Zahra Zamani
@zahrazamani
Curriculum expert with PhD, 10+ yrs experience in UAE schools. Passionate about content design.
United Arab EmiratesWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced educational leader with a PhD in Education, specializing in Leadership, Curriculum, and Policy. My expertise lies in culturally responsive leadership within schools in Dubai, where I have spent over 10 years dedicated to enhancing academic quality and curriculum development. I have a proven track record of aligning educational practices with KHDA standards, ensuring that both students and educators thrive in a supportive learning environment.
Throughout my career, I have held various leadership roles, including Vice Principal at Towheed International School, where I led school-wide quality development and managed both remote and onsite learning. My experience as Head of the Social Studies Department allowed me to direct curriculum updates and teacher development, ensuring that our educational offerings were both relevant and impactful. I am passionate about mentoring staff and facilitating professional development, which I believe is crucial for fostering an inclusive educational atmosphere.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vice Principal
Towheed International School
Led K–12 school-wide quality development, managed hybrid learning, and supervised curriculum and textbook selection based on KHDA standards.
Head of Social Studies Department
Towheed International School
Led the Social Studies department, directed curriculum updates, teacher development, and textbook evaluation for all school levels.
Social Studies Teacher
Towheed International School
Delivered Social Studies instruction, developed assessments, and tracked student academic progress across multiple grade levels.
IB Essay Writing Coordinator
Towheed International School
Coordinated extended essay supervisors and taught IB research writing standards to senior students.
Manager
Inspire Institute of Professional Development Training
Planned and supervised professional development programs, mentored instructors, and managed operations and marketing.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
BDBritish University in Dubai
PhD, Education
PhD in Education with a focus on Leadership, Curriculum & Policy, specializing in culturally responsive leadership within schools in Dubai.
PUPutra University
MA, Corporate Communication
Master's degree focused on Corporate Communication, enhancing skills in communication strategies and organizational management.
SUShiraz University
BA, Social Studies
Bachelor's degree in Social Studies, providing a foundation in social sciences and educational methodologies.
MUMiddle East Technical University
International Relations
Completed an academic exchange program in International Relations as part of the Erasmus Mundus initiative.
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