OSAMA ALMATHANI, English Lecturer

OSAMA ALMATHANI

English Lecturer

shaqra university

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Diploma, Advanced Diploma in Business Management
Experience
18 years, 7 Months

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Total years of experience :18 years, 7 Months

English Lecturer at shaqra university
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • My current job since September 2011

 Deliver English language lessons to students effectively in an active learning environment, developing and utilizing the varied learning resources available to provide effective, innovative and appropriate instruction.
 Prepare course materials such as class materials, homework assignments, and handouts.
 Communicate course and program-related information to students in a clear and timely manner.
 Contribute to the planning, evaluation, and revision of curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
 Communicate information on progress and performance to students and other appropriate persons. Participate in department and system assessment moderation processes as required.
 Participate as required, in the administering and marking of all department and system wide English assessments.
 Be available to travel to any location for designated meetings, workshops, system-wide assessment and marking sessions and conferences as part of the duties.
 Participate in an annual Performance Enhancement Program in co-operation with the Professional Development team.
 Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, discussing with colleagues, and participating in department & university professional development as well as professional conferences.
 Identify emotional, intellectual, physical, etc. issues which may be hindering the student from learning to his/her best potential, and research and recommend courses of action.
 Organize, accompany and supervise students on field trips where required

ESL Instructor at Melbourne Institution for Technology
  • Australia
  • October 2009 to June 2011

 Teach the assigned course in accordance with the course outlines (Practical English Syllabus) in order to meet the objectives of the institution.
 Create a trusting atmosphere through sensitivity and analyze the strengths, weakness and qualities of the students.
 Experience individual and group counseling for preventing the improper behaviors among young group.
 Encourage the students to communicate with each other using the structures and vocabulary they have learnt, and to improve the four basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
 Improve students conversational English, improve their standard of English in preparation for school exams; to improve their English to gain entry to an English speaking university; or in order to be able to use English in their job
 Use a wide range of course books, other materials and a variety of audio-visual aids.
 Emphasis on dialogue and role-playing, but more formal exercises, language games and literature will also be used.
 Make sure that everyone is able to speak English properly after the course gets over.

English Teacher at Australian college for Training
  • Australia
  • March 2008 to October 2009

 Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and/or graduate students on topics such as poetry, novel structure and translation and adaptation.
 Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

 Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
 Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

 Ensure the principles ethical practice and other legislative requirements including commitment to the principles of cultural diversity in education and employment are applied to all staff and students.

 Perform the teacher role in the most effective manner.

 Provide assistance in the development of curriculum, teaching methods and resources.

 Perform those administrative duties associated with their teaching.

 Ensure the principles of equal opportunity in education and employment are applied to all staff and students, including the prevention of overt and covert discriminatory practices.

 Be involved in and assist as required within the corporate life of the Campus and Institute.

 Advise and assist students to develop their educational programs and make them aware of the facilities the Institute provides.

 Provide advice and assistance to students, employers and members of the community

English Language Teacher at Al-Mansheieh Primary School
  • Jordan
  • August 2002 to March 2005

- Teaching English Language for the primary stages.
- Provide a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
- Continuously monitor student learning and make appropriate modifications of goals and strategies to meet students' needs.
- Interact cooperatively with other staff members in the development of cohesive curriculum materials and the establishment of instructional goals.
- Engage with students in meaningful activities beyond the classroom which extend learning experiences for students (coaching, organizing field trips, sponsorship of clubs, events, or community service projects, etc.)
- Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation.

Recreations Officer at Al-Manshieh Primary School
  • Jordan
  • August 2002 to March 2005

- Coordinating and organising school’s entertainment activities.
- Manage and supervise sports contests inside and outside the school.
- Communicate with the local community to orient the importance of school activities.
- Evaluate school activities in order to develop them with the requirements of the students and their skills.

Education

Diploma, Advanced Diploma in Business Management
  • at Australian Pacific College
  • December 2008
Diploma, Certificate IV in training and assessment
  • at MW Training Consultants, Redcliffe QLD
  • October 2007
Master's degree, APPLIED LINGUISTICS
  • at UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY
  • December 2006
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of English Language & Literature
  • at Irbid National University
  • August 2002

Specialties & Skills

Teaching English
Teaching
MICROSOFT WORD, EXCEL,

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Training Workshop on “Programs and Courses Reports (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2011
Valid Until:
October 2011
Training Workshop on “Establishing of Quality Assurance Systems in Higher Education” (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2011
Valid Until:
October 2011
Certificate IV in TESOL (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2009
Valid Until:
October 2009