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Dalia Mohamed Ahmed Hamdy

School Principal
Cairo

Summary

A challenging opportunity in a well-established School, where I can draw upon and further enhance my experience, creativity, interpersonal skills and educational background.

Experienced with managing school operations and leading educational programs. Utilizes strategic planning to drive academic success and create supportive learning environment. Track record of fostering community engagement and professional development for staff.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

American School Principal

Falcon International School
09.2023 - Current
  • Lead a team of 100 faculty and staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing school environment.
  • Accreditation files completion and committees leadership.

(Cognia)

  • Improved student achievement through data-driven instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented school-wide initiatives in STEAM, Literacy, Community Services, and Business.
  • Strengthened parent and community partnerships through regular meetings and outreach programs.
  • Oversaw teacher evaluations, professional development, and mentorship programs.
  • Supervising and evaluating all academic and non-academic staff.
  • Assigning teachers to special duties.
  • Organizing the promotional and marketing events.
  • Follow up on the attendance and discipline.
  • Supervise pupil’s activities which may occur in the weekly clubs.
  • Arrange and conduct MAP test and quarter Assessments.
  • Complete reports for Assessment tests.
  • Analyze the data and review the action plans.
  • Meet with the parents (PTA) regularly to discuss the suggestions and concerns.
  • Assist the pupils in interpreting their role to serve their community (Student Council).
  • Attend monthly Board of Education meeting when requested.
  • Choosing new textbooks.
  • Maintain an effective, positive working relationship with staff.
  • Prepare and submit all reports, as requested by the Chairman.
  • Assist the teachers in writing Professional Growth Plans.
  • Prepare and complete paperwork.
  • Collect all the evidence needed for accreditation (Cognia).
  • Set weekly meeting with the heads of departments to track their performance.
  • Coordinated successful school events such as fundraisers, open houses, concerts, athletic competitions, award ceremonies to increase visibility in the community.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community by creating initiatives aimed at celebrating cultural differences and fostering understanding among students, staff, and families.
  • Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Optimized resource allocation by analyzing budgetary needs, securing grants, and prioritizing expenditures for maximum impact on student achievement.
  • Oversaw faculty hiring process ensuring highly qualified educators committed to student success were recruited and retained at the school level.
  • Expanded extracurricular offerings to promote well-rounded student development both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, and higher education institutions for mentorship opportunities and college readiness programs.
  • Led school accreditation process ensuring compliance with national standards ultimately achieving full accreditation status.
  • Streamlined enrollment procedures to attract more students while maintaining high-quality educational offerings for current attendees.
  • Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
  • Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
  • Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.
  • Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
  • Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
  • Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Introduced new technology tools for enhancing classroom instruction, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving communication between stakeholders.
  • Developed data-driven initiatives to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted interventions for students in need.
  • Implemented a comprehensive evaluation system for teachers, providing constructive feedback for growth and improvement.
  • Increased parent engagement through regular communication, workshops, and events focused on student success.
  • Improved school performance by implementing innovative leadership strategies and fostering a positive learning environment.

National School Deputy

Falcon LanguageSchool
09.2020 - 08.2023

Key Responsibilities 1. Academic Leadership & Curriculum Development 2. Teacher Support & Professional Development 3. Student Success & Engagement 4. Operational & Administrative Duties 5. Community & Stakeholder Relations

The Deputy Principal supports the Principal in the overall administration, academic leadership, and operational management of the language school. This role focuses on enhancing teaching quality, student success, and language program development while fostering a positive learning environment for students and staff.

  • Assist in designing, implementing, and evaluating language programs (e.g., ESL, bilingual, or immersion curricula).
  • Ensure teaching methodologies align with language acquisition best practices (e.g., CEFR, TESOL standards).
  • Oversee assessment strategies, including proficiency testing (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge exams).
  • Support teachers in adopting innovative language-teaching technologies (e.g., digital platforms, immersive tools).
  • Mentor and coach language teachers to improve instructional quality.
  • Organize workshops on language pedagogy, multicultural classrooms, and differentiated instruction.
  • Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback.
  • Monitor student progress in language proficiency and academic performance.
  • Develop extracurricular language activities (debate clubs, cultural exchanges, language labs).
  • Address student behavioral or academic concerns in collaboration with teachers/parents.
  • Manage daily school operations in the Principal’s absence.
  • Coordinate with department heads on scheduling, resource allocation, and staffing.
  • Assist in admissions, placement testing, and student orientation.
  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards (e.g., Cognia, local education authorities).
  • Strengthen partnerships with parents, local communities, and language institutions.
  • Represent the school at events, open days, and educational conferences.
  • Assisted in budget planning and management, allocating resources strategically for optimal department performance.
  • Mentored new recruits during their probationary period, offering guidance on policy adherence, tactical skills, and professionalism within the force.

Homeroom Teacher

Dover American School
09.2016 - 09.2020
  • Teaches 4 subjects (English, Math, Social Studies, and Science).
  • Monitor the academic and behavior records of the students.
  • Preparing, marking and providing feedback to facilitate positive student development.
  • Execute the weekly morning broadcast with the students.
  • Attending workshops inside the school. (Introducing technology in classrooms, integrating drama, data analysis, art and common core, Teaching techniques and strategies...) By Laurier University in Canada representatives.

Part-time Worker

AUC
09.2005 - 08.2010
  • Working as part time in the AUC while working on the Masters degree.

Teacher Assistant

Misr International University
06.2002 - 02.2004
  • Assist in teaching a number of undergraduate courses especially in the broadcast practical courses (Production I & II and the cameratechniques).
  • Set the graduation projects plan. Sit with newcomers for the orientation. Writethe evaluation every month on the progress of courses.
  • Co-ordinate between the department and the part timers. Assist in the academic advisor for class2002.

Office Manager Assistant

Ferring Multinational pharmaceutical company
02.2002 - 05.2002
  • Work as an office manager assistant at Ferring Multinational pharmaceutical company. I was mainly arranging the presentations, meet the guests and set their reservations.
  • Receive and send faxes with other branches.
  • Write reports on the meetings done.

Education

Course work Masters - Communication

American University in Cairo
Cairo
02-2010

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcasting, Journalism

Misr International University

Egyptian High School Diploma - Art section

Armenian Catholic Sisters’ school

Skills

Microsoft Office, SPSS, Outlook, PowerPoint and the Internet

References

References Furnished Upon Request

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Teacher in the illiteracy program for adults 2006/2007

Background Summary

  • Production Management
  • Handled the responsibility of producing several on-campus stories.
  • Exposed to the working of selecting producers and cameramen.
  • Worked as part of the production team for several reports for MIU studio.
  • Assisted in the production of several live television shows with satellite channel.
  • Communication Skills
  • Coordinated between different working groups on a number of final projects.
  • Interacted in a professional manner on daily basis with the university dean.
  • Worked as part of a team on a variety of television production.
  • Effectively participated in different committees for different events.
  • Leadership and Organization
  • Lead and motivated different number of groups (6-12) students during graduation projects at MIU.
  • Organized an effective schedule to ensure timely execution of all production-related work.
  • Headed a group of 3 teacher assistants during their training period at MIU.
  • Set the graduation project plans.
  • Execute monthly and weekly reports for MIU.

Timeline

American School Principal

Falcon International School
09.2023 - Current

National School Deputy

Falcon LanguageSchool
09.2020 - 08.2023

Homeroom Teacher

Dover American School
09.2016 - 09.2020

Part-time Worker

AUC
09.2005 - 08.2010

Teacher Assistant

Misr International University
06.2002 - 02.2004

Office Manager Assistant

Ferring Multinational pharmaceutical company
02.2002 - 05.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcasting, Journalism

Misr International University

Egyptian High School Diploma - Art section

Armenian Catholic Sisters’ school

Course work Masters - Communication

American University in Cairo
Dalia Mohamed Ahmed HamdySchool Principal