Jihan Iskandarani, Fellow Teacher

Jihan Iskandarani

Fellow Teacher

Teach for Lebanon

Location
Lebanon - Beirut
Education
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Arts in Education and Training with a specialization in teaching French and Art
Experience
6 years, 11 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :6 years, 11 Months

Fellow Teacher at Teach for Lebanon
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • My current job since January 2022

• Developed and implemented engaging science lessons for grades 1 to 4 students, using inquiry based learning approaches.
• Provided individualized instruction and support to students, including those with special needs.
• Led extracurricular activities, addressing Art Therapy, awareness sessions on GBV, blended learning, and social-emotional learning.
• Participated in ongoing professional development (Monthly PDs with TFL) to enhance educational outcomes for underprivileged students and promote equity.

Creative Camp Counselor at MINICAMP BEIRUT
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • January 2021 to January 2023

• Developed and executed engaging activities, integrating art, music, science experiments, sensory play and crafts, across various themes and seasons.
• Fostered teamwork and cultural awareness through collaborative projects.
• Ensured camper safety and maintained a positive, inclusive environment.
• Communicated effectively with campers and staff to enhance the camp experience.
• Inspired campers to explore creativity and celebrate achievements.

French Teacher at Amjad High School
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • January 2021 to January 2022

• Delivered engaging French language instruction to CM1 (grade 4) students, using diverse teaching strategies and resources.
• Implemented a comprehensive French curriculum aligned with national standards, emphasizing key skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

French Teacher at Lycee Emmanuel
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • January 2020 to January 2021

• Instructed French (FLS) to CP (grade 1) and CE1 (grade 2) students, and taught FLE to grades 2→4.
• Conducted successful online classes via Microsoft Teams, ensuring interactive and engaging learning experiences.

Art Teacher at MAKASSED - LYCÉE KHADIJA EL-KOBRA
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • January 2019 to January 2020

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive art education curriculum, emphasizing socio cultural and emotional development.
• Utilized diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, hands-on activities, and multimedia resources, to stimulate creativity, imagination, and promote autonomy in students.

Photographer at KidzMondo Beirut
  • Lebanon - Beirut
  • June 2017 to August 2019

• Captured high-quality photographs of children and families.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Promoted and sold KidzMondo products and services to customers, meeting and exceeding salestarget.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Arts in Education and Training with a specialization in teaching French and Art
  • at Lebanese University
  • July 2019

My Bachelor of Arts in Education and Training with a specialization in teaching French and Art from the Lebanese University was a tailored program that focused on equipping me with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in education, specifically in French language and art instruction. It covered education theory, teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and classroom management, alongside specialized training in French language teaching and art education. Through practical experiences and hands-on teaching opportunities, I gained the expertise to excel as a French language teacher, art educator, or pursue further studies in education.

Specialties & Skills

Education
Leading By Example
Teaching
Management
Teaching
BLENDED LEARNING
CREATIVITY
INQUIRY
CUSTOMER SERVICE
IMAGINATION
MULTIMEDIA
INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION
MICROSOFT TEAMS
TEAMWORK
TEACHING
Communication

Languages

Arabic
Native Speaker
French
Native Speaker
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Education Leadership Diploma (220-hour program) (Training)
Training Institute:
the Academy of Continuing Education at the Lebanese American University
Introduction to the Neurosequential Model in Education Training Series (Training)
Training Institute:
The Neurosequential Network (NME)
Integration of active methods in distance education (Training)
Training Institute:
Université Saint- Joseph, Centre de Formation Professionnelle

Hobbies

  • Pilates
  • Yoga
  • Drawing