SARA SH FARAJ
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced Gifted Education and Professional Development specialist focused on designing and delivering impactful teacher training programmes and learner-centred initiatives. Expertise in planning, problem-solving, and integrating 21st-century skills, STEM, and differentiated instruction to elevate educational outcomes and engage learners.
Overview
2
2
Languages
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
gifted and talented specialest
mawhiba
riyadh, Saudi Arabia
07.2024 - Current
- Lectured classes using exceptional communication techniques to enhance engagement.
- Designed exams, assessments and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
- Served as primary subject lecturer, coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for students.
- Organised educational activities and events to align with learning objectives and enhance student engagement.
- Recruited students by speaking at open days and off-site promotional events.
- Offered academic and pastoral support to students requiring additional help.
- Varied course delivery through workshops, work placements and technology-based learning.
- Motivated students through interactive discussions and innovative teaching methods. to cultivate a passion for knowledge.
- Raised course attendance, retention and grades by overhauling previous course delivery.
- Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
- Advised students on academic paths, providing holistic support throughout degree learning.
- Implemented safeguarding principles to ensure student safety and well-being. to maximise student health and well being.
- Reported on programme data to support course management.
- Graded periodic exams, inputting marks and feedback onto computer system.
- Monitored students' progress against educational targets, implementing positive interventions.
- Varied teaching strategies, catering to educational needs of young adults and mature students.
- Developed and updated curriculum to address contemporary topics and industry advancements, ensuring relevance and applicability.
gifted and talented specialist
AL-Iman school
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted workshops on intelligence, creative thinking, and cognitive research
- Developed programme for teacher professional development
- Facilitated initiatives to enhance student engagement and participation
- Teaching, Innovation and training
- Conducted scientific research in STEAM fields
lecturer
Princess Nura University (PNU)
Riyadh
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Teaching experiences:
- For Seventh Level Students:
- A case study in talent.
- Qualification strategies.
- Applied effective strategies for teaching students with autism.
- Conducted five field observations to evaluate and enhance teaching practices.
- For Sixth Level Students:
- Developed educational programmes for gifted and creative children.
- Supported students with autism in classroom settings to foster inclusive learning.
- Teaching Methods
- Methods of Teaching Gifted Course Decision.
- The decision to manage and organize institutions.
- 4 field observations (practical).
- Strategies for integration and early intervention.
- Development of creative thinking.
- For Fourth Level Students:
- Building and modifying behaviour
- Completed two field observations to assess and improve classroom dynamics.
Education
PHD - gifted and talented education
Arabian gulf university.
Bahrain01-2022
Master's degree - Gifted and Talented education
Arabian gulf university.
Bahrain01-2014
Bachelor's degree - modifying behavior
king Saud university
Saudi Arabia01-2011
Skills
- Gifted programme design
- Curriculum development
- Instructional planning
- Assessment design
- Writing coursework
- Course preparation
- Lecture planning
- Workshop facilitation
- Teacher development
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- In-class SEND support
- Student records management
- Learning management interfaces
- Data analysis tools
- Information analysis
- Evaluating projects
- Educational entrepreneurship
- Innovative thinking
- Critical negotiation
- Team leadership
- Faculty communication
- Stakeholder communication
- Leadership
- Time-management
- Decision making
- Adaptive problem solving
- Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Relationship management
- Creativity
- Thinking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Excel
- Team building
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Flexibility
- Relationship management
- Microsoft Office Suite
About Me
Academic qualification: PHD
Education and gifted education professional with strengths in leadership, creativity, teamwork, and professional development. Skilled in designing innovative learning programmes and leading initiatives that empower educators, engage learners, and drive meaningful educational impact.
LANGUAGE
Arabic-native
English
Interests
- Professional Development & Lifelong Learning
- Educational Innovation & 21st-Century Skills
- Reading & Research
- Leadership & Community Engagement
- Travel & Cultural Exploration
- Health, Fitness & Wellness
REFRECE
- Ahmed M., Abdulla Alabbasi, PhD Chairperson, ahmedmda@agu.edu.bh, Arabian Gulf University, Department of Gifted Education
- Abed Al-Nasser Diab, Al Jarrah, Professor - Gifted and Talented Programme, abedaj@agu.edu.bh, +973 17 239 607, Arabian Gulf University
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team and the development of gifted program, behavior modifications program
- Providing a number of training courses and practical workshops.
- Using learning and training strategies, the ability to persuade and communicate information, debate and dialogue.
- Legalization of the Torrance test for creative thinking in performance and movement in the Kingdom of Bahrain (scientific research).
- The level of academic quality of academic life among gifted and ordinary undergraduate students in Kuwait (a scientific paper).
- Self-esteem of gifted and normal students, a study based on post-analysis (scientific research).
- A several of committees and positions were filled during the period of work with Princess Nora University.
- 2015-2018, faculty member, alumni committee supervisor, student activities committee supervisor, field training committee.
- Attending and presenting a number of training workshops for the purpose of developing and improving outcom
- Mind maps
- Critical thinking
- Creative thinking
- Multiple Intelligence
- Teaching strategies (flipped thinking, discussion, questioning, brainstorming, problem solving, master thinking)
Timeline
gifted and talented specialest
mawhiba
07.2024 - Current
gifted and talented specialist
AL-Iman school
01.2023 - 01.2024
lecturer
Princess Nura University (PNU)
01.2015 - 01.2018
PHD - gifted and talented education
Arabian gulf university.
Master's degree - Gifted and Talented education
Arabian gulf university.
Bachelor's degree - modifying behavior
king Saud university