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Abdullah Alalawi

Eastern Province

Summary

Resourceful and dedicated professional with "14 years" experience in teaching in both the United States and Saudi Arabia. Acknowledged for effectively conducting CELTA lesson plans encompassing a range of skill-building activities in the language learning. Recognized for promoting a positive learning environment of university and school settings. Fully up to date with the latest research in effective teaching strategies applicable to ESL instruction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Lecturer

Arab Open University
Dammam
08.2017 - Current

Adjunct English Lecturer who is responsible for using modern and dynamic teaching methods to train students how to communicate fluently

  • Delivered student instruction within EFL classes, overseeing five classes in the English department with an average of 30 students per class
  • Taught different courses: English Communication Skills, Writing, Reading, Conducting Research, and many others.
  • Evaluated students' writing with an emphasis on skills that are transferable to other classes and contexts
  • Worked with a diverse population of students, including many international students, and developed strategies for responding effectively to a wide range of writing abilities
  • Leading, motivating, supporting, challenging and developing students' at all levels in order to achieve success

Academic Support Coordinator

Aljish Middle School- Ministry of Education
Aljish
01.2017 - Current

Responsible for academic duties and ongoing support to the Principle Office

  • Coordinated with teachers' advisors to provide innovative programs that help students success
  • Managed the School Health program to educate students and stuff on healthy habits, such as healthy hobbits and hygiene
  • Planned and led the Training and General Programs' Club in the school
  • Trained Soft Skills to more than 1000 students in the school
  • Managed the School Health program to educate students and stuff on healthy habits, such as healthy hobbits and hygiene

English as a Second Language INSTRUCTOR

ESLi Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi
01.2015 - 12.2016

Served as an ESL instructor

  • Delivered student instruction within ESLi classes, overseeing seven classes in the program with an average of 20 students per class.
  • Provided instruction in different English skills within the programs
  • Received a perfect evaluation with valuable comments from students, including distinction as the "best teacher in ESLi."
  • Rewarded with ESLi Ambassador

School Teacher

Khalid Bin Alwaleed Elementary and Middle School
Hafer Albatin
08.2007 - 05.2011

Provided instruction to both elementary and middle school students in basic computer skills.

  • Delivered classroom instruction in basic computer keyboard, Microsoft Office, and Internet usage.
  • Managed relaxed and rigorous classroom environment.
  • Led classroom instruction in both computer theory and practical applications.
  • Attended various professional development workshops and activities.

Education

Master of Arts - ENGLISH

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
2016

Bachelor of Arts - ENGLISH

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
2015

Associate of Science - COMPUTER NETWORKING

Telecommunication and Information College
2006

Skills

  • CELTA Certificate
  • TESOL Certificate
  • IELTS Instructor
  • Tasked-Based Teaching Expert
  • Teaching, Counseling & Motivating
  • Curriculum development
  • Peer development
  • Faculty collaboration

Certification

  • CELTA Certificate
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
  • National Writing Project Teacher Consultant (100 hours)
  • Train the Trainer for IELTS in British Council (16 hours)
  • Modern Approach to Strategic Planning
  • Emergency First Aid

Affiliations

Member- TESOL International Association (2017-present)

Member - IDP IELTS for Teachers and Tutors (2018-present)

Member - British Council for Teachers (2021)

Professional References

  • Essa Aljanabi

School Principal

Aljish Middle School

Mobile 0542145032 Email: E.Aljanabi@teachereast.gov.sa

Manager

  • Dr. Shaju Ouseph Nalkara

Associate Professor of English Literature & Programme Coordinator

Arab Open University

Mobile 0562850098 Email: snalkara@arabou.edu.sa

Dean

  • Chelsea Seiller

Senior Director of Processing & Data Analytics

English as a Second Language International (ESLI)

Mobile (361) 244-1910 Email: Chelsea.Seiller@esli-intl.com

Previous Director

  • Dr. Glenn Blalock

Associate Professor of English

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Phone: (361) 825-2640; Email: glenn.blalock@tamucc.edu

Previous Professor and Graduate Advisor

Timeline

English Lecturer

Arab Open University
08.2017 - Current

Academic Support Coordinator

Aljish Middle School- Ministry of Education
01.2017 - Current

English as a Second Language INSTRUCTOR

ESLi Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
01.2015 - 12.2016

School Teacher

Khalid Bin Alwaleed Elementary and Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2011

Master of Arts - ENGLISH

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Bachelor of Arts - ENGLISH

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Associate of Science - COMPUTER NETWORKING

Telecommunication and Information College
  • CELTA Certificate
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
  • National Writing Project Teacher Consultant (100 hours)
  • Train the Trainer for IELTS in British Council (16 hours)
  • Modern Approach to Strategic Planning
  • Emergency First Aid
Abdullah Alalawi