Wafaa Bashir Salih
Edmonton,AB
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Head and Lecturer
City University Of Ajman
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Fulfilled a 15 hour teaching load of English 101, and English 102, Exam Preparation Courses and Study Skills.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Spearheaded training initiatives for teachers by leading classes on topics such as English Language Writing and Exam Question Writing.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Chaired hiring committees for two new core faculty members in the English Department.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Acting Head, English Department
City University In Ajman
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Led a team of nine full- time and part- time instructors in the Department.
- Created and supervised development plans for the English Department and the University.
- Submitted faculty evaluations at the end of evaluation cycles.
- Worked closely with the senior management on implementing the standards set by the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
- Provided training sessions for the faculty on using the On- line platform during the COVID 19 pandemic.
- Translated, edited and proofread documents pertaining to the University and the Ministry of Education.
- Fulfilled a teaching load of 15 credit hours on English Language courses.
- Supervised IELTS and TOEFL held in the University.
Lecturer in English
City University Of Ajman
02.2013 - 12.2018
- Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
- Developed syllabi and updated textbooks.
- Assigned books and other materials to improve reading comprehension.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Adjunct Faculty Member
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
- Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies.
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
Teaching Assistant
University Of Khartoum
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Delivered classes of General English Language, English Communication, and Writing to First year students in the Faculty of Arts.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Taught courses Phonetics 101 and Phonology 101 under guidance of senior instructors.
Librarian
Centre Culturel Francais- CCF
10.1999 - 10.2000
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Promoted library services and resources through public relations initiatives and community outreach.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Faculty of Arts, University of Khartoum
Khartoum, SudanBachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Faculty of Arts, University of Khartoum
Khartoum, SudanSkills
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Student Assessment
- Emotional Intelligence
- Professional Development
- Curriculum Development
- Quality Assurance
- Instructional Design
- Student Development
- Dependable and Responsible
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Deputy Head and Lecturer
City University Of Ajman
09.2021 - 02.2023
Acting Head, English Department
City University In Ajman
02.2019 - 09.2021
Lecturer in English
City University Of Ajman
02.2013 - 12.2018
Adjunct Faculty Member
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
09.2011 - 09.2013
Teaching Assistant
University Of Khartoum
01.2002 - 01.2008
Librarian
Centre Culturel Francais- CCF
10.1999 - 10.2000
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Faculty of Arts, University of Khartoum
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Faculty of Arts, University of Khartoum
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