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Hi, I’m

Majida Ghandour

Al-Rakha,Khobar

Summary

To be able to create a difference in the field of education and lead to a life-long learning that creates a well-rounded student able to survive in an ever-changing environment. Goal-oriented professional, skilled leader and analytical problem-solver versed in budget planning, staff oversight and educational programme management. Uses relationship-building talents and diplomatic communication style to forge long-lasting connections and enhance operations. Capable Head Of Girls Section with demonstrated success in motivating staff and optimising programme operations all school levels. 23 years of accomplishment in education. Experienced in organizing facilities, supplies and educators to handle wide-ranging needs. Highly-organised, resourceful and forward-thinking leader.

Overview

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Work history

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

External Exams Coordinator and Academic Coordinator

Job overview

Coordinates special interest standardized testing and provides for the interpretation of test scores and makes sure specific academic, social, functional, and vocational testing materials are ordered and available for use
Helps soon-to-graduate students register for college entrance exams (SAT, TOEFL, ACT) as well as Checkpoint, IGCSE, IB, AS and A-Level exams
Works with the School Head, HOD's and the IB Coordinators in evaluating effectiveness of the curriculum and special needs of students
Produces and provides approved information about services offered by the External Exam Coordinator
Maintains up to date knowledge of legislation, policies and practices, rules and regulations that are relevant to students, staff and the school
Liaises with external overseas authorities and organizations on behalf of students
Carries out other duties that may be appropriate to his/ her credential and are assigned by the General Manager of the school.

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

Academic Coordinator and Head of Girls Section (primary-middle- high School)

01.2016 - Current

Job overview

Instigates all Head of Department meetings
Attend meetings as an observer/ advisor as required
Keeps teacher files in own office
Update on a regular basis, including class visits and lesson evaluation forms, so as to compile an effective teacher profile
Is responsible for assisting deputy Director with planning for in-service training
Is responsible for checking that exams conform to standards and are error free
Is interested in all aspects of external exams even though responsibility for this portfolio has been delegated elsewhere
Carries out spot checks – ask to check class copybooks of students on occasion to satisfy that standards are being met
Prepares for the deputy Director, upon request, predictions for book requirements and all other matters pertaining to his/ her section for the following year
Prepares substitution schedules to cover absent teachers classes.

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

Academic Coordinator & IB certified Economics teacher

01.2008 - 01.2012

Job overview

Co-ordinates the curriculum throughout the Al-Hussan International Schools
Liaises with the Academic Coordinator of the other International School on curriculum matters and teacher in-service training
Runs In-Service training on a weekly basis in consultation with the deputy Director of the school
Prepares scheme of work of all subjects and its implementation, monitoring progress and supporting teachers
Works closely on all future book orders and equipment purchases with the deputy Director
Ensures Curriculum files for each Year Group are prepared, made up and implemented
Ensures that all staff are aware of Attainment targets at the different Grade levels
Assists and guide teachers in curriculum matters
Ensures teachers get certified by Cambridge University through the Distance Learning Package or via other means.

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

Internal Exams Coordinator

01.2006 - 01.2007

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

Head of Business and Economics Department

01.2004 - 01.2005

Job overview

Induction of new teachers to the school
This includes supplying them with all requisites to teach the subject as well as all pertinent information
Assisting teachers via classroom visits and meetings which should be held on a weekly basis
Being responsible for implementing the decisions of the meetings
Assisting Senior Management with a formal (one) evaluation of members of staff in the Department
Being accountable for the results of students in examinations, both formal and informal
To ensure that students in the higher grades get sufficient practice in past papers to help with their final examinations
Prepared students for IGCSE, AS and A level.

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

Business Studies Teacher

01.2002 - 01.2003

Job overview

Prepared students for IGCSE, AS and A level.

Alhussan International Academy
KSA

Math teacher

01.2001 - 01.2002

Education

Lebanese University

Bachelor Business Administration and Economical Science

06.1998 - 06.2001

University of Liverpool

Masters of Business Administration

08.2016 - 08.2019

University overview

Good

Skills

Leadership and Management
Curriculum Development
Team Building
Child Development Understanding
Training and Development
Leadership

Communication
Team management
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Strategic planning

Additional Information

I am the chairman of the council of international schools- Steering Committee (CIS) Accreditation. I've lead the school to two accreditations and one re-accreditation. Member in the QMS department system at school: QUALITY management system for developing Policies and Procedures for the school. Member of Cognia system school accreditation. Potential: I am a very flexible person and can learn any kind of job. Easy to be trained. Very passionate about school systems and accreditation. Hard-working and manage well under stress. Very creative and fosters quality in everything I do.

Custom

Mr Ahmed Alam, 00962799843449
Mrs Lynne Momani, 00962799697887
Mrs. Kausar Osman, 00966507224327
Mr. Raed Abu Rumman, 00962795561921

Languages

English

Fluent

Arabic

Native

French

Beginner

References

References available upon request.

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