Nirvana Ferdousie
Atlanta
Summary
A passionate curriculum development specialist with 16 years of direct supervision of teaching and 7 years of conducting research, education and administration methods. Practiced in updating and evolving instructional materials and techniques to fit ever-changing needs of the organizations. Proficient at designing training materials, learning session plans and implementing tools, technologies and learning aids.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Vice Principal, Curriculum Development Unit
Scholastic School Dhaka
01.2019 - Current
- Effectively implement training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Team with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training goals in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Collaborate with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Negotiate contract and delivery plans with vendors.
- Provide subject matter expertise in all courses, material and lesson plans.
- Research and incorporate current trends and data into standard curriculum for all age groups from playgroup to grade 6.
- Develop workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Work closely with teachers and academic supervisors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Plan and monitor implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Target diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
- Contribute to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
- Design course materials and support their implementation.
- Create curricular research topics and conceptualize course formats, subject matter and presentation.
- Deliver private instruction to adult learners in a variety of fields on leadership development, professional writing, business communication and delivery of proposals and presentations.
- Develop assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Deliver top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
- Identify issues, analyze information and provide solutions to problems.
- Apply effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Teacher Trainer and Content Developer
SPEED (Service for Education and Enterprise Development)
12.2018 - Current
- Develop session plans and resources and also conduct need-based workshops for both government and private schools and colleges.
- Craft dynamic content marketing pieces for broad client base to drive consumer awareness of brands.
- Conduct different professional development courses for both Govt. & Private Companies to educate clients on soft skills development, proper use of products and systems, level up professionals among organizational behavioral development, range of soft skills to focus on collaborative efforts in pushing the organization to the right direction.
- Monitor participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Conduct CITI (Cambridge Authorized School based Teaching Diploma Program) courses for different Public and Private Schools all over Bangladesh and also for internal candidates (Scholastic School).
- Mentor new hires, resulting in strongest staff development and increased productivity for Aurora International School, Scholastic and International School of Ascend Group.
- Conduct online research to obtain relevant information and materials.
- Track attendance and evaluate progress for assigned trainees.
- Identify and comment on areas for improvement in students and departments.
- Deliver instruction presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.
Head of Primary & IBPYP Coordinator
Abdul Kadir Mollah International School (AKMIS)
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Coordinate and collaborate with IB-Regional Office Singapore to submit all required documents and applications for PYP candidates as well as authorization process.
- Ensure continuous collaboration and exchanging information with IB Authorized Consultant.
- Meet with the Principal and Board of directors for sharing updates about academic and administrative development and current issues.
- Plan & design inquiry-based school learning environment and furnishing e.g. play area, library, cafeteria, Tech & Media room, Visual art and Performing art room, prayer room etc.
- Participate in school decision making.
- Facilitate collaborative planning sessions with all academic faculty.
- Regularly observe classes and provide feedback for individual teachers to ensure PYP based teaching and learning.
- Assist teachers in providing high quality learning, teaching and assessment.
- Promote and arrange in-house IB workshops and other professional development opportunities for teachers.
- Lead orientation programs for newly hires.
- Contribute to whole school responsibilities where needed.
- Conduct a variety of workshops for parents to develop awareness about inquiry-based learning and IB Learner profile.
- School Programs:
- Promote understanding and use of PYP standard programs and practices.
- Lead the candidates to the continuous improvement of the PYP Programs.
- Prepare and monitor budget for purchasing books, resources and educational aids which were needed for successful implementation of PYP Program.
- Ensure that information about the PY Curriculum is available to all relevant stakeholders.
PYP Homeroom Teacher
International School Dhaka
05.2008 - 08.2016
- To collaborate with the academic coordinator and rest of teachers planning both vertically and horizontally.
- Demonstrate expertise, enthusiasm and creativity in the delivery of approved curriculum with appropriate pedagogy.
- To plan and coordinate learning activities both indoors and outdoors with appropriate challenge and high expectations and to develop children's curiosity and knowledge.
- To prepare plans to develop social, physical, emotional and cultural aspects of children's learning.
- Plan and deliver lessons and units of work appropriate to student grade and needs with clear learning objectives, organized in a sequential manner and stored in the school's information management program in the approved format.
- To take the responsibility for planning appropriate learning activities for all students in the designated class (within the framework of the Cambridge curriculum).
- Emphasize the interconnectedness of all subjects taught in school in line with the school's philosophy and that of the International Baccalaureate.
- To ensure that the children experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating learning experience.
- To motivate and stimulate the children's learning abilities, encouraging learning through hands on activities.
- Meet the learning needs of all students through differentiation, creating differentiation plans.
- Evaluate daily and weekly planning, ensuring that it builds on current and previous achievement: Maintain a positive, friendly, vibrant classroom.
- To creatively devise and produce visual aids and teaching resources.
- To promote the development of children's basic skills including: physical coordination, speech and communication, personal social and language abilities.
- To identify students' needs and cater for with the help of the support unit teachers.
- Plan and deliver lessons and units of work appropriate to student grade and needs with clear learning objectives, organized in a sequential manner and stored in the school's information management program in the approved format.
- Emphasize the school's Mission, Vision, and Values through teaching and learning.
- To organize and manage groups or individual students, ensuring differentiation of learning needs and reflecting all abilities.
- To create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating classroom environment (indoor & outdoor) which is conducive to children's learning.
- To create essential agreements with children to regulate the class and promote a collaborative reflective class culture.
- To maintain good class order among students and use of resources.
- To arrange for resources, equipment and materials to be available in such a way that they are properly cared for, easily accessible and will encourage the children to become more responsible for their own learning.
- To maintain a high standard of display work & working walls both in the classroom and in other areas of the school.
- To take responsibility for the management of other adults in the classroom to ensure effective teaching and learning.
- Assessment and Monitoring:
- To deliver year group/ key stage assemblies, on a Rota basis.
- Ensure that assignments are returned promptly with constructive feedback including specific comments on strengths and areas for improvement, setting individuals goals with students.
- Use formative and summative assessments effectively and with appropriate criteria in order to set realistic and challenging targets for improvement and to inform future teaching.
- To regularly observe and record evidence of students' progress according to school regulations and policies.
- To provide written reports to parents on term basis.
- To prepare appropriate records for the transfer of students among year groups.
- To communicate and consult with parents over all aspects of their children's academic, social and emotional development.
- To liaise with outside agencies when appropriate e.g. Educational Psychology, to contribute positively to the education of the children concerned.
Teaching Assistant
International School Dhaka
03.2005 - 04.2008
- Assisting and supporting the teacher in the smooth running of the program as a team.
- Assisting with Pastoral care and classroom routines.
- Attending collaborative planning meetings and professional development sessions.
- Maintaining open communication between school and home, forwarding information from parents to teachers and vice versa (only sharing information that has been passed on by the classroom teacher).
- Providing link where necessary in consultation with the teacher, between parents and teachers, providing translation services where necessary.
- Ensuring open communication with administrative staff to ensure all linear needs, expectations are recognized and problem areas are addressed.
- Helping to ensure the classroom and play areas are a safe and healthy environment for the students.
- Following the 'Learning Support Policy' to ensure that necessary support and assistance is provided for students to reach their full potential.
Research Assistant (Part time – evening)
Japan Study Center; University of Dhaka
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Responsibilities assist in all administrative works and support the supervisor in all aspects of research activities.
Education
H.S.C. -
B.A.F Shaheen College
Dhaka, BangladeshS.S.C. - undefined
B.A.F Shaheen School
Dhaka, BangladeshM.Ed - Educational Administration & Pre-Primary and Primary Education
I.E.R University of Dhaka
Dhaka, Bangladesh01-2010
B.Ed - undefined
Bangladesh Teachers Training College Farmgate Dhaka, National University Bangladesh
Dhaka, Bangladesh01-2008
Diploma in Japanese Studies - undefined
Japan Study Center, University of Dhaka
Dhaka, Bangladesh01-2005
M.S.S. - Political Science
University of Dhaka
Dhaka, Bangladesh01-2002
B.S.S. - Political Science
University of Dhaka
Dhaka, Bangladesh01-2001
Skills
- Expertise and experience in the field of IB and Cambridge curriculum
- Educational administration and education & training
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Education materials and training materials development
- Prefers to take challenges and task prioritization
- Professional and a person of confidence
- Strong communicator and management abilities
- Devoted, self-motivated patient and can motivate others
- Intelligent, hardworking, responsible and sincere
Affiliations
- IB PYP Coordinator Network (Asia Pacific Region)
- Political Science Alumni Association (DU)
- Dhaka International School Association (DISA)
- Konthashilon- Bangla literature and Poetry association founded by Late. Jahanara Imam
- JAAGG Foundation
- Bangladesh Association of Sports for Disable and Handicapped
Certification
- Certificate course on News presentation - Toiree (A standard Cultural Association ; July 2008)
- Attended several training programs on field reporting and written journalism while working with the Daily star.
- Attended several Online certificate courses on Educational performances and supporting special needs under the supervision of Peter Gossage of National Inspections UK ; as follows:
- TADMI: Having enough things planned.
- TADMI2: Debate with supporting the teacher.
- TADMI2: Differentiation getting the level right.
- TADMI4: Behavior, Clarity, Consistency, and Fairness.
Language Proficiency
Bangla: Native
English: Proficient
Interests
Games & Sports: Cricket & Chess, Watching TLC, BBC, National Geographic, Discovery Channel, Reading Literature, Traveling, Music
Timeline
Assistant Vice Principal, Curriculum Development Unit
Scholastic School Dhaka
01.2019 - Current
Teacher Trainer and Content Developer
SPEED (Service for Education and Enterprise Development)
12.2018 - Current
Head of Primary & IBPYP Coordinator
Abdul Kadir Mollah International School (AKMIS)
09.2016 - 10.2018
PYP Homeroom Teacher
International School Dhaka
05.2008 - 08.2016
Teaching Assistant
International School Dhaka
03.2005 - 04.2008
Research Assistant (Part time – evening)
Japan Study Center; University of Dhaka
01.1999 - 01.2005
S.S.C. - undefined
B.A.F Shaheen School
M.Ed - Educational Administration & Pre-Primary and Primary Education
I.E.R University of Dhaka
B.Ed - undefined
Bangladesh Teachers Training College Farmgate Dhaka, National University Bangladesh
Diploma in Japanese Studies - undefined
Japan Study Center, University of Dhaka
M.S.S. - Political Science
University of Dhaka
B.S.S. - Political Science
University of Dhaka
H.S.C. -
B.A.F Shaheen College
Participation in Training Programs
- Advance English Proficiency Course for Professional Trainers – Conducted by Mark Bartholomew ; British Council May 2020- November 2020
- IB Global Conference , Singapore March 25-27; 2018
- IB 50th Anniversary, Curtic Singapore- March 28th 2018
- Regional Workshop on “ Role of the Coordinator “ James Academy Singapore March 21-23; 2018
- Workshop on “Making PYP Happen” in house workshop led by IBEN Workshop leaders Narsingdi February 2018
- Workshop on “Teaching & Learning” in house workshop led by IBEN Workshop leaders Narsingdi April 2018
- Workshop on “Assessment” IB regional workshop- Beijing November 2015
- Workshop on “Inquiry” IB regional workshop- Hong Kong May 2014
- Workshop on “Concept based learning” in-house IB Workshop ISD February -2016
- ESL in Mainstream (LILAC) – May 2015
- Workshop on “Concepts and Learning in PYP” – in-house IB Workshop ISD Nov-2012
- Workshop on “Strategies to apply in Bangla Teaching and Learning Process”- SPEED Dhanmondi, Dhaka; March 2011
- Workshop on educational excellence “Reading and Writing in PYP” –IB Regional Workshop Shanghai China, Sept-2011.
- Workshop on “International Mindedness in Education”- ISD, conducted by IB expertise trainers Oct-2011
- One to one reading program- Fiona Hall; Head of Advancement Center. ISD Aug.2006
- Workshop on “Customer Service” as a selected educational stuff by the SMT STS Group Jan.2010
- Attended a progressive Mathematics based training workshop “Count Me In Too” –Gail Houghton ; May 2010
- Digital Image workshop – Catherine Delevey Sept-2007
- Workshop on “Jolly phonics for Early Years”- Amit Pitcairn ; Nov-Dec 2006
- Workshop on board display -Paula Baxter Head of Primary, ISD Oct-2006
- Workshop on Assessment in PYP Feb-2007
- Reading Discovery Program - Gail Houghton (Reading Specialist) ISD (One Year Program 2007-2008)
- Workshop on Differentiation in the PYP classroom (Six Months Course 2008-2009) Paula Baxter and Jake Dibble
- Workshop on 'How to support Special Need Children in a differentiated classroom'- Peter Gossage ; National Inspections UK ; In Association with College for Teachers England (Aug 2008)
- Workshop on Students Role play in PYP ; Amy Pitcairn Sept 2006
Personal Information
Date of birth: 20 February 1980 Religion & beliefs: Islam Nationality: Bangladeshi Marital status: Married Children: One ; Jarjis Mohammad Naiyar (DOB-02.11.2004) Mothers name: Mrs. Hasina Islam; Deputy Head of Primary (retired); B.A.F Shaheen College Dhaka Father’s name: (Shaheed) Sqn. Ldr. Nurul Islam (Bangladesh Air Force) Spouse’s name & position: A.T. Msanaullah Emon (Director; Millennium Motors Ltd.) Permanent Address: House # 194 ; Road # 1 New D.O.H. Mohakhali Dhaka-1206