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Walaa Marouf

School Head For Students With Special Needs
Cairo

Summary

Highly organized and dependable candidate with a proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Demonstrated success in meeting team goals by willingly taking on additional responsibilities. Committed to delivering exceptional results and contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications

Work History

School Head

House of Happiness School for adults with special needs
9 2021 - Current
  • Streamlined administrative processes for efficiency, reducing paperwork, and improving staff productivity.
  • Championed diversity efforts within the school community, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that embraced all backgrounds and perspectives.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods that encouraged critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration among students.
  • Cultivated a culture of academic excellence, setting high expectations for both staff and students.
  • Assistance in developing, administering, and monitoring program budgets and approving expenditures within approved budgets.
    Day-to-day supervision of certificated and classified staff, conducting staff evaluations, and initiating and writing contracts for work performed by consultants and outsourced specialists.
    Enhancing plans, program objectives, and making major decisions in program operation.

• Direct and monitor school support activities to ensure facilities maintenance, clerical assistance, appropriate
record keeping and adherence to department procedures;
• Direct and assist staff through conferences, meetings, memos, in-service workshops, classroom
demonstrations and site visits;
• Confer and assist in resolving a variety of education-related issues and problems with students, teachers, case
workers, parents, school officials and other agency personnel;
• Establish, implement and maintain effective systems for school records and office support services;
• Prepare and present a variety of reports, records and statistical data regarding activities, attendance, physical
maintenance, instructional needs and services;
• Assist in developing, maintaining, monitoring and administering program budget(s); monitor and approve
expenditures; respond to requests from staff for budget expenditures;
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of program evaluation systems;
• Plan, develop and implement staff development and in-service training programs;
• Work closely with parents, keeping them appraised of educational activities and soliciting their input for
program change and improvement;

Educational Instructor/ Trainer

Psychological Counselling Center at Ain Shams University
02.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and tools.
  • Implemented innovative classroom management techniques, ensuring a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Improved overall class performance by providing individualized support to struggling students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing important concepts across multiple subjects.
  • Established high expectations for behavior and academic performance, motivating students to reach their full potential.

Psychomotor Specialist

City Center "Caretas Masr"
01.2008 - 10.2008
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.

DSDC Special Education Supervisor

Dover American International School
05.2015 - 08.2021
  • Managed caseloads of students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while maintaining quality instruction.
  • Facilitated IEP meetings by using a family-centered, strength-based approach.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in committees, events, and community outreach initiatives.
  • Identify and adopt the most effective teaching approaches for SEN (Special Education Needs) pupils.
  • Monitor teaching and learning activities to meet the needs of SEN pupils.
  • Liaise with other schools/centers to ensure continuity of support and learning when transferring SEN pupils.
  • Promote inclusion best practice and contribute to the aims and ethos of the school through close communication with the senior leadership team, and when possible, attendance at school events.
  • Ensure students are learning at an appropriate pace within the established or modified curriculum.
  • Ensure that pupils have access to differentiated work options in mainstream classrooms.
  • Teach and implement strategies to staff members to support differentiation within the classrooms.

Training Management Manager

Wayana International Foundation for awareness and integration of people with disabilities in the community
04.2018 - 07.2018
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

English teacher

Madinty Language School
09.2014 - 02.2015
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.

Team Leader and Resource Room Teacher

Assisted Learning and Developmental Resources Unit
09.2011 - 06.2014
  • Standardized evaluation criteria across all courses allowing for consistent measurement of participant feedback for ongoing improvement efforts.
  • Designed interactive workshops that fostered collaboration and active participation among team members for better knowledge retention.
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.

Remedial Teacher

Gheriany International School (GIAmerican Division
10.2010 - 09.2011
  • Mentored colleagues on effective remedial teaching techniques, contributing to improved school-wide performance in supporting struggling learners.
  • Championed inclusion initiatives within the classroom by incorporating differentiated instruction and accommodating diverse learning needs.
  • Developed individualized learning plans for each student to address specific areas of need and foster improvement.
  • Integrated real-world examples into lessons to help students make connections between academic content and their everyday lives.
  • Boosted standardized test scores for remedial students through focused preparation sessions and tailored test-taking strategies.

SENCO

Integrated Thebes American CollagAmerican Division
09.2009 - 10.2010
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Education

Master Degree in Special Education -

Ain Shams University

PED in Inclusion for Diverse Learners - undefined

AUC

Special Diploma in Special Education - undefined

Ain Shams University
09.2010 - undefined

Professional Applied Diploma (Special Education) - undefined

Ain Shams University

Faculty of Education, English & Special Education Department - undefined

Ain Shams University

Skills

Educational leadership

Practicaltrainingexperience

  • Ahlam El-Ghad, Ebny, Ahbaby, and Baity associations, Special Ed Teacher, 2009 & 2010
  • El-Aml School for Hearing Impairment, Special Ed Teacher, 2007
  • Mental Education School in El-Dokki, Special Ed Teacher, 2008
  • Dr. Khalil Fadel’s psychiatric clinic, Psychologist, and psycho drama participant, July 2011

Certification

Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (Fifth Edition), Ain Shams University, 11/2020

Conferencesandtvshowsparticipation

  • First Disability Conference, AUC, 2017
  • The Recent Approaches in the care and rehabilitation of people with special needs, Dr. Hanan’s association, 2014
  • Global Conference, AdvancED, 2012
  • Inclusive Education – Ways and Means, The ADVANCE Society, 2012
  • Global Conference, AdvancED, 2011
  • Promoting Diversity in Education, The ADVANCE Society, 2011
  • Learning Difficulties and Inclusion, The ADVANCE Society, 2010
  • Road Map to Positive Behavior, The ADVANCE Society, 2009

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Cairo
  • Citizenship: Egyptian
  • Date of Birth: 07/14/1987
  • Gender: Female
  • Marital Status: Married

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Interests

Eager to learn new skills and knowledge

Success

Timeline

Educational Instructor/ Trainer

Psychological Counselling Center at Ain Shams University
02.2019 - Current

Training Management Manager

Wayana International Foundation for awareness and integration of people with disabilities in the community
04.2018 - 07.2018

DSDC Special Education Supervisor

Dover American International School
05.2015 - 08.2021

English teacher

Madinty Language School
09.2014 - 02.2015

Team Leader and Resource Room Teacher

Assisted Learning and Developmental Resources Unit
09.2011 - 06.2014

Remedial Teacher

Gheriany International School (GIAmerican Division
10.2010 - 09.2011

Special Diploma in Special Education - undefined

Ain Shams University
09.2010 - undefined

SENCO

Integrated Thebes American CollagAmerican Division
09.2009 - 10.2010

Psychomotor Specialist

City Center "Caretas Masr"
01.2008 - 10.2008

School Head

House of Happiness School for adults with special needs
9 2021 - Current

Master Degree in Special Education -

Ain Shams University

PED in Inclusion for Diverse Learners - undefined

AUC

Professional Applied Diploma (Special Education) - undefined

Ain Shams University

Faculty of Education, English & Special Education Department - undefined

Ain Shams University
Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (Fifth Edition), Ain Shams University, 11/2020
PCT-AUC, 2014
Mini MBA, 2013
Montessori course, Ebny Association, 2011
English Courses - Conversation, Advanced level, Not courses Academy, 2014
English Courses - General Course, Advanced Level, AUC, 2008
English Courses - General Course, International Language Institute, Heliopolis, 2005
ICDL-AUC, 2009
Articulation & Speech Disorders Course, Ain Shams University, 09/2008
Walaa MaroufSchool Head For Students With Special Needs