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Isa Rafiq Mohamed Abdul Khader

@isarafiqmohamedabdul

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Experienced lecturer specializing in language and communication skills.

Singapore

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to further develop educational programs and empower learners through effective communication.

I am a dedicated educator with over two decades of experience in teaching language and communication skills at Temasek Polytechnic. My journey began as a Language and Communications lecturer, where I developed and delivered courses on intensive reading, technical writing, public speaking, and job preparation skills. I have also supervised final year reports and led curriculum development initiatives, ensuring that our programs meet the evolving needs of students.

Throughout my career, I have taken on leadership roles, serving as the subject head for various courses and actively participating in syllabus creation and revision. My commitment to excellence in education has been recognized through multiple awards, including the Teamwork Award and a scholarship for my MSc in CALL. I am passionate about empowering students to communicate effectively and confidently in both academic and professional settings.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Lecturer

Temasek Polytechnic

May 1998 - Dec 2019 (21 years 7 months)

Served as a Language and Communications lecturer, teaching intensive reading, listening, technical writing, public speaking, and job skills. Oversaw syllabus creation and curriculum revamp for various language modules. Supervised final year reports and prepared students for interviews.

Curriculum Development Technical Writing Public Speaking Communication Skills

Admin & Transport Officer

Local Engineering Company

Jul 1993 - Jul 1994 (1 year)

Managed the operations of the motor transport pool, ensuring vehicle requisitions were met and repairs were conducted timely. Responsible for the smooth operation of transport logistics.

Logistics Operations Management Time Management Communication Skills Problem Solving Customer Service Team Coordination Reporting

Admin Executive

Family Spice Trade

Jul 1989 - Jul 1993 (4 years)

Handled administrative tasks including indenting goods and direct customer interactions in the family spice trade business.

Customer Service Inventory Management Communication Skills Negotiation Problem Solving Teamwork Time Management Sales Support

Various Positions

Housing and Development Board

Jul 1987 - Jul 1989 (2 years)

Worked in various roles including banquet waiter, store helper, and research assistant during undergraduate studies, gaining diverse experience in customer service and administrative support.

Customer Service Teamwork Event Coordination Administrative Support Communication Skills Time Management Problem Solving Multitasking

Storeman

Motor Vehicle Store

Apr 1987 - Jul 1987 (3 months)

Managed inventory and accounts for motor vehicle spare parts, ensuring timely procurement and record-keeping.

Inventory Management Record keeping Procurement Customer Service Communication Skills Time Management Problem Solving Team Coordination Logistics

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Temasek Polytechnic

Lecturer, Language and Communications

1998 - 2019

Activities and societies: Subject head for the first-year course from 2003-2007, involved in syllabus creation and curriculum revamp.

Worked as a Language and Communications lecturer, teaching intensive reading, listening, technical writing, public speaking, and job skills.

Regional Language Centre

Certificate in TESOL, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

1996 - 1996

Completed a Certificate in TESOL, which included creating and teaching a 25-hour Basic English communicative course for students from Japan.

National University of Singapore

Bachelor of Arts, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

1989 - 1992

Studied TESOL modules including the nature of language and its acquisition, language teaching principles and methodologies, and teaching language skills.