    Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
    Mar, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Learning to Teach - Mentoring & Tutoring Student Teachers
    The Open University
    Mar, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Aspiring Female Leaders in Education
    Rahoo
    Oct, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • Introduction to Humanitarian Translation
    Translators without Borders
    Oct, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • MFL Curriculum Design & Pedagogy for KS3 and GCSE - NCELP
    University of York
    Oct, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • Exploring Educational Leadership
    The Open University
    Jun, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • QTS Induction
    Department for Education
    Apr, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • COVID 19 - Helping Young People Manage Low Mood & Depression
    University of Reading
    Feb, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • COVID19 - Psychological First Aid
    Public Health England
    Feb, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Mental Health Champion
    Place2Be
    Dec, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Assessment in Secondary Modern Foreign Languages
    The Open University
    Nov, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Threat Assessment & School Safety
    University of Colorado Boulder
    Nov, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Understanding Autism, Asperger's & ADHD
    University of Derby
    Nov, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Understanding Dyslexia
    The Open University
    Nov, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • What is Language? An Applied Linguistic perspective
    The Open University
    Nov, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Certificate of Primary Languages Upskilling
    Primary Languages Network
    Jun, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Child Protection for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Fire Safety for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • First Aid Essentials for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Health and Safety for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Online Safety
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Preventing Bullying for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Be an Online Tutor
    Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
    Mar, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Design an Online Course
    Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
    Mar, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Qualified Teacher Status
    Department for Education
    Jun, 2019
    - Oct, 2024
  • Certificate in Global Business Services
    The Hackett Group
    Jul, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Mindset, Language & Actions of Service
    Mary Gober International
    Mar, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Six Sigma White Belt
    Aveta Business Institute
    Mar, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Working Safely
    IOSH
    Mar, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Diplôme de français professionnel
    CCI Paris IdF
    May, 2015
    - Oct, 2024
  • CELPE-Bras Diploma of Proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese
    Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Itamaraty)
    Apr, 2012
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Fujairah Private Academy
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Head of Modern Foreign Languages
      • Mar 2023 - Present

      Leading the teaching of Modern Foreign Languages from KS2 to KS4 in a prestigious private school in the UAE with a tradition of excellence going back over forty years. Leading the teaching of Modern Foreign Languages from KS2 to KS4 in a prestigious private school in the UAE with a tradition of excellence going back over forty years.

  • GEMS Education
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Education Management
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Head of Modern Foreign Languages
      • Aug 2022 - Mar 2023

      Leading a team of eight teachers delivering French and Spanish across KS2 to A Level in a British curriculum school. My team's achievements included: Implementing the DELF-Prim curriculum in KS2 and preparing students to sit this prestigious exam, recognised by the French government Implementing the NCELP curriculum in KS3 French and Spanish Entering the BSME Languages Champions competition, and topping the leader board in French and Spanish our first year Rolling out MFL Spelling… Show more Leading a team of eight teachers delivering French and Spanish across KS2 to A Level in a British curriculum school. My team's achievements included: Implementing the DELF-Prim curriculum in KS2 and preparing students to sit this prestigious exam, recognised by the French government Implementing the NCELP curriculum in KS3 French and Spanish Entering the BSME Languages Champions competition, and topping the leader board in French and Spanish our first year Rolling out MFL Spelling Bees for KS2 and KS3 for our school cluster Introducing the Language Leader Awards program to develop future linguists Mentoring two Early Career Teachers Leading Junior and Senior Duke Awards Supporting Model United Nations Show less Leading a team of eight teachers delivering French and Spanish across KS2 to A Level in a British curriculum school. My team's achievements included: Implementing the DELF-Prim curriculum in KS2 and preparing students to sit this prestigious exam, recognised by the French government Implementing the NCELP curriculum in KS3 French and Spanish Entering the BSME Languages Champions competition, and topping the leader board in French and Spanish our first year Rolling out MFL Spelling… Show more Leading a team of eight teachers delivering French and Spanish across KS2 to A Level in a British curriculum school. My team's achievements included: Implementing the DELF-Prim curriculum in KS2 and preparing students to sit this prestigious exam, recognised by the French government Implementing the NCELP curriculum in KS3 French and Spanish Entering the BSME Languages Champions competition, and topping the leader board in French and Spanish our first year Rolling out MFL Spelling Bees for KS2 and KS3 for our school cluster Introducing the Language Leader Awards program to develop future linguists Mentoring two Early Career Teachers Leading Junior and Senior Duke Awards Supporting Model United Nations Show less

  • King's College, Soto de Viñuelas
    • Spain
    • Higher Education
    • Head of German & Head of Year
      • Dec 2020 - Aug 2022

      Leading Year 8 and German in a prestigious boarding school in Madrid, with a reputation for excellence dating back over half a century. I also taught French to IGCSE and assisted with IB Diploma French B. My proudest accomplishments include: All IGCSE students achieving grade 8 or 9 (out of possible 9) Taking Year 8 on a three-day residential trip Redesigning the German KS3 curriculum following the Conti approach Leading cultural visits, including the Madrid German Film Festival… Show more Leading Year 8 and German in a prestigious boarding school in Madrid, with a reputation for excellence dating back over half a century. I also taught French to IGCSE and assisted with IB Diploma French B. My proudest accomplishments include: All IGCSE students achieving grade 8 or 9 (out of possible 9) Taking Year 8 on a three-day residential trip Redesigning the German KS3 curriculum following the Conti approach Leading cultural visits, including the Madrid German Film Festival and German Christmas Market Supporting Model United Nations Leading a Duke of Edinburgh expedition Show less Leading Year 8 and German in a prestigious boarding school in Madrid, with a reputation for excellence dating back over half a century. I also taught French to IGCSE and assisted with IB Diploma French B. My proudest accomplishments include: All IGCSE students achieving grade 8 or 9 (out of possible 9) Taking Year 8 on a three-day residential trip Redesigning the German KS3 curriculum following the Conti approach Leading cultural visits, including the Madrid German Film Festival… Show more Leading Year 8 and German in a prestigious boarding school in Madrid, with a reputation for excellence dating back over half a century. I also taught French to IGCSE and assisted with IB Diploma French B. My proudest accomplishments include: All IGCSE students achieving grade 8 or 9 (out of possible 9) Taking Year 8 on a three-day residential trip Redesigning the German KS3 curriculum following the Conti approach Leading cultural visits, including the Madrid German Film Festival and German Christmas Market Supporting Model United Nations Leading a Duke of Edinburgh expedition Show less

  • Academics Ltd
    • United Kingdom
    • Staffing and Recruiting
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Supply Teacher
      • Nov 2020 - Dec 2020

      Short-term supply teaching while visiting family in the UK and waiting for my new contract in Madrid to begin. I taught a full range of subjects across all age groups. Short-term supply teaching while visiting family in the UK and waiting for my new contract in Madrid to begin. I taught a full range of subjects across all age groups.

  • Mini-Maeuse Internationale Kita
    • Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
      • Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

      I supported my former employer by returning to work for them short-term during the COVID pandemic as they were short staffed due to illness. I was initially due to stay for one month, but I extended this to allow for staff to take time off they had accrued. I supported my former employer by returning to work for them short-term during the COVID pandemic as they were short staffed due to illness. I was initially due to stay for one month, but I extended this to allow for staff to take time off they had accrued.

  • Belvedere International School
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • French Teacher
      • Feb 2020 - Jul 2020

      Introducing French and designing a brand new curriculum for Key Stage 1, 2 and 3 in a newly-opened International School. During the pandemic I also taught Year 1 as their classroom teacher while teaching whole-school French, and trained colleagues on how to use Google Classroom effectively, and how to adapt to teaching online. Once borders re-opened I made the decision to return to Europe until the world returned to normal. Introducing French and designing a brand new curriculum for Key Stage 1, 2 and 3 in a newly-opened International School. During the pandemic I also taught Year 1 as their classroom teacher while teaching whole-school French, and trained colleagues on how to use Google Classroom effectively, and how to adapt to teaching online. Once borders re-opened I made the decision to return to Europe until the world returned to normal.

    • Lead Teacher
      • Aug 2019 - Jan 2020

      Founding Lead Teacher in a new branch of an established chain of Early Years providers, leading a team of eight and designing the facilities, curriculum, calendar of events and social media in an immersion English learning environment. I also mentored trainee teachers and interns, managed non-teaching support staff, liaised with parents and other stakeholders. This was a temporary post to allow me to improve my German, and once the branch was open and running smoothly, I handed over to a… Show more Founding Lead Teacher in a new branch of an established chain of Early Years providers, leading a team of eight and designing the facilities, curriculum, calendar of events and social media in an immersion English learning environment. I also mentored trainee teachers and interns, managed non-teaching support staff, liaised with parents and other stakeholders. This was a temporary post to allow me to improve my German, and once the branch was open and running smoothly, I handed over to a colleague I had trained to take the reins. Show less Founding Lead Teacher in a new branch of an established chain of Early Years providers, leading a team of eight and designing the facilities, curriculum, calendar of events and social media in an immersion English learning environment. I also mentored trainee teachers and interns, managed non-teaching support staff, liaised with parents and other stakeholders. This was a temporary post to allow me to improve my German, and once the branch was open and running smoothly, I handed over to a… Show more Founding Lead Teacher in a new branch of an established chain of Early Years providers, leading a team of eight and designing the facilities, curriculum, calendar of events and social media in an immersion English learning environment. I also mentored trainee teachers and interns, managed non-teaching support staff, liaised with parents and other stakeholders. This was a temporary post to allow me to improve my German, and once the branch was open and running smoothly, I handed over to a colleague I had trained to take the reins. Show less

  • Andrew Marvell College
    • United Kingdom
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Trainee MFL Teacher
      • Feb 2019 - Jun 2019

      As part of my PGCE program with the University of Hull, I spent my second placement teaching French at KS3 and GCSE level at this busy, city school in an economically deprived area. During my time there the school had a very successful Ofsted inspection. As part of my PGCE program with the University of Hull, I spent my second placement teaching French at KS3 and GCSE level at this busy, city school in an economically deprived area. During my time there the school had a very successful Ofsted inspection.

  • Hornsea School and Language College
    • United Kingdom
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Trainee MFL teacher
      • Sep 2018 - Jan 2019

      As part of my PGCE programme with the University of Hull I spent my first placement teaching French at KS3, GCSE and A-level, as well as German to FCSE level at this coastal school, which is the preferred school for many parents of students with SEN in this area. The school also hosts a larger than average number of children looked after by the local authority. As part of my PGCE programme with the University of Hull I spent my first placement teaching French at KS3, GCSE and A-level, as well as German to FCSE level at this coastal school, which is the preferred school for many parents of students with SEN in this area. The school also hosts a larger than average number of children looked after by the local authority.

  • Associated British Ports
    • United Kingdom
    • Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Source to Pay Process and Systems Specialist
      • Nov 2017 - Sep 2018

      Working within the newly created Port Business Services centre to support ABP's Good to Great program, working with stakeholders to ensure that all Source to Pay processes and systems are aligned with the goals of the organisation. During my time with ABP I delivered two projects, streamlining the supplier onboarding and approval systems, and rolling out the use of P-cards, single-use virtual credit cards for small-ticket purchases. Working within the newly created Port Business Services centre to support ABP's Good to Great program, working with stakeholders to ensure that all Source to Pay processes and systems are aligned with the goals of the organisation. During my time with ABP I delivered two projects, streamlining the supplier onboarding and approval systems, and rolling out the use of P-cards, single-use virtual credit cards for small-ticket purchases.

  • Smith & Nephew
    • Netherlands
    • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • GBS Procurement Consultant
      • Mar 2017 - Oct 2017

      Contract position to support in the successful launch of a new Global Procurement Policy, and help operationalise the roll out by providing the systems and processes to support compliance. Also involved in the migration to SAP Ariba, working with Process excellence to ensure compliance with the policy was built into the platform prior to launch, UAT testing, and training team members in the UK and overseas on how to use Ariba. Also providing full Procurement Analyst services, including spend… Show more Contract position to support in the successful launch of a new Global Procurement Policy, and help operationalise the roll out by providing the systems and processes to support compliance. Also involved in the migration to SAP Ariba, working with Process excellence to ensure compliance with the policy was built into the platform prior to launch, UAT testing, and training team members in the UK and overseas on how to use Ariba. Also providing full Procurement Analyst services, including spend reports and analysis, market reports, sourcing projects and events, contract management, supplier enablement and support to end users and Procurement colleagues with queries about policies and procedures. Show less Contract position to support in the successful launch of a new Global Procurement Policy, and help operationalise the roll out by providing the systems and processes to support compliance. Also involved in the migration to SAP Ariba, working with Process excellence to ensure compliance with the policy was built into the platform prior to launch, UAT testing, and training team members in the UK and overseas on how to use Ariba. Also providing full Procurement Analyst services, including spend… Show more Contract position to support in the successful launch of a new Global Procurement Policy, and help operationalise the roll out by providing the systems and processes to support compliance. Also involved in the migration to SAP Ariba, working with Process excellence to ensure compliance with the policy was built into the platform prior to launch, UAT testing, and training team members in the UK and overseas on how to use Ariba. Also providing full Procurement Analyst services, including spend reports and analysis, market reports, sourcing projects and events, contract management, supplier enablement and support to end users and Procurement colleagues with queries about policies and procedures. Show less

  • East Riding of Yorkshire Council
    • United Kingdom
    • Government Administration
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Management Assistant to the Head of Child Services
      • Mar 2016 - Mar 2017

      Management Assistant to a busy Assistant Director, responsible for child safeguarding, adoption and fostering, young offenders' programs, Sure Start centres, young carers and managing the children's services budget. My duties included providing full support including diary management, event management, and project management. During this time the Local Authorities Children's services were inspected by Ofsted and received their best ever evaluation, including Outstanding for the support… Show more Management Assistant to a busy Assistant Director, responsible for child safeguarding, adoption and fostering, young offenders' programs, Sure Start centres, young carers and managing the children's services budget. My duties included providing full support including diary management, event management, and project management. During this time the Local Authorities Children's services were inspected by Ofsted and received their best ever evaluation, including Outstanding for the support provided to young care leavers. Show less Management Assistant to a busy Assistant Director, responsible for child safeguarding, adoption and fostering, young offenders' programs, Sure Start centres, young carers and managing the children's services budget. My duties included providing full support including diary management, event management, and project management. During this time the Local Authorities Children's services were inspected by Ofsted and received their best ever evaluation, including Outstanding for the support… Show more Management Assistant to a busy Assistant Director, responsible for child safeguarding, adoption and fostering, young offenders' programs, Sure Start centres, young carers and managing the children's services budget. My duties included providing full support including diary management, event management, and project management. During this time the Local Authorities Children's services were inspected by Ofsted and received their best ever evaluation, including Outstanding for the support provided to young care leavers. Show less

  • Surgical Innovations Ltd
    • United Kingdom
    • Medical Equipment Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Services Planning Manager
      • Jun 2015 - Feb 2016

      Interim position, working for the UK's leading designer and manufacturer of solutions for minimally invasive surgery. I was responsible for a diverse team which included procurement, warehousing, stock control, production planning, customer service, order fulfilment, invoicing and logistics. During this time my teams consistently exceeded order fulfilment targets, achieving sales 20% higher than target. Interim position, working for the UK's leading designer and manufacturer of solutions for minimally invasive surgery. I was responsible for a diverse team which included procurement, warehousing, stock control, production planning, customer service, order fulfilment, invoicing and logistics. During this time my teams consistently exceeded order fulfilment targets, achieving sales 20% higher than target.

  • Wartsila
    • Finland
    • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • PA to the Directors
      • Feb 2013 - May 2015

      Providing full P.A. support to the Managing Director and Board of Directors, including diary management, report writing, travel, event management, Human Resource support and training. I was also a Quality auditor and Health & Safety auditor. The role involved significant project management, including coordinating the migration of the company to SAP and Teamcenter. Providing full P.A. support to the Managing Director and Board of Directors, including diary management, report writing, travel, event management, Human Resource support and training. I was also a Quality auditor and Health & Safety auditor. The role involved significant project management, including coordinating the migration of the company to SAP and Teamcenter.

  • BSN medical
    • Germany
    • Medical Device
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Finance Associate
      • May 2009 - Feb 2013

      Responsible for Accounts Payable and employee expenses for Radiante, a recently acquired French subsidiary of BSN Medical, and supporting their staff during the switch to SAP, including travelling to France to deliver training and support in French. Responsible for Accounts Payable and employee expenses for Radiante, a recently acquired French subsidiary of BSN Medical, and supporting their staff during the switch to SAP, including travelling to France to deliver training and support in French.

  • St Johns Marlborough
    • United Kingdom
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Trainee MFL Teacher
      • Jan 2009 - Apr 2009

      Teaching French, German and Spanish to KS3, KS4 and International Baccalaureate while studying for a PGCE Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Bath Teaching French, German and Spanish to KS3, KS4 and International Baccalaureate while studying for a PGCE Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Bath

  • The John Bentley School
    • United Kingdom
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Trainee MFL Teacher
      • Sep 2008 - Dec 2008

      Teaching French and Spanish to KS3, KS4 and A-level while studying for a PGCE Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Bath Teaching French and Spanish to KS3, KS4 and A-level while studying for a PGCE Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Bath

  • Davy
    • United States
    • Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
    • Corporate Broking Administrator
      • Sep 2007 - Aug 2008

      Maternity cover contract position, providing support to the Corporate Broking Team in Davy, Ireland's premier stockbrokers, including travel, diary management, event management, etc. Maternity cover contract position, providing support to the Corporate Broking Team in Davy, Ireland's premier stockbrokers, including travel, diary management, event management, etc.

  • Colégio S. Francisco
    • Angola
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
      • Jan 2006 - Sep 2007

      Teaching English within a private Brazilian Primary and Middle school, and preparing older students for Cambridge exams. I also taught Business English and French to a number of private students. Teaching English within a private Brazilian Primary and Middle school, and preparing older students for Cambridge exams. I also taught Business English and French to a number of private students.

  • Alps Electric
    • United States
    • Business Supplies & Equipment
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • H.R. Executive
      • Sep 2004 - Dec 2005

      Responsible for recruitment and training within an Automotive manufacturing environment. Responsible for recruitment and training within an Automotive manufacturing environment.

  • ODENBERG ENGINEERING B.V
    • Netherlands
    • Wholesale
    • P.A. to the Managing Director
      • Aug 2003 - Aug 2004

      Providing full P.A. support to the Managing Director and Board of Directors, including Diary management, travel, call filtering, writing quotations and contracts, dealing with international clients in their own language, and keeping everything running like clockwork. Providing full P.A. support to the Managing Director and Board of Directors, including Diary management, travel, call filtering, writing quotations and contracts, dealing with international clients in their own language, and keeping everything running like clockwork.

  • Educate Together
    • Ireland
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Primary EAL and French Teacher
      • Sep 2001 - Jul 2003

      Teaching French and English as an additional language in a busy Primary school Teaching French and English as an additional language in a busy Primary school

  • Creative Labs
    • India
    • Marketing and Advertising
    • Technical Support Associate
      • Aug 1993 - Aug 2001

      Providing technical support to end-users of PC multimedia products in French, Spanish and English. Providing technical support to end-users of PC multimedia products in French, Spanish and English.

Education

  • The University of Hull
    Postgraduate Certificate in Education, Modern Foreign Languages
    2018 - 2019
  • Cambridge University
    CELTA, Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults
    2010 - 2010
  • Dublin City University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Applied Languages (Translation with Interpreting)
    1989 - 1993
  • Universidad de Oviedo
    Erasmus participation, Spanish Language and Literature
    1991 - 1992

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