Amy Subaey

• Advised teachers in the partnership schools in methodology and best practice.
• Worked with teachers in areas of need as defined by the School Improvement Plan and Key Performance Indicators
• Helped teachers to achieve standards necessary to meet the teaching standards of ADEC in 2010, including IELTS instruction.
• Set up pull out program for at risk students in English 
• Modeled program for teachers to promote long term sustainability in the school. 

• Managed all aspects of the Professional Development Program for Educators of English in the UAE 
• Coordinated workshops for 1400+ English Language teachers, supervisors and school leaders in UAE government schools from grades 10-12 for weekly workshops throughout the academic year. 
• Designed a cohesive, practical, module-based curriculum 
• Supervised and supported 9 professional development instructors throughout the country.
• Created project based materials for workshop series on Transitioning to a Standard Based Environment for Supervisors, school leaders, and teachers across the country.
• Maintained communication and positive relations with officials in zones, ministries, and educational organizations  in support of the PD program.
• Supported teachers by facilitating programs and in school projects  as requested - particularly from teachers in the Family Development associations or other high-needs schools throughout the country.

• Taught English as second language from zero-beginner level 
• Set up Peer Tutoring Program and other support systems for at risk students including relationship building with other students 
• Set up after school tutoring program to promote academic achievement among all students
• Acted as liaison between school staff and students
• Translated on demand with Arabic speaking students, parents, and other school-staff 
• Facilitated relationships between newly arrived students and supporting community organizations. 
• Established school as an ELL site for newly arrived Ethiopian refugees and created 5 year curriculum.
• Trained and mentored 100+ student teachers enrolled in teacher education programs throughout the city in planning activities to support standards.
• Conducted staff development workshops: Cultural Awareness : Our New Muslim Students

• Taught English as a second language to grades 8-12. 

• Taught academic English to incoming students preparing for university level courses.

• Taught grades k-12 music curriculum

• Taught Academic  English to incoming students preparing for university level courses.

• Assisted in the launch of the Committee for National Standards in Education and Testing
• Supported production of the "Goals 2000" - the foundation for the No Child Left Behind legislation.
• Coordinated meetings for the panel of governors, congressmen, White House officials and senators. 
• Supported members of subcommittees composed of outstanding teachers and superintendants.
• Mastermind behind the detailed preparation involved in the presentation of the final document Goals 2000 to George H.W

• Part time college internship. 

Area of Concentration:  Middle East and Latin American

Minor:  Music

Supervisor and line manager at Al Nuzha and Baniyas Cluster.

The reference included is not a formal letter, but my probationary review after 4 months of employment with the company.  

Formerly my direct supervisor at NAPO, Karen was my initial support and role model for learning how to direct the program in the future.