Yousef Zayed
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Diligent about efficiently carrying out work and supporting operational needs. Responsible and hardworking team player. Able to work independently or collaborate with a team and produce quality work on tight deadlines. Reliable and safety-conscious individual with long years of solid experience in different workplaces. Prepared to take on new challenges. Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including customers, vendors, and co-workers.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of the English Teachers
Kingdom Language Schools
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2013 - 08.2024
- Responsible for the day-to-day management, control and operation of course provision including effective deployment of staff and physical resources
- Ensured that all staff are up-to-date and meet the needs of their students
- Led and managed the planning function of the English teaching section
- Undertook Performance Management Reviews and to acted as reviewer for a group of staff
- Promoted teamwork and motivate staff to ensure effective working relations
- Produced reports within the quality assurance cycle and examination performance, including the use of value-added data.
English Language Instructor
Saudi Electricity Company Training Center
, Saudi Arabia
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Planned, prepared and delivered lectures to the institute students
- Taught general English and specialized courses such as business and technical English
- Taught remedial classes to low-performing students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis
- Prepared worksheets and teaching materials; setting tests, examination papers and exercises
- Participated in staff meetings, seminars and extracurricular activities
English and Resources Teacher
Jordan Ministry of Education
, Jordan
09.2000 - 08.2007
- Developed and implemented activities and lessons to improve vocabulary and sentence structure
- Created age and interest appropriate reading lists to expand students' vocabulary and comprehension skills
- Worked with English language learners in small groups to develop fluency
- Evaluated student progress, recorded scores and revised plans for re-teaching of subject matter where necessary to accomplish learning.
- Developed detailed lesson plans; and modified teaching techniques to meet instructional needs of students
Islamic Studies Teacher
Islamic Horizon School
Brooklyn, USA
09.1996 - 08.2000
- Worked as a translator, adapting English-language materials and lessons into Islamic content to ensure accurate and culturally relevant instruction.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum and instructional materials to enhance students' understanding of Islamic principles and values.
- Fostered a positive and supportive learning environment, promoting student engagement and personal development.
Education
Master of Teaching - English as a second language
MEU University
JordanBachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
AL-Isra University
JordanHigh School Diploma -
Cobleskill Central High School
Cobleskill, USATwo-Year Exploratory Studies -
State University of New York
New York, USASkills
- Customer relations
- High-energy attitude
- Data Management
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Office administration skills
Certification
- CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults), University of Cambridge, Saudi Arabia
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Franklin Covey, Saudi Arabia
- Service Excellence Fundamentals, Saudi Arabia
- Personal Development, Saudi Arabia
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Certificate, Saudi Arabia
- Customer Service Skills Certificate, Saudi Arabia
- Solving Problems Logically Certificate, Saudi Arabia
Hobbies And Sports
- Reading
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Kayaking
Appreciation Awards
- Outstanding Customer Service, Saudi Arabia
- Accurate and Quick Performance, 2022, Saudi Arabia
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Head of the English Teachers
Kingdom Language Schools
08.2013 - 08.2024
English Language Instructor
Saudi Electricity Company Training Center
08.2013 - 07.2014
English and Resources Teacher
Jordan Ministry of Education
09.2000 - 08.2007
Islamic Studies Teacher
Islamic Horizon School
09.1996 - 08.2000
Master of Teaching - English as a second language
MEU University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
AL-Isra University
High School Diploma -
Cobleskill Central High School
Two-Year Exploratory Studies -
State University of New York