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Imrana Rafat

Imrana Rafat

English Teacher
Rabat,RAB

Summary

Professional Summary

Experienced and highly qualified English Language Educator and ELT Teacher Trainer with over 25 years of experience in English language teaching, teacher development, and professional training. CELTA-qualified, with a Diploma in TESOL, a Diploma in Teaching IELTS, and a Certificate in Mentoring Teachers from the British Council. Brings extensive experience in teaching diverse learner groups, mentoring educators, designing and delivering engaging training sessions, and facilitating professional development workshops. Previously taught at the British Council in Rabat and has presented at international ELT conferences and academic colloquiums, as well as delivered workshops at universities in Saudi Arabia. Currently undertaking freelance IELTS training alongside broader English language education initiatives. Combines strong academic foundations, international professional exposure, and a practical, learner-centred approach to teaching and teacher development.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
12
12

School Education

Work History

English teacher (full-time)

British Council
Rabat, Morocco
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Delivered English language instruction aligned with curriculum standards and student proficiency levels
  • Planned engaging lessons covering grammar, writing, reading comprehension, and speaking skills
  • Adapted teaching methods to support diverse learning needs and improve classroom participation
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance
  • Collaborated with colleagues to refine instructional materials and classroom practices
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

English Language Instructor

English Language Institute, University of Jeddah
Jeddah, KSA
09.2018 - 04.2024

• Develop teaching materials to supplement the standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
• Establish positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
• Build relationships with students to stimulate learning and understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
• Monitor comprehension of material among students and create re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes.
• Identify students struggling with the material and arrange to meet one-on-one during study hall or other periods to provide additional instruction in an one-on-one environment.
• Present Professional Development Workshops in English language teaching fundamentals, enabling achievement of personal and professional goals of peers.

English Language Instructor

English Language Institute, King Abdul-Aziz University
Jeddah, KSA
09.2010 - 09.2018

• Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and speaking skills.
• Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
• Headed several student activities and the Drama club, dedicating over 6 hours per week outside regular teaching hours.
• Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
• Monitored comprehension of material among students and created re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes.
• Authored tests and quizzes to evaluate student learning and comprehension.
• Identified students struggling with material and made arrangements to meet one-on-one during study hall or other time periods to provide additional instruction in one-on-one environment.

  • Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
  • Provided support to training department by presenting professional development workshops.

English Teacher

Bangladesh International School, English Section
Jeddah, KSA
01.2009 - 07.2010

• Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
• Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
• Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.

English Program Coordinator

Al Faisal International School
Jeddah, KSA
09.2004 - 12.2008

• Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
• Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
• Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
• Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
• Coordinated the English Department for the school.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
• Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
• Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
• Conducted department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
• Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
• Conducted in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.

English Teacher

Al Waha International School
Jeddah, KSA
03.2004 - 07.2004
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Conducted book reviews and wrote articles for literary magazines.

English Teacher

Eritrean International School
Jeddah, KSA
09.2001 - 03.2004
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.

Primary Class Teacher

Residential Public School
Patna, India
04.1999 - 07.2000

• Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes, and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
• Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
• Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
• Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
• Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.

English Teacher

Assembly of Angels’ School
Barrackpore, India
03.1997 - 03.1999

• Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
• Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.

Education

B. Ed - Teaching English and Science

Indira Gandhi National Open University
Delhi, India
07.2008 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Arts - English Honors

Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, India
07.1988 - 08.1991

TESOL Diploma - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

Coventry House International
Toronto, Canada
10.2020 - 01.2021

Cambridge CELTA - English Language Teaching To Adults

University of Cambridge
British Council, Jeddah
11.2012 - 02.2013

Specialist Certificate in Teaching IELTS - Teaching IELTS

Coventry House International
Toronto, Canada
01.2021 - 03.2021

Diploma in Teaching IELTS - Teaching IELTS

Frisby College
Great Yarmouth, UK
11.2019 - 01.2020

Certificate in Mentoring Teachers - Teacher Training

British Council
Jeddah
01.2014 - 02.2014

Teaching Knowledge Test - English Educational Strategies

University of Cambridge
British Council, Jeddah
04.2009 - 06.2009

Certificate in Lesson planning and Classroom Management, Teaching Grammar; Writing; Speaking; Vocabulary and - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

Cambridge University Press
ELI, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, K.S.A
11.2015 - 05.2016

Skills

English Proficiency C2 Academic IELTS 85

Adult Education

Middle school education

Classroom management

Group and individual instruction

One-on-one tutoring

IELTS preparation master

Grammar expert

Lesson Planning

Problem-solving skills

Accomplishments

  • Supervised a team of 7 staff members as the English Coordinator (Al Faisal International School, Jeddah, KSA).
  • Supervised a team of 5 staff members as Drama Head and conducted enthralling dramas.
  • Achieved accreditation from CEA, USA, for the English Language Institute at King Abdulaziz University by collaborating with team members and completing standards accurately and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with a team of 4 in maintaining the performance of the Quality Assurance and Academic Accreditation Committee at the English Language Institute of the University of Jeddah.
  • Achieved excellent professional development presentation proficiency by effectively presenting national and international workshops.
  • Achieved editorial board membership by completing tasks related to editing and proofreading with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with a team of 8 in developing the Online Course Project.

Affiliations

Member TESL Canada

Secretary KSAALT TESOL Conference, Jeddah Chapter

Timeline

English teacher (full-time)

British Council
04.2024 - 03.2025

Specialist Certificate in Teaching IELTS - Teaching IELTS

Coventry House International
01.2021 - 03.2021

TESOL Diploma - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

Coventry House International
10.2020 - 01.2021

Diploma in Teaching IELTS - Teaching IELTS

Frisby College
11.2019 - 01.2020

English Language Instructor

English Language Institute, University of Jeddah
09.2018 - 04.2024

Certificate in Lesson planning and Classroom Management, Teaching Grammar; Writing; Speaking; Vocabulary and - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

Cambridge University Press
11.2015 - 05.2016

Certificate in Mentoring Teachers - Teacher Training

British Council
01.2014 - 02.2014

Cambridge CELTA - English Language Teaching To Adults

University of Cambridge
11.2012 - 02.2013

English Language Instructor

English Language Institute, King Abdul-Aziz University
09.2010 - 09.2018

Teaching Knowledge Test - English Educational Strategies

University of Cambridge
04.2009 - 06.2009

English Teacher

Bangladesh International School, English Section
01.2009 - 07.2010

B. Ed - Teaching English and Science

Indira Gandhi National Open University
07.2008 - 06.2010

English Program Coordinator

Al Faisal International School
09.2004 - 12.2008

English Teacher

Al Waha International School
03.2004 - 07.2004

English Teacher

Eritrean International School
09.2001 - 03.2004

Primary Class Teacher

Residential Public School
04.1999 - 07.2000

English Teacher

Assembly of Angels’ School
03.1997 - 03.1999

Bachelor of Arts - English Honors

Aligarh Muslim University
07.1988 - 08.1991
Imrana RafatEnglish Teacher