Samia Abidi

Highly experienced and UAE Licensed Business and Economics Teacher with over 24 years of successful teaching experience within British curriculum settings (IGCSE, GCSE, A Level) and strong alignment with IB philosophy and Approaches to Teaching and Learning. Recognised for delivering rigorous, engaging, and inclusive lessons that drive strong academic outcomes, examination success, and learner independence. Currently undertaking the NPQSL (National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership) with UCL, demonstrating a clear commitment to instructional leadership, school improvement, and whole-school impact.

Economics Teacher and year 10 Subject Coordinator– KS4 & KS5 - The Westminster School, Dubai - Dubai, UAE

(2018-08)

• Deliver high-quality Economics teaching aligned with British curriculum standards and assessment frameworks.
• Design and implement engaging, inquiry-led lessons that connect economic theory to contemporary global issues.
• Prepare students effectively for internal and external examinations through targeted exam strategies.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to inform planning, differentiation, and intervention.
• Foster a positive learning environment with strong behaviour-for-learning expectations.
• Contribute to departmental planning, inspection readiness, and professional development initiatives.

Business Studies & Economics Teacher – Grades 11–12 - Delhi Public School & St. Joseph College - India

(2006-01 - 2018-12)

• Delivered consistently high-quality teaching within academically ambitious environments.
• Developed innovative teaching strategies recognised as models of best practice.
• Supported diverse learners through inclusive and differentiated approaches.
• Maintained high expectations for student achievement, engagement, and conduct.

Head Examiner / Examination In-Charge – Business Studies (CBSE) - Delhi Public School & St. Joseph College - India

(2006-01 - 2018-12)

• Paper moderation, assessment standardisation, and examination administration
• Student mentoring, counselling, and admissions support
• Motivational speaking and wellbeing-focused student guidance
• Assistant HR and relationship management responsibilities

NPQSL - National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership - UCL

UAE Teacher Licence - MOE / KHDA Compliant (2025-01)

B.Ed. - Qualified Teacher Status (2005-01)

M.Com - International Business & Marketing (2011-01)

MBA - Human Resources (2012-01)

PG Diploma - Personnel Management & Industrial Relations (2001-01)

B.Com - Business Studies & Economics (2000-01)