Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Custom
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
Teacher
Rafah Ahbara

Rafah Ahbara

Summary

Effective communicator proficient in developing and delivering lesson plans that emphasize Common Core standards, and positive results. Adept in using differentiated curriculum to address the various learning styles and needs for students. Bringing forth excellent classroom management techniques conductive to creating an environment best suited for learning and growing. Cooperative faculty member who productively collaborates with all levels of staff as well as with the families of students. Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Language tutor

Karimia Institute (Bobbers Mill Community Centre)
Nottingham
09.2018 - 10.2023
  • Demonstrate how to creatively assemble the fundamental blocks of a language into understandable sentences to illustrate linguistic patterns
  • Developed my patience as a leader and the ability to take on responsibility as an authority, which would make me an asset to a professional working environment
  • Working as a teacher has boosted my confidence as I contributed in parent’s evenings which conveys that I am capable of working in a diverse school settings
  • Cultivated multi-tasking skills as I had the flexibility to balance multiple tasks within limited lesson time
  • Being a teacher has boosted my work ethic
  • Moreover, I can uphold the values and goals of the job role I am performing
  • This involves the ability to pay close attention to detail
  • My role as a teacher, provided me with the knowledge about Health and Safety Policies as well as ensuring that I obtained a clear enhanced DBS.
  • Set clear targets and delivered feedback to achieve student goals.
  • Tracked student progress through regular assessments, promptly addressing knowledge and skills gaps.
  • Customised tutoring to suit individual competencies, enabling paced academic progression.
  • Used illustrative activities to help students explore concepts.
  • Managed pupil behaviour and set firm boundaries to maximise learning potential.

LKS2 Teacher

Fig Tree Primary School
04.2022 - Current
  • Planned and delivered well-structured lessons
  • Worked alongside qualified teachers, receiving constructive feedback and improving teaching practice
  • Actively involved in extra-curricular activities including after-school clubs and school play rehearsals.
  • Developed and reviewed intervention plans for SEN students in collaboration with parents
  • Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Designed innovative teaching techniques that earned positive feedback by school management.
  • Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
  • Provided in-depth feedback and constructive criticism on students' work.
  • Promoted perseverance and determination as key components of student success.
  • Escalated safeguarding concerns promptly to maintain child safety.
  • Complied with all safeguarding, risk management, risk assessment and lone working policies and procedures.
  • Ensured thorough child safeguarding through The Safeguarding Company for optimised pupil care.
  • Planned and created range of teaching resources to meet various learning abilities.
  • Devised individualised learning plans and targets for students based on observation and progress.
  • Held parent-teacher meetings to discuss progress and make plans for enhancing student grades.
  • Cooperated with support staff to create holistic intervention plans.
  • Promoted academic success and enhanced learning experiences for students of varying capabilities increasing students' performance in core subjects.

Education

BA (Hons) Education Studies (Primary) -

The Open University

4 A levels- AABB: English Literature, Criminology, Arabic and Sociology - undefined

Nottingham Girl’s Academy

9 GCSEs achieved including Maths and English at grades 5 and above. - undefined

Nottingham Girl’s Academy

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Testing and grading
  • Effective time management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Child protection and safeguarding
  • Classroom management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Creative arts
  • Differentiated teaching

Custom

I have a passion for performing arts and took part in annual school shows for 4 years. My time management skills developed through attending consistent rehearsal schedules and regulated my ability to perform under pressure.

Affiliations

  • Performing Arts - directed school plays and coordinated musical performances

Certification

Paediatric First Aid Training April 28, 2024

Dealing with a Disclosure May 3, 2023

Child Neglect (Archived) April 17, 2023

Fire Safety in Education April 17, 2023

Female Genital Mutilation Awareness April 17, 2023

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 Part 1 Questionnaire (Archived) April 17,

2023

First Aid Essentials April 17, 2023

ADHD Awareness April 17, 2023

Health & Safety in Education: Staff Awareness (Archived) January 22, 2023 The Prevent Duty (Archived)

Languages

English
Native
Arabic
Native
Turkish
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LKS2 Teacher

Fig Tree Primary School
04.2022 - Current

Language tutor

Karimia Institute (Bobbers Mill Community Centre)
09.2018 - 10.2023

BA (Hons) Education Studies (Primary) -

The Open University

4 A levels- AABB: English Literature, Criminology, Arabic and Sociology - undefined

Nottingham Girl’s Academy

9 GCSEs achieved including Maths and English at grades 5 and above. - undefined

Nottingham Girl’s Academy
Rafah Ahbara