Ghous Ahmed, High School English Teacher

Ghous Ahmed

High School English Teacher

Advanced Generation School

Location
Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
Education
Bachelor's degree, Humanities And Basic Sciences
Experience
13 years, 2 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :13 years, 2 Months

High School English Teacher at Advanced Generation School
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • August 2021 to February 2024

- Conducted in-depth analysis of Shakespearean literature by exploring themes, characters and literary devices for O and A level students.

- Prepared students for Advanced Placement English composition exams and by guiding them through complex texts and different writing styles.

- Employed differentiated instruction techniques, such as literature circles, close reading strategies, and multimedia presentations, to engage students of varying abilities and learning styles in the study of literature.

- Provided guidance to aspiring writers by mentoring them through the edition and publication process.

- Facilitated literary analysis, creative writing exercises, and collaborative projects in the classroom through the use of digital storytelling tools, online discussion forums, and interactive whiteboards.

- Communicated complex literary concepts and provided constructive feedback on student writing, fostering a supportive classroom environment where students felt comfortable expressing their ideas and opinions.

Senior English Teacher at Anjal Private School
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • October 2013 to August 2020

- Taught English in accordance with the American diploma core curriculum to a range of classes and age groups.

- Performed evaluation of students and constantly reviewed the on-going progress.

- Managed class using Blackboard, BB Collaborate PowerPoint, and Zoom.

- Delivered training workshops catered to teachers to counter their difficulties in the work environment.

- Developed new materials consisting of audio & visual resources and preparing course materials including syllabus, homework assignments, and handouts.

- Selected and obtained materials/supplies such as textbooks and revised teaching methodology according to teaching level.

- Prepared and set up mock tests, trained students for SAT and Saudi GAT.

- Evaluated and provided appropriate feedback on oral and written assignments.

- Devised, wrote, and produced new materials while adhering to institutions' policies and procedures.

- Organized a one-on-one interaction with students and comprehended student needs by strategizing learning plans and resources.

- Provided career counseling guidance to high school students regarding their admission to their preferred university and help them make an informed decision about their major(s).

- Participated in all the Advanced Ed conferences.

- Member of the school Advanced Ed accreditation Committee.

- In charge of the school committee of data analysis for continuous improvement.

Teacher's Assistant at St. Anthony High School
  • United States - New York
  • January 2010 to August 2013

- Assisted teachers with lesson preparations.

- Graded assignments and provided feedback.

- Helped students with questions and coursework.

- Managed classroom activities and materials.

- Supported students with special needs.

- Monitored student behavior and maintained discipline.

- Participated in parent-teacher conferences.

- Organized and maintained classroom resources.

- Collaborated with teachers on various projects.

- Contributed to a positive learning environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Humanities And Basic Sciences
  • at University Of Karachi
  • April 2017
Diploma, English
  • at International House of Budapest
  • March 2017

In addition to providing you with a variety of teaching strategies and hands-on experience, the CELTA course emphasizes the fundamentals of effective teaching. You will apply your knowledge by using communicative teaching with English language learners after receiving practical teaching experience and observing more seasoned educators.

Specialties & Skills

Team Leadership
Research Writing
Accent Reduction
Curriculum Development
Training Workshops
Blackboard
Microsoft Office
English for Specific Purposes
Communication
Teamwork
Business Writing
Technical Writing
Creative Writing
Microsoft Teams

Languages

Arabic
Intermediate
English
Native Speaker

Memberships

Advanced Ed
  • Accereditor
  • November 2013