Umer Sohail
STEAM Project Coordinator and EdTech Champion at Dulwich International High School Suzhou- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Mandarin (普通话) Professional working proficiency
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Urdu Native or bilingual proficiency
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Gujrati Limited working proficiency
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Punjabi Limited working proficiency
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Joseph Tecson
Trustworthy, resourceful, and multilingual are the words I can best describe Umer. Trust being one of the most important traits in a relationship, I'm pleased to have Umer as my manager when resolving any sort of issue, especially being in a foreign country. HIs ability to efficiently speak and understand Chinese has helped in a countless number of ways, such as translation needs and accompanied hospital visits. Lastly, I'm in awe how capable he can handle multiple projects at any given time. Any employee would be lucky to have Umer as a manager, and he earns my highest recommendation.
Adam Nikolich
In the two years I've known Umer, I've continuously found new reasons to be impressed by him. Umer is incredibly intelligent in many ways - he's the kind of guy who develops impressive Chinese skills through Taobao orders and friendships (while many of us who took full time classes are left in the dust by him), and he'll also effectively trouble shoot your router issues via WeChat while having dinner in another city. He can eloquently debate ethics and he can explain an abstract scientific concept in a way that's accessible to his particular audience. However, far more impressive than Umer's intelligence and specific skills are his adaptability and the way he chooses to apply those skills. While working with me as a foreign teacher, he consistently had specific, actionable feedback on ways classes and administrative processes could be improved (handbook modifications, optimization of Chinese/foreign teacher lesson planning interactions, dissemination of effective classroom activities to the team, etc.), which made him a natural choice to fill the Director of Studies role when I left Mercan. As we spent a month preparing to hand the reigns over to Umer, he quickly demonstrated an intuitive understanding of how to manage the various stakeholders both within and outside the school, and I left Mercan knowing that the school had an excellent Director of Studies in place. Umer is a naturally helpful, empathetic person. He actually wants to help you fix that busted router, and will teach you the ins and outs of how to do it yourself if you're patient and willing. I've seen Umer bend over backwards countless times to help people with a variety of issues he was in no way obligated to deal with, and he doesn't get phased when problems get complicated. He just keeps on plugging away in that uniquely friendly and stress-reducing Umer way. It's not too often in life that you meet people that you genuinely look up to and who also make you feel like a better, more capable version of yourself. I can say without reservation that Umer is one of those people for me.
Joseph Tecson
Trustworthy, resourceful, and multilingual are the words I can best describe Umer. Trust being one of the most important traits in a relationship, I'm pleased to have Umer as my manager when resolving any sort of issue, especially being in a foreign country. HIs ability to efficiently speak and understand Chinese has helped in a countless number of ways, such as translation needs and accompanied hospital visits. Lastly, I'm in awe how capable he can handle multiple projects at any given time. Any employee would be lucky to have Umer as a manager, and he earns my highest recommendation.
Adam Nikolich
In the two years I've known Umer, I've continuously found new reasons to be impressed by him. Umer is incredibly intelligent in many ways - he's the kind of guy who develops impressive Chinese skills through Taobao orders and friendships (while many of us who took full time classes are left in the dust by him), and he'll also effectively trouble shoot your router issues via WeChat while having dinner in another city. He can eloquently debate ethics and he can explain an abstract scientific concept in a way that's accessible to his particular audience. However, far more impressive than Umer's intelligence and specific skills are his adaptability and the way he chooses to apply those skills. While working with me as a foreign teacher, he consistently had specific, actionable feedback on ways classes and administrative processes could be improved (handbook modifications, optimization of Chinese/foreign teacher lesson planning interactions, dissemination of effective classroom activities to the team, etc.), which made him a natural choice to fill the Director of Studies role when I left Mercan. As we spent a month preparing to hand the reigns over to Umer, he quickly demonstrated an intuitive understanding of how to manage the various stakeholders both within and outside the school, and I left Mercan knowing that the school had an excellent Director of Studies in place. Umer is a naturally helpful, empathetic person. He actually wants to help you fix that busted router, and will teach you the ins and outs of how to do it yourself if you're patient and willing. I've seen Umer bend over backwards countless times to help people with a variety of issues he was in no way obligated to deal with, and he doesn't get phased when problems get complicated. He just keeps on plugging away in that uniquely friendly and stress-reducing Umer way. It's not too often in life that you meet people that you genuinely look up to and who also make you feel like a better, more capable version of yourself. I can say without reservation that Umer is one of those people for me.
Joseph Tecson
Trustworthy, resourceful, and multilingual are the words I can best describe Umer. Trust being one of the most important traits in a relationship, I'm pleased to have Umer as my manager when resolving any sort of issue, especially being in a foreign country. HIs ability to efficiently speak and understand Chinese has helped in a countless number of ways, such as translation needs and accompanied hospital visits. Lastly, I'm in awe how capable he can handle multiple projects at any given time. Any employee would be lucky to have Umer as a manager, and he earns my highest recommendation.
Adam Nikolich
In the two years I've known Umer, I've continuously found new reasons to be impressed by him. Umer is incredibly intelligent in many ways - he's the kind of guy who develops impressive Chinese skills through Taobao orders and friendships (while many of us who took full time classes are left in the dust by him), and he'll also effectively trouble shoot your router issues via WeChat while having dinner in another city. He can eloquently debate ethics and he can explain an abstract scientific concept in a way that's accessible to his particular audience. However, far more impressive than Umer's intelligence and specific skills are his adaptability and the way he chooses to apply those skills. While working with me as a foreign teacher, he consistently had specific, actionable feedback on ways classes and administrative processes could be improved (handbook modifications, optimization of Chinese/foreign teacher lesson planning interactions, dissemination of effective classroom activities to the team, etc.), which made him a natural choice to fill the Director of Studies role when I left Mercan. As we spent a month preparing to hand the reigns over to Umer, he quickly demonstrated an intuitive understanding of how to manage the various stakeholders both within and outside the school, and I left Mercan knowing that the school had an excellent Director of Studies in place. Umer is a naturally helpful, empathetic person. He actually wants to help you fix that busted router, and will teach you the ins and outs of how to do it yourself if you're patient and willing. I've seen Umer bend over backwards countless times to help people with a variety of issues he was in no way obligated to deal with, and he doesn't get phased when problems get complicated. He just keeps on plugging away in that uniquely friendly and stress-reducing Umer way. It's not too often in life that you meet people that you genuinely look up to and who also make you feel like a better, more capable version of yourself. I can say without reservation that Umer is one of those people for me.
Joseph Tecson
Trustworthy, resourceful, and multilingual are the words I can best describe Umer. Trust being one of the most important traits in a relationship, I'm pleased to have Umer as my manager when resolving any sort of issue, especially being in a foreign country. HIs ability to efficiently speak and understand Chinese has helped in a countless number of ways, such as translation needs and accompanied hospital visits. Lastly, I'm in awe how capable he can handle multiple projects at any given time. Any employee would be lucky to have Umer as a manager, and he earns my highest recommendation.
Adam Nikolich
In the two years I've known Umer, I've continuously found new reasons to be impressed by him. Umer is incredibly intelligent in many ways - he's the kind of guy who develops impressive Chinese skills through Taobao orders and friendships (while many of us who took full time classes are left in the dust by him), and he'll also effectively trouble shoot your router issues via WeChat while having dinner in another city. He can eloquently debate ethics and he can explain an abstract scientific concept in a way that's accessible to his particular audience. However, far more impressive than Umer's intelligence and specific skills are his adaptability and the way he chooses to apply those skills. While working with me as a foreign teacher, he consistently had specific, actionable feedback on ways classes and administrative processes could be improved (handbook modifications, optimization of Chinese/foreign teacher lesson planning interactions, dissemination of effective classroom activities to the team, etc.), which made him a natural choice to fill the Director of Studies role when I left Mercan. As we spent a month preparing to hand the reigns over to Umer, he quickly demonstrated an intuitive understanding of how to manage the various stakeholders both within and outside the school, and I left Mercan knowing that the school had an excellent Director of Studies in place. Umer is a naturally helpful, empathetic person. He actually wants to help you fix that busted router, and will teach you the ins and outs of how to do it yourself if you're patient and willing. I've seen Umer bend over backwards countless times to help people with a variety of issues he was in no way obligated to deal with, and he doesn't get phased when problems get complicated. He just keeps on plugging away in that uniquely friendly and stress-reducing Umer way. It's not too often in life that you meet people that you genuinely look up to and who also make you feel like a better, more capable version of yourself. I can say without reservation that Umer is one of those people for me.
Credentials
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Active Learning and Assessment for Learning - Enrichment Training
Cambridge Assessment International EducationApr, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - Certification
LONDON TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGE LTDMay, 2017- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Dulwich International High School Suzhou
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China
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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STEAM Project Coordinator and EdTech Champion
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Aug 2021 - Present
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Chemistry Teacher
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Aug 2020 - Present
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Changshu International School
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China
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Director
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Jul 2019 - Jul 2020
• In house trainer and responsible for arranging all teacher CPDs (continues professional developments)conducted throughout the academic year• Responsible for teaching quality in the department, encompassing lesson observations, promoting student centered teaching and learning, and the development of action plans for intervening and helping teachers who are struggling• Oversee the implementation of new curriculum and adapt existing curriculum to suit student needs• Spearheaded a shift to data driven approach to teaching and learning, including reorienting internal assessments within the department and adding more project work and peer assessments • Designed and implemented a peer observation program made to encourage teacher-to-teacher dialogue and support teacher development• Manage day-to-day concerns about teaching quality and foreign teacher management• Audit instructors on teaching quality, lesson planning, peer observations, etc. to be reported to the principal
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Curriculum Development Manager
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Sep 2018 - Jul 2020
• Designed curricula across all subjects in grades 7 and 8 to enhance student engagement and teacher accountability and to align with best practices of 21st Century Learning • Curriculum specifically designed as a foundation for IGCSE and A-Level syllabi, where the students will take accelerated IGCSE and A-level courses after finishing this 2 year program• Focusing on building students’ ability to think critically and use the scientific method to problem-solve• Conducted workshops and meetings to compile relevant information and to encourage understanding and guarantee buy-in from all relevant stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and school leadership• Conduct weekly teacher observations and work hand-in-hand with teachers during the lesson planning process in order to assess student progress as well as the professional development needs of staff• Assisting the teachers to unburden themselves from the traditional ‘banking-system’ of pedagogy by providing real-time support and guidance• Conduct “Open Class” sessions to attract a wider range of students, to involve parents more fully in the learning process, and to further conversations revolving around scientific ideas
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High School Chemistry and Biology Teacher
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Nov 2017 - Jul 2020
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that promote students’ holistic understanding of chemistry by using constructivist approach, planning with in students’ ZPD and providing ample scaffolding to promote skill development, knowledge and understanding• Prepare students for IGCSE and A-Level exams using the Cambridge International Exam outline• Coordinate with bilingual teachers to set up monthly, semesterly and yearly goals• Conduct chemistry practicals to build student understanding and to prepare them for A-Levels
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Mercan School (美康英语教学)
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China
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Studies
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Jul 2016 - Oct 2017
Managing the foreign teachers team, with responsibilities including contract negotiation/management, recruiting, developing and administering trainings to the foreign and Chinese staff. Working with the Chinese management and bridging the gap between the Chinese and the Foreign teams. Actively involved on the management side in decision making process of the school, achieving targets set out by the parent company, development of new courses, designing and overseeing marketing activities, foreign teacher’s pay settlements etc.
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English Second Language Teacher
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Sep 2015 - Oct 2017
Manage all aspects of advanced English immersion classes, including course planning, student evaluation and parent meetings, in addition to teaching one-on-one classes focusing on topics including IELTS/TOEFL prep and university/visa interviews, advanced reading/writing skills including familiarizing students going to the UK with the CIE curriculum, American culture/history/economics, etc.
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High School Biology and Chemistry Teacher
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Jul 2016 - Oct 2017
Responsible for class planning, management and delivery. Using the UK-based Pearson’s Edexcel course outline. Teaching High School students. Preparing the students for their IGCSE and A-Levels examinations, using creative and interactive classes. Getting students familiarized with the scientific terminology in English. And encouraging them to develop the habit of thinking about scientific concepts in English rather than translating them from Chinese to English. Responsible for class planning, management and delivery. Using the UK-based Pearson’s Edexcel course outline. Teaching High School students. Preparing the students for their IGCSE and A-Levels examinations, using creative and interactive classes. Getting students familiarized with the scientific terminology in English. And encouraging them to develop the habit of thinking about scientific concepts in English rather than translating them from Chinese to English.
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English Second Language Teacher
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
Taught English to kids of ages 3-6, using games and fun activities as learning tools Taught English to kids of ages 3-6, using games and fun activities as learning tools
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English Second Language Teacher
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
Taught English to kids of ages 5 and up, responsibilities included lesson planning and delivery, concentrating on oral English, grammar, complex sentence structures, sentence delivery and pronunciation Taught English to kids of ages 5 and up, responsibilities included lesson planning and delivery, concentrating on oral English, grammar, complex sentence structures, sentence delivery and pronunciation
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Private
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United States
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Real Estate
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IELTS tutor
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
Taught one-on-one classes focusing solely on IELTS prep, covering all aspects (reading, listening, speaking, writing) Taught one-on-one classes focusing solely on IELTS prep, covering all aspects (reading, listening, speaking, writing)
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English Second Language Instructor
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Oct 2012 - Jan 2013
Taught one-on-one classes focusing on IELTS/TOEFL prep and university/visa interviews Taught one-on-one classes focusing on IELTS/TOEFL prep and university/visa interviews
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The Tutors Academy
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India
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Professional Training and Coaching
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IGCSE tutor
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Sep 2009 - Nov 2011
Taught and managed all aspects of the three main science courses (Physics, Chemistry and Biology), including course planning, past paper reviews, teaching one-on-one classes, systematically preparing students for the exams using the University of Cambridge Examination (CIE) course outline.
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Physics Teacher for A-levels
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Feb 2011 - May 2011
Taught Applications and Practical portions of the University of Cambridge Examination (CIE) – A-Levels – Physics syllabus, Familiarizing the students with all the Lab-Equipment, overseeing and conducting Lab experiments, teaching students how to compute the data recorded, past paper reviews of the practical and application sections of the examination.
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Aid to a Physics Professor
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Jun 2010 - Oct 2010
Generated questions and test papers for IGCSE and A-Levels Physics curriculum, Graded test papers, made PPTs for all the topics listed in the University of Cambridge Examination (CIE) Physics syllabus.
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Cordoba School
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Science Lab Coordinator
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Feb 2010 - Apr 2010
Designed and arranged a new fully equipped science-laboratory for the school, demonstrating science experiments to students of grade 6 to 11(IGCSE) Designed and arranged a new fully equipped science-laboratory for the school, demonstrating science experiments to students of grade 6 to 11(IGCSE)
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Education
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2018 - 2019
University of Nottingham
Other, Postgraduate Certificate in Education -
2011 - 2017
Hebei North University
Doctor of Medicine - MD, Medicine -
2008 - 2010
The City School
A-Levels, Sciences -
2007 - 2008
The City School
IGCSE, Sciences
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