Waled Awdi
Teacher
Beijing
Summary
A Canadian English TEFL/PGCE teacher with a Bachelor's degree in science with 6+ years of experience educating students in private and international schools. High energy, solid background in teaching, and managing operations, whether it be at school leading other teachers or at a company supervising employees. Looking to bring an abundance of experience to you.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeroom middle school teacher
Beijing Zhongde international school
08.2024 - Current
- Greeting and welcoming students at the gate
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instructions
- Created change in the school structure to better suit school vision and provide quality service to our students and parents
- Conducted weekly staff meetings to evaluate and talk about lesson planning, teaching methodology, materials needed, students and teachers progress
- Organized effective events to promote and encourage students' growth within an English environment
- Kept Parents informed by giving them a summary of what we did in class at the end of everyday
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
Homeroom IB Primary teacher
Huawai Tongman foreign language school
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Led a Grade 4 homeroom class within the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)
- Developed and implemented inquiry-based lesson plans aligned with IB PYP curriculum standards
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration
- Integrated technology and hands-on activities to enhance learning experiences and cater to diverse learning styles
- Provided formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to support student development and address individual learning needs
- Facilitated the development of transdisciplinary skills such as research, communication, and self management
- Created report cards by the end of every unit with personalized comments
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Science and Global Perspective Teacher
Huangguang Oxbridge School
04.2022 - 07.2023
- - Prepared lesson plans based on the Cambridge curriculum
- - Led weekly staff meetings to set objectives and goals
- - Enhanced teaching curriculum to promote engaging language learning experiences
- - Fostered a collaborative work environment for both foreign and Chinese staff
- - Developed and implemented over 100 lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations
- - Conducted exam analyses to identify student progress and areas for improvement
Homeroom Primary Teacher
Selwyn House
09.2018 - 07.2021
- (IB Curriculum)
- Evaluated and graded student work
- Prepared course materials and delivered lessons
- Maintained records of attendance and grades
- Organized events to support student growth
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and behavior, and reported any issues to the student's regular teacher
- Implemented behavior management strategies to reduce disruptive behaviors and promote positive student-teacher interactions
- Developed a comprehensive English language program to improve student literacy skills
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Ottawa
IPGCE -
University of Liecester
Skills
Adaptability
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: London, Ontario
Timeline
Homeroom middle school teacher
Beijing Zhongde international school
08.2024 - Current
Homeroom IB Primary teacher
Huawai Tongman foreign language school
08.2023 - 07.2024
Science and Global Perspective Teacher
Huangguang Oxbridge School
04.2022 - 07.2023
Homeroom Primary Teacher
Selwyn House
09.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science -
University of Ottawa
IPGCE -
University of Liecester
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