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Saima Zuhrab

@saimazuhrab

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I am an experienced A-Level and IGCSE Chemistry educator and accreditation coordinator.

Saudi Arabia

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What I'm looking for

I seek leadership roles in chemistry education or academic quality assurance to develop curriculum, mentor staff and students, lead accreditation efforts, and apply research experience to improve learning outcomes in a collaborative institution.

I am an M.Phil organic chemist and experienced A-Level and IGCSE Chemistry instructor with a strong track record in curriculum development, departmental leadership, and accreditation. I have implemented concept-based learning, supervised practical labs, and helped students achieve top exam results including IGCSE toppers and perfect SAT II scores.

My research background includes an HEC-funded M.Phil project synthesizing and characterizing halogenated flavonoids using NMR, IR, mass spectrometry and DSC, and I have served as an Accreditation Coordinator and practical examiner to maintain program quality. I seek opportunities to combine classroom teaching, curriculum innovation, accreditation work, and research mentoring to improve student outcomes in collaborative environments.

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Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IGCSE & A-Level Chemistry Instructor

Current

Manarat International School

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Established concept-based learning and delivered interactive IGCSE and A-Level chemistry instruction using practical, real-life demonstrations and smartboard activities to motivate students and improve outcomes.

A Level Chemistry Lesson planning Concept Based Learning Smartboard Classroom Management

Accreditation Coordinator

University of Jeddah

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Prepared course and program specification reports, formulated program learning outcomes and evaluation plans, and maintained data and benchmarks for NCAAA accreditation compliance.

Program Evaluation NCAAA Standards Report Writing Data Analysis

Educational Leader & Consultant

Manarat International School

Jan 2014 - Jan 2017 (3 years)

Led development and implementation of the school's academic vision and strategic plan, oversaw curriculum, assessment and academic staff performance to enhance teaching and learning.

Academic Leadership Curriculum Development Strategic Planning

EduEx Team Leader

Maarif Education and Training

Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)

Volunteered as team leader for the EduEx project, supervising, modifying and evaluating STEAM student projects held at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University.

Team Leadership STEAM Project evaluation Mentoring

Head of Math and Science Departments

Manarat International School

Jan 2013 - Jan 2016 (3 years)

Coordinated departmental curriculum development and safe laboratory practices, assigned and supervised staff duties, and used assessment data (NWEA MAP, standardized tests) to address student needs.

Department Leadership Curriculum Development Lab Safety NWEA

Research Associate

Quaid-i-Azam University

Jan 2006 - Jan 2008 (2 years)

Worked as senior research associate on HEC projects synthesizing and characterizing halogenated and long-chain alkylated flavonoids, conducting NMR, IR, mass spectrometry and DSC analyses.

NMR Data Analysis Scientific Writing