Fadi Kayal
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience of teaching, researching, and mentoring in linguistics. Possess award winning history of creating powerful curriculum in fields of French and Arabic languages. Expert at working with students to successfully prepare them for personal and professional success in today's world. Knowledgeable in various educational philosophies, which best promote the overall experience of a student. A committed faculty member, passionate about working to further enhance the educational offerings of an institution.
Determined Service Member known for having great time management and organizational skills. A diligent employee driven to work hard. Looking for a new position with an organization in the [Type of Industry] sector.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Service Agent
Government of Canada CRA
09.2023 - Current
- Help Businesses Corporations and Sole proprietors to file correctly their Taxes
- Register payroll account, GST/HST account, Import/ Export account
- Educate Taxpayers using online program and tools
Passport Officer
Government of Canada
Gatineau, QC
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Responded promptly to customer enquiries regarding passport services.
- Conducted investigations into fraudulent activities related to passports or visas.
- Implemented security measures when handling sensitive materials.
Assistant Professor
Defense Language Institute
Monterey California , CA
11.2016 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
- Planned events such as symposia or workshops designed to advance knowledge in a particular area of expertise.
- Conducted research projects, wrote manuscripts, and presented findings at professional conferences.
- Advocated for students through participation in committees focused on faculty-student interactions.
Tutor, Instructor
Graybridge Malkam Language School
Hamilton, Canada
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Taught French language to Federal Government and Provincial Government employees at various levels
- Exhibit theory, concepts, and methods relevant to teaching French language
- Research and emphasize on topics such as linguistics, language teaching methodologies, first and second language acquisition, literacy instruction, cultural awareness, and current trends and best practices in field
- Plan and prepare assessment strategies to evaluate students' language proficiencies
- Advice and counsel students to understand their needs and support them in achieving their academic goals
- Design and develop lecture plans, class activities, and handouts
- Assess and evaluate verbal and written work as well as guide students for further improvement
- Compose and update academic reports for management.
Tutor
Listen & Learn Education Language Centre
Toronto, Canada
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Educated adult students in the French language by evaluating their difficulties and providing alternatives and solutions to help them reach their language mastery goals
- Developed and implemented learning strategies and learning models of French language for a diverse group of students conforming to their educational requirements
- Created, organized, and administered exams and activities to improve talents of individual students
- Ascertained a conducive learning atmosphere.
Teacher Assistant / Lecturer
Department of French Studies, University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Organized and conducted French language courses, including FR151, FR152, and FR192A for initial, intermediate, and advance University level students
- Analyzed and defined students' training needs to ensure successful functioning of teaching department.
Assistant Professor
Acadia University
Wolfville, Canada
01.2015
- Taught French for French immersion Teachers, while preparing them to attain certificate through a Government Program.
Assistant Professor
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada
- Organized and conducted French language courses, including FR151, FR152, and FR192A for initial, intermediate, and advance University level students
- Analyzed and defined students' training needs to ensure successful functioning of teaching department.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in French Studies -
University of Waterloo
Master of Arts in French Literature -
McMaster University
Master of Arts in Arabic Literature -
Lebanese University, Branch III
Bachelors of Arts in French Studies -
McMaster University
Bachelors of Arts in Arabic Literature -
Lebanese University, Branch III
Skills
- Complaint Handling
- Customer Service
Websites
Awards
- Certification of Appreciation DLIFLC (4 times 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021)
- Provost's Team Excellence Award
- Acadia University Appreciation Letter
- University of Waterloo Retirees' Award
- Arts Graduate Experience Award
- University of Waterloo Graduate Scholarship
- Merit/ Faculty of Arts Graduate Scholarship (Twice)
- Faculty of Arts Graduate Scholarship
- UW/ Faculty of Arts Graduate Scholarship
- UW/ Faculty of Arts Merit Scholarship (Twice)
- University Of Waterloo Graduate Merit Scholarship
- Arts Graduates Enhancement Scholarship
- University Of Waterloo Graduate Entrance Scholarship
- The McMaster University Entrance Scholarship
- Dean's Honor List. Graduation with Distinction G.P.A: 9.5, McMaster University
- The St Charles Principals' Award
Timeline
Tax Service Agent
Government of Canada CRA
09.2023 - Current
Passport Officer
Government of Canada
11.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Professor
Defense Language Institute
11.2016 - 02.2022
Tutor, Instructor
Graybridge Malkam Language School
01.2015 - 01.2016
Assistant Professor
Acadia University
01.2015
Tutor
Listen & Learn Education Language Centre
01.2013 - 01.2016
Teacher Assistant / Lecturer
Department of French Studies, University of Waterloo
01.2009 - 01.2013
Assistant Professor
University of Waterloo
Doctor of Philosophy in French Studies -
University of Waterloo
Master of Arts in French Literature -
McMaster University
Master of Arts in Arabic Literature -
Lebanese University, Branch III
Bachelors of Arts in French Studies -
McMaster University
Bachelors of Arts in Arabic Literature -
Lebanese University, Branch III