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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Profiles
Certification
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Mediha Younis

Mediha Younis

Muscat,Oman

Summary

Dedicated CELTA-certified TESOL practitioner committed to advancing English language acquisition and learner development. Experienced in delivering engaging, student-centred lessons that enhance communicative competence, accuracy and confidence across diverse proficiency levels. Skilled in adapting teaching to varied learner needs, including one-to-one support, and in fostering inclusive environments that promote autonomy, critical thinking, and real-world language use.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Language Lecturer

College of Banking and Financial Studies
Muscat, Oman
12.2024 - Current

Deliver English language instruction within the Centre of Preparatory Studies, equipping students with the academic skills required for successful progression to undergraduate programmes

Designed and implemented student-centred lessons to enhance speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills for B1–B2 level learners

Monitor student progress and provide targeted feedback to support language development and improve achievement rates

Design and administer assessments, including quizzes and continuous assessment tasks, ensuring validity and consistency across cohorts

Developed and standardised course syllabi to ensure alignment with institutional learning outcomes and support academic progression

Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes to enhance teaching effectiveness and learner outcomes

Integrated digital tools and interactive strategies to foster student engagement and participation in the classroom

Serve as Course Coordinator, leading course planning, ensuring alignment across instructors, and supporting teaching staff with resources and guidance

Lecturer/Coordinator

Dhofar University
Salalah
04.2017 - Current
  • Conducted activities and lessons using ESL teaching methodologies to enhance language acquisition.
  • Maximizing students' talk time through oral tests and presentations.
  • Encouraged and engaged students in speaking English to build confidence and improve communication skills.
  • Motivating students and using humor to induce a pleasant learning environment.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a conducive learning environment.
  • Prepared and disseminated regular progress reports to track student development and inform instructional strategies.

Tutor

Birmingham Adult Education Service
Birmingham
05.2013 - 12.2016
  • Enhanced student learning through engaging instructional methods, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Adopted a growth mindset, leading to measurable improvements in student learning outcomes.
  • Showcased subject expertise while developing a comprehensive curriculum.
  • Encouraged problem-solving by applying critical thinking techniques.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to elevate student performance and ensure holistic support.

Tutor

Aylesbury College
Aylesbury
09.2012 - 03.2013
  • Contributes to student learning, growth, and advancement.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of school curriculum and subject-specific content to enhance lesson relevance.
  • Researched and selected learning resources to enrich lesson engagement and effectiveness.
  • Maintains a growth mindset toward student learning and teaching practice.
  • Ensured timely arrival for all scheduled appointments, facilitating smooth operational flow.

Teacher, PGCE Placement

WorkQuest
Bradford
12.2011 - 12.2012
  • Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities based on the approved curriculum that facilitate student learning.
  • Developed comprehensive schemes of work and lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Set challenging learning outcomes aligned with the curriculum to support diverse student backgrounds and abilities.
  • Identified and selected instructional methods and resources tailored to meet the varying needs of students.
  • Organise the classroom and instructional resources to create a positive learning environment.

Teaching Assistant/Exam Invigilator

Hays Agency
Huddersfield
09.2009 - 07.2010
  • Facilitated small group sessions to support students' understanding and engagement in learning.
  • Assisted teachers in preparing lesson plans to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum.
  • Directed candidates to their seats and provided guidance on permitted possessions to ensure a smooth examination process.
  • Checked exam papers to confirm all necessary documents were included.

Mentor

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield
01.2008 - 03.2008
  • Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities aligned with approved curriculum to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Provided timely and constructive feedback to individual students to support academic growth.
  • Communicated student progress to parents to foster collaborative support for learning development.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of individual students' progress and development.

Education

MA - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

University of Birmingham
03-2024

FHEA Certified - FHEA

Advance HE
UK
01-2023

CELTA Certification Course - CELTA

Stafford House
London, UK
06-2022

PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate Education) - Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

University of Huddersfield
UK
07-2012

BA (Hons) - Computing in Business

University of Huddersfield
UK
07-2009

A Levels - A Levels

Huddersfield New College
UK
07-2006

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • ICT
  • Strategic Planning
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
  • Creative Thinking
  • Risk Management

References

Available on Request

Profiles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mediha-younis-7413a1250/

Certification

  • FHEA
  • CELTA Certified

Timeline

English Language Lecturer

College of Banking and Financial Studies
12.2024 - Current

Lecturer/Coordinator

Dhofar University
04.2017 - Current

Tutor

Birmingham Adult Education Service
05.2013 - 12.2016

Tutor

Aylesbury College
09.2012 - 03.2013

Teacher, PGCE Placement

WorkQuest
12.2011 - 12.2012

Teaching Assistant/Exam Invigilator

Hays Agency
09.2009 - 07.2010

Mentor

University of Huddersfield
01.2008 - 03.2008

MA - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

University of Birmingham

FHEA Certified - FHEA

Advance HE

CELTA Certification Course - CELTA

Stafford House

PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate Education) - Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

University of Huddersfield

BA (Hons) - Computing in Business

University of Huddersfield

A Levels - A Levels

Huddersfield New College
Mediha Younis