HIRA FATIMA
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Proficient in utilizing tools such as Classera, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to enhance educational outcomes. Skilled in formative assessments and standard-based grading, fostering effective parent-teacher communication. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments that support diverse student needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Science and Computer Teacher
Pakistan International School, Aziziya
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2025.10 - Current
- Foster positive learning environments through establishment of clear behaviour expectations.
- Deliver engaging student-centred lessons for junior classes in alignment with fbise guidelines.
- Develop weekly PowerPoint presentations, continuous assessments, and term examinations to support learning.
- Utilise multimedia tools and practical demonstrations to assist understanding of complex scientific concepts.
- Collaborate with heads of science and computer departments to design and monitor schemes of work and course delivery.
- Participate in parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Contribute to school newsletter, highlighting students’ achievements in academics and co-curricular activities.
Mathematics teacher
Al Aqsa International School
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2025.08 - 2025.10
- Participated actively in professional development programmes, keeping abreast with current education trends.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to facilitate student learning.
- Delivered engaging mathematics lessons, ensuring improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers for better lesson planning and scheduling.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering strictly to school policies and procedures.
- Provided additional support to struggling students, enhancing their mathematical skills.
Science, Math and Social Teacher
Al Faisal International School
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2024.08 - 2025.06
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster active participation in core subjects. Encouraged collaboration and active participation in a nurturing environment.
- Utilised differentiated instruction techniques to meet the individual needs of students and ensure diverse learning styles were addressed.
- Incorporated technology and educational tools to elevate learning experiences.
- Worked collaboratively with fellow teachers, school staff, and others to support school-wide initiatives and events.
- Provided timely updates to parents on student achievements and challenges.
- Enhanced social-emotional growth by implementing character-building activities.
SCIENCE & ICT TEACHER
Hera International School
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2014.11 - 2023.06
- Developed course materials including syllabi, lesson plans, homework assignments, quizzes and tests.
- I taught pre- and upper-intermediate multilingual classes of 20.
- Keeping accurate student report cards as well as attendance and discipline records.
- Keeping the science and I.T labs organized, safe and clean.
- Worked with other science teachers to create a popular annual science competition.
- Guiding and motivating students to take part in extra-curricular activities.
- Worked collaboratively with fellow teachers, school staff, and others to support school-wide initiatives and events.
CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
National Institute of Blood Disease & Bone Marrow Transplantation, NIBD
Karachi, Pakistan
2011.06 - 2012.10
- Entering and updating local/international database registry and Case Report
- Forms (CRFs) in compliance with departmental and project standards
- Set up and maintain medical files and database, including records such as x-ray, lab, and procedure reports, medical histories, diagnostic workups, daily follow up, admission and discharge summaries
- Identify mistakes in reports and check with Consultants/Doctors to obtain the correct information
- Verify accuracy of patient information such as name and identification number; for correct punctuation, grammar, and spelling
- Maintain protocols requirements for patient visits, patient visit schedules, sampling and drug accountability requirements.
Internship Student
Government of Sindh
Karachi, Pakistan
2009.06 - 2010.06
- Upgraded office filing system.
- Typed all of the company documents.
- Compiled information and prepare reports.
- Maintained calendars and schedule appointments.
- Composed and edit already written materials.
- Answered phones and met with the employees to answer their queries.
Data Management Executive
DATA MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE, AMZ ACCESS (Pvt.) Limited
Karachi
2005.01 - 2005.12
- Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, data entry, and reporting for inclusion in patients' medical records
- Return dictated reports in printed or electronic form for physician's review, signature, and corrections
- Review and edit transcribed reports or dictated material for spelling, grammar, clarity, consistency, and proper medical terminology
- Translate medical abbreviations into their expanded forms to ensure the accuracy of patient and health care facility records.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
University of Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan 2007.01 -
Bachelor of Science - Botany, Chemistry, Biochemistry
University of Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan 2003.01 -
Skills
- Proficient computer skills, including Classera, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently, prioritise, seek input, and work in a team
- Classroom management
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teaching
- Flexible and adaptive
- Parent-teacher communication
PUBLICATIONS
- Pattern of bleeding and response to therapy in Glanzmann thrombasthenia M Borhany, H Fatima, A Naz, H Patel, T Shamsi https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22970800/
- Rare Bleeding Disorders are not so Rare in Pakistan Munira Borhany, Tahir Shamsi, Naveena Fatima, Hira Fatima, Arshi Naz and Humayun Patel https://www.longdom.org/open-access-pdfs/rare-bleeding-disorders-are-not-so-rare-in-pakistan 2329-8790.1000122.pdfhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22970800/
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Science and Computer Teacher
Pakistan International School, Aziziya
2025.10 - Current
Mathematics teacher
Al Aqsa International School
2025.08 - 2025.10
Science, Math and Social Teacher
Al Faisal International School
2024.08 - 2025.06
SCIENCE & ICT TEACHER
Hera International School
2014.11 - 2023.06
CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
National Institute of Blood Disease & Bone Marrow Transplantation, NIBD
2011.06 - 2012.10
Internship Student
Government of Sindh
2009.06 - 2010.06
Master of Science - Biotechnology
University of Karachi
2007.01 -
Data Management Executive
DATA MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE, AMZ ACCESS (Pvt.) Limited
2005.01 - 2005.12
Bachelor of Science - Botany, Chemistry, Biochemistry
University of Karachi
2003.01 -