Noura Albadrani
Assistant Professor
Summary
Assistant Professor of English and Curriculum Development Leader with over 15 years of experience in education and EFL instruction across Saudi Arabia and the UK. Currently leading curriculum development initiatives, learning outcomes assessment, and accreditation processes. Holds an EdD in TESOL with strong expertise in curriculum alignment, quality assurance, and data-driven program improvement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Curriculum Development Department
YELLI
RCJY- Yanbu
09.2023 - 02.2026
- Exhibited respect and professionalism while providing necessary assistance.
- Contributed to national and international accreditation efforts through dedicated work.
- Modified curriculum procedures for both minor and major adjustments.
- Conducted LOM assessments, analysed causes of unachieved goals, and ensured improvement of targeted plans.
Deputy Head of Department, Applied Linguistic
Yanbu Industrial Collage
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Cultivated a productive learning environment to enhance student engagement.
- Ensured compliance with educational standards to deliver quality learning experiences.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress, addressing potential learning difficulties promptly.
Assistant Professor of English
Royal Commission Colleges and Institution.
Yanbu, KSA
03.2022 - 02.2026
- Assisted in organising literary events and workshops to enhance students' practical knowledge.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide guidance and support to students outside class hours..
- Managed curriculum design and implementation, developing clear, concise learning methodologies through research and planning.
English Language academic Instructor
Foreign Language Center
Riyadh
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Prepared classroom and course materials to facilitate effective learning.
- Graded assessments to provide timely feedback on performance.
- Researched innovative teaching methods for English as a second language.
- Created a supportive classroom environment that fostered student engagement.
EFL Instructor
De Montfort University
, United Kingdom
02.2011 - 04.2013
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons across diverse classes and age groups.
- Developed and administered tests, examination papers, and exercises.
- Marked oral and written work, providing constructive feedback.
- Created new materials, including audio and visual resources.
Education
EdD Degree (Professional Doctorate) - TESOL
University of Exeter
Exeter, United Kingdom 01.2016 - 01.2019
Diploma in Education and Teaching Skills - British Education System
University of Exeter
Exeter, UK 06.2017 - 01.2018
Master Of Arts - TEFL
De Montfort University
Leicester, United Kingdom 10.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor Degree - English Language
Taibah University
Saudi Arabia 08.2004 - 07.2007
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
Research Area
- Saudi EFL Pre-service Teachers' Perceptions Regarding the Design of the Diploma of Education Programme, 2019-04-01
- Teachers' Professional Development and Identity in Saudi Arabia, 2014-01-01
- The Use and Perceptions of Vocabulary Learning Strategies by Advanced Students, 2015-08-01
- Saudi EFL Teacher Preparation Programs: Challenges and Solutions, 2017-10-01
- Teacher Voice in Curriculum Development in Saudi Schools, 2016-07-01
Training
- The Global Transformation of Education and Learning, The 2nd International Symposium on Educational Research (ERL2022), 2022-10-01
- Training program: Total Quality Management in Business, Dubai, 2025
- Academic Leadership, One-year training program, RCJY, 2024
- Becoming a Classroom Researcher, Cambridge, 2020-05-01
- The International Conference On Education and Training Evaluation, Education & Training Commission, 2020-10-01
- BAAL Vocabulary SIG Conference, Nottingham University, UK, 2016-07-01
- International Conference on E-learning & Education, ICESD, Italy, 2015-05-01
Timeline
Head of Curriculum Development Department
YELLI
09.2023 - 02.2026
Deputy Head of Department, Applied Linguistic
Yanbu Industrial Collage
02.2023 - 06.2023
Assistant Professor of English
Royal Commission Colleges and Institution.
03.2022 - 02.2026
English Language academic Instructor
Foreign Language Center
07.2019 - 03.2022
Diploma in Education and Teaching Skills - British Education System
University of Exeter
06.2017 - 01.2018
EdD Degree (Professional Doctorate) - TESOL
University of Exeter
01.2016 - 01.2019
EFL Instructor
De Montfort University
02.2011 - 04.2013
Master Of Arts - TEFL
De Montfort University
10.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor Degree - English Language
Taibah University
08.2004 - 07.2007