Laila Nasr Al-Masry
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Driven and adaptable, excels in curriculum development and fostering student engagement. Strong communication and classroom management skills, combined with deep understanding of English literature and language pedagogy. Dedicated to inspiring students and enhancing learning outcomes.
Offering strong communication and leadership skills with background in education. Knowledgeable about curriculum development, student engagement, and fostering positive learning environment. Ready to use and develop teaching, mentoring, and organisational skills.
Overview
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1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior English Teacher
Al Rowad International Schools
Riyadh
2007.07 - Current
- Curriculum Development & Delivery: Worked as The English Curriculum Lead for grades 2 and 3 2024-2025.
- Designed and implemented the writing course for grade 3 ensuring alignment with modern learning standards and educational best practices, mapping out a step-by-step curriculum, creating engaging multimedia content, and hosting it on Schoology platform.
- Implemented modern teaching methodology, concerning listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Instructional Lea
- Joined a discussion on Secondary Teachers’ Activities in The Classroom on WhatsApp on September 3, 2024, British Council in 2024
- Attended a webinar “Planning for HMH Into Literature 6-12” online on August 30, 2024.
- Joined a discussion on Primary Teachers Activities in The Classroom on WhatsApp, British Council on August 27, 2024.
- Joined a discussion on Teaching with Technology on WhatsApp, British Council on August 26, 2024.
- Completed “Leadership and Management” online course on March 4, 2022.
- Completed “Hands-on Activities for Large Classes” course on October 13, 2021.
- Completed “Engaging with Assessment for Learning” online course on August 18, 2020.
- Completed “Embracing Diversity in Large Classes Online Course” on June 2, 2020.
- Completed a medical course on “Skills of First Aid C.P.R & AED” on December 29, 2019.
- Background in a wide range of computer, including ICDL obtained in 2004
- Attended ‘Best Practices Using Videos’ methodological programme in Egypt 2003.
- Attended ‘Communicative skills and Methodology’ programme in Egypt 2002.
English teacher
Al Rowad National School
Riyadh, Saudi Arasbia
2005.01 - 2007.06
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
- Engaged with students through conversational language, simplifying curriculum into relevant, understandable information.
English teacher
Experimental language School
Alexandria, Egypt
1996.01 - 2004.01
- An English teacher in an English language School.
- Applied various instructional approaches, experiential learning and self-assessment to increase retention and understanding.
- Targeted practice and revision to develop students' abilities in speaking and writing.
- Developed intervention strategies to improve student performance.
- Planned inspiring extracurricular activities for well-rounded student socialisation and development.
English teacher
Secondary commerce School
Alexandria, Egypt
1995.01 - 1996.01
- An English teacher in a secondary commerce School.
- Delivered informative progress reports aiding student development.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies for optimised learning environment.
- Established clear learning outcomes and targets for different abilities.
- Used varied resources and technologies to maximise student engagement and understanding.
Education
Saudi Teaching License - English 2
Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC)
2025.01 - 2026.01
Bachelor of Arts - English and Education
Alexandria University
Skills
- Exam marking
- Understanding adolescent psychology
- Critical thinking facilitation
- Standardised testing administering
- Pedagogical expertise
- Second language acquisition techniques
Certification
- Completed “Leadership and Management” online course on March 4, 2022.
- Completed “Hands-on Activities for Large Classes” course on October 13, 2021.
- Completed “Engaging with Assessment for Learning” online course on August 18, 2020.
- Completed “Embracing Diversity in Large Classes Online Course” on June 2, 2020.
- Completed a medical course on “Skills of First Aid C.P.R & AED” on December 29, 2019.
- Background in a wide range of computer, including ICDL obtained in 2004
- Attended ‘Best Practices Using Videos’ methodological programme in Egypt 2003.
- Attended ‘Communicative skills and Methodology’ programme in Egypt 2002.
References
References are available on request.
Accomplishments
- Prepared Grade 3 writing booklet that was used for about 6 years in our school, but this year it was replaced by HMH writing book.
- Gave a workshop on “Assessment and Evaluation” in 2023 in Al Rowad’s PLC.
- Designed and gave a course on “Lesson Planning” for Al Rowad teachers in 2021.
- Participated in preparing and teaching an English course for all non-English teachers in the school in 2019.
- Trained English teachers at the school on a program called “The Highly Effective Teacher-Behavior Management” in 2018
- Prepared and conducted an English summer course for the observers in the school in 2018.
- Honored as the Perfect Electronic Teacher for using multimedia inside the classroom in 2008.
- Granted an accomplishment certificate after finishing a training course on the internet entitled “Embracing Diversity and Respecting Others” in 2007 and translating it into Arabic for the school to benefit other teachers.
- Trained teachers at the school on a program called “Improving Thinking and Cooperative Learning” in 2006.
- Obtained the ICDL (International Computer Driving License) in 2004.
- Participated in the preparation of Hand in Hand book series in 2003 - 2004, which is being taught now in Egypt.
- Honored as the Perfect Teacher in Egypt in 2003.
Timeline
Saudi Teaching License - English 2
Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC)
2025.01 - 2026.01
Senior English Teacher
Al Rowad International Schools
2007.07 - Current
English teacher
Al Rowad National School
2005.01 - 2007.06
English teacher
Experimental language School
1996.01 - 2004.01
English teacher
Secondary commerce School
1995.01 - 1996.01
Bachelor of Arts - English and Education
Alexandria University