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‘The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.’ – William Arthur Ward

After six years of working in the IT industry, I opted for a career change and decided to become an ICT teacher. It wasn’t long before I landed on more senior management roles including Key Stage 3 Coordinator and acting as Deputy Head.

Although I have enjoyed teaching ICT, I believe I have a lot more to offer outside the classroom. Having said that, education in ICT remains my passion and I believe it is the way forward for schools as it can complement teaching and learning in all subjects.

I have obtained a Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management and have ambitions to continue to complete a Masters in Education. I hope to bring out the best in the schools where I work.

Director for the Muslim Association of Teachers & Lecturers (MATL).

Education Consultant for Islam Radio Digital; a DAB radio station. 

Producer/Presenter for the show 'Education Matters' at Islam Radio Digital; a DAB radio station. 

Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP) Representative at Bradford College steering committee for the GTP programme.

Volunteer for the local youth centre.

E-Learning

I have completed a Post-Graduate research project on E-Learning and have a keen interest in this field. I have introduced and used social networks such as Ning as an E-Learning tool for many of my students across the different key stages. I have also set up blogs for both my ICT and Business Studies pupils to encourage collaborative learning. I have also been involved in establishing Moodle as a VLE for the secondary school to help cater for the growing demands of whole school E-learning in the climate of possible closures due to the H1N1 virus. I have a thorough understanding of the use of VLEs and E-Learning tools and am confidently able to introduce them to any working environment, applying their use effectively.

Leadership

I have the ability to lead colleagues and students whilst maintaining a healthy and professional relationship with them. In my role as Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator and member of the Senior Management Team, I have been responsible for 20 members of staff and over a 100 students. I have managed the form tutors and heads of department, ensuring that policies are implemented effectively whilst dealing with pastoral issues within KS3. I have also taken an active role in introducing new policies and giving direction to the school’s procedures in implementing them. I have also acted as Deputy Head in the absence of the Head of Secondary. 

Communication

I have the ability to communicate and interact well with colleagues and students. Having developed very good questioning skills, I am able to direct students to arrive at the desired conclusions and responses. I have also communicated with parents and carers of the pupils on many occasions and approach them with sensitivity and concern. In my capacity as Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator, I have conducted regular meetings with staff discussing both day-to-day as well as long term concerns. I have been involved in following up matters to ensure that the desired outcomes have been achieved.

Organisation

I have organised and managed lessons and have been involved in planning for short and long-term teaching. Where appropriate, I have gathered relevant resources to enhance the pupils’ learning and create more interest. As Head of Department, I have written and implemented staff and departmental development plans. As Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator and acting deputy head, I have organised meetings, assemblies and INSET.

Hardware

I have had extensive experience in using and supporting the following hardware technologies: Compaq, Dell, Toshiba, HP, Sharp, Configuration of Multimedia machines, Printers, Scanners, and Photocopiers. I have worked as ICT Co-ordinator where I have managed the Network within the school and dealt with the server providers to better the school ICT facilities.

Software

I have personal and professional experience in using and supporting the following software technologies: Microsoft Office 97/ 2000/XP, Lotus Notes, Browser technology, MS FrontPage 98/2000, Macromedia. I am confident in using operating systems such as Windows XP/2000, Mac-Os. I have also supervised the Network Administrator in ensuring that Anti-virus software is installed and updated regularly as well introduced back-up procedures.

I am an enthusiastic individual with a keen desire to learn and share good practice. I have a passion for the use of cross-curricular ICT and driven by this interest, I have set up a website to help provide teachers and students with resources to help them in their use of ICT in all subjects.

I also enjoy exploring new media and often spend my spare time experimenting with new technologies and acquiring skills in visual communication. I am an avid reader with a growing passion for journalism and literature. I have read many books and journals, especially related to current affairs, Middle Eastern history, and the role of the media in reporting current affairs.

I had been the Student Representative at Bradford College during the Graduate Teaching Programme and had been an active member within the group taking many initiatives to support my peers.

I have always been involved in working with my local community, particularly the youth, in organising various events, seminars and conferences related to issues affecting the community. I have been participating in such group activities since my school days and have worked closely with the youth in educating and informing them about drug and alcohol abuse, racial discrimination etc.