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Farzana Karim
Principal
Dhaka,13
Summary
Accomplished Whole School Principal at Bangladesh School Muscat, Oman, adept in academic administration and fostering instructional leadership. Spearheaded diversity initiatives and optimized resource allocation, significantly enhancing student engagement and staff morale. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking abilities and a commitment to educational excellence.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Principal
Royal Institute of Smart Education
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Drove school improvement by defining staff expectations and delivering regular performance feedback.
Wholes School Principal
Bangladesh School Muscat, Oman
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community by creating initiatives aimed at celebrating cultural differences and fostering understanding among students, staff, and families.
- Coordinated successful school events such as fundraisers, open houses, concerts, athletic competitions, award ceremonies to increase visibility in the community.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing budgetary needs, securing grants, and prioritizing expenditures for maximum impact on student achievement.
- Managed the faculty recruitment process, focusing on hiring dedicated educators for student success.
Whole School Principal
Southeast Bank Green School
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community by creating initiatives aimed at celebrating cultural differences and fostering understanding among students, staff, and families.
- Coordinated successful school events such as fundraisers, open houses, concerts, athletic competitions, award ceremonies to increase visibility in the community.
- Boosted team cohesion and satisfaction, leading to improved retention and morale levels.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing budgetary needs, securing grants, and prioritizing expenditures for maximum impact on student achievement.
Whole School Principal
Bangladesh Airforce School and College
02.2010 - 02.2013
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community by creating initiatives aimed at celebrating cultural differences and fostering understanding among students, staff, and families.
- Coordinated successful school events such as fundraisers, open houses, concerts, athletic competitions, award ceremonies to increase visibility in the community.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing budgetary needs, securing grants, and prioritizing expenditures for maximum impact on student achievement.
- Managed the faculty hiring process to recruit dedicated educators focused on student achievement.
Founder Principal
Neuraal International School
03.2005 - 06.2009
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
GCSE and A Level English Teacher
Sunnydale
08.2004 - 08.2006
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Developed engaging lessons aimed at improving student comprehension of literature and related concepts.
GCSE and A Level Language and Literature Teacher
Aga Khan School
02.2001 - 06.2004
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
English Teacher
Bangladesh International Tutorial
07.1990 - 05.1999
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Boosted student engagement through timely feedback and acknowledgment of personal successes.
- Inspired student enthusiasm for English language learning through innovative lesson plan development.
English Literature and Language Teacher
Scholastica
01.1998 - 08.1998
- Regularly evaluated student advancement via essays, exams, and informal assessments for tailored support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
04.2001 -
Skills
Academic administration
Instructional leadership
Multitasking
Education administration
Educational staff supervision
School administration
Accomplishments
- Integrated in online daily classroom instruction which allowed students greater access to information and reduced teaching staffs administrative functions by 70%.
- Managed school operations for 1500 students.
- Spearheaded improvement plan implementation which redefined performance goals and achieved remarkable results.
Certification
CEELT Cambridge certificate in English for language teachers.
Interests
Timeline
Principal - Royal Institute of Smart Education
08.2022 - Current
Wholes School Principal - Bangladesh School Muscat, Oman
03.2018 - 02.2021
Whole School Principal - Southeast Bank Green School
07.2014 - 06.2017
Whole School Principal - Bangladesh Airforce School and College
02.2010 - 02.2013
Founder Principal - Neuraal International School
03.2005 - 06.2009
GCSE and A Level English Teacher - Sunnydale
08.2004 - 08.2006
University of Dhaka Bangladesh - Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
04.2001 -
GCSE and A Level Language and Literature Teacher - Aga Khan School
02.2001 - 06.2004
English Literature and Language Teacher - Scholastica
01.1998 - 08.1998
English Teacher - Bangladesh International Tutorial
07.1990 - 05.1999