Mohamed Agrtene
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Dedicated and experienced professional with a diverse background in English language education and program management. Proven track record as an English language consultant, trainer, and program manager, with expertise in designing, implementing, and overseeing English language programs and testing initiatives. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a passion for fostering language proficiency and facilitating learning outcomes. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage testing programs, ensuring quality and accuracy while meeting organizational objectives. A proactive and adaptable leader with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in language education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Language Instructor for Newcomers
Collège Mathieu
Saskatoon , SK
2023.11 - Current
- Developing and implementing French language courses for all proficiency levels for newcomers.
- Designing lesson plans and activities that focused on French grammar, pronunciation, and culture.
- Encouraging student participation by providing feedback and support during class discussions.
- Organizing activities to promote learning and cultural understanding for a better integrity of the newcomers.
- Providing individual support to help students improve their pronunciation, grammar, and writing skills.
- Facilitating group discussions among students on topics related to Canadian culture.
- Assessing student progress through quizzes, tests, and other evaluation methods.
Education Programming Coordinator
Conseil Culturel Fransaskois
Saskatoon , SK
2023.09 - Current
- Coordination of the Conseil Culturel Fransaskois French programs in arts & culture.
- Promotion of activities and follow-up on school requests.
- Scheduling and coordinating the logistics of activities for different school divisions in Saskatchewan.
- Recruitment of artists for presentation of artistic workshops at schools.
- Participation in the development and production of school programmings.
- Coordinating FRESK - a bilingual directory designed to help teachers and school personnel access cultural, educational and recreational resources offered in French for Saskatchewan students.
- Liaison with school boards offering French-language programs in the province;
- Development and/or maintenance of school partnerships;
- Representing the Conseil Culturel Fransaskois & participation in teachers' conventions as needed.
ESP Teacher - Part Time
Planeta
Rabat , Rabat
2020.09 - 2023.09
- Designed lesson plans and taught English for business & tourism.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, providing feedback on performance and areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies for teaching ESP courses.
- Provided individualized instruction to analyze and meet each student's needs.
- Adopted various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and multimedia presentations to engage students.
- Created & administered assessments tools for evaluating student learning outcomes.
- Encouraged students to practice speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in the target language.
- Integrated technology into the classroom environment to support language development of ESP courses.
- Collaborated with school administrators on initiatives related to different aspects of education administration.
- Distributed academic resources and study materials to help students prepare for examinations.
Program Manager, Testing
Amideast
Casablanca , Morocco
2020.01 - 2023.05
- Conducted research, produced reports and administered high-stakes testing programs such TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, GRE, SAT, PTE & others.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Evaluated curriculum programs and recommend improvements
- Developed and implemented program policies and procedures.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, workshops, and special events related to the program.
- Analyzed data from surveys, focus groups, interviews, or other sources to evaluate effectiveness of programs services.
- Drafted documents such as proposals, reports, presentations, memorandums or letters related to programs operations.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure accuracy in data collection methods used by staff members working on various projects within the scope of the program.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders including government officials and representatives from partner agencies involved in delivering services through the program.
- Monitored program operations for compliance with policies and procedures, applicable standards and relevant contractual policy.
English Language Program Manager
Amideast
Rabat , Morocco
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Generated and delivered reports, program review presentations and other program status updates.
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
- Conducted research on requested topics using reliable sources.
- Developed training materials and curricula for teachers to use in the classroom.
- Created assessments to evaluate teacher performance in the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with school administrators to design professional development plans for teachers.
- Coordinated mentoring programs between experienced and novice teachers.
- Analyzed data from student achievement tests to determine areas of improvement in teacher instruction.
- Observed classrooms to provide feedback to instructors regarding instructional techniques used by them.
- Coordinated events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and other special activities.
- Advised administrators on changes needed for the organization's educational policy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies Program
IBN ZOHR University
Morocco07.2010
Skills
- Program Management & administration
- Strategic Planning
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Quality Assurance
- Problem-Solving
Volunteering
- Collaborated with Saskatoon public library to offer bilingual storytelling in English & French while promoting the benefits of multilingualism and cultural diversity within the community.
- Helped & provided guidance while welcoming our Saskatoon community during the 2024 Winter Carnaval organized by La Fédération des Francophones de Saskatoon at École Canadienne Française Pavilion Gustave Dubois.
Languages
Berber
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certificate - TOEIC Propell Teacher Training Workshop|English Language Assessment - Educational Testing Services Princeton, New Jersey, USA|Sep 2019
- Certificate in English Language Teaching To Adults|Teaching English As A Second Language, TESL - York St John University - York, United Kingdom|Jul 2015
- Certificate in Management of Identity & Sustainable Development|Management And Globalization - Otto Torri Sullo Jonio - Cariati, Italy|Aug 2011
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
French Language Instructor for Newcomers
Collège Mathieu
2023.11 - Current
Education Programming Coordinator
Conseil Culturel Fransaskois
2023.09 - Current
ESP Teacher - Part Time
Planeta
2020.09 - 2023.09
Program Manager, Testing
Amideast
2020.01 - 2023.05
English Language Program Manager
Amideast
2019.01 - 2020.01
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies Program
IBN ZOHR University
- Certificate - TOEIC Propell Teacher Training Workshop|English Language Assessment - Educational Testing Services Princeton, New Jersey, USA|Sep 2019
- Certificate in English Language Teaching To Adults|Teaching English As A Second Language, TESL - York St John University - York, United Kingdom|Jul 2015
- Certificate in Management of Identity & Sustainable Development|Management And Globalization - Otto Torri Sullo Jonio - Cariati, Italy|Aug 2011
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