Samira Fakeeh
ARABIC TEACHER / ADULT LANGUAGE TUTOR
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Experienced Arabic Teacher and language tutor with a strong background in delivering structured Arabic lessons to learners of different ages and levels. Skilled in teaching Arabic literacy, pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence building, reading, speaking practice and GCSE Arabic preparation. Experienced in adapting lessons to meet different learner needs, using clear explanations, visual resources, repetition, role-play, guided practice and learner-centred activities to build confidence and communication.Fluent in Arabic and English, with teaching-related training including Level 3 Teacher Training, TESL, Level 5 Education and Training, and QTLS in progress.
Additional experience in SEND, EAL and inclusive teaching, supporting learners who may need extra time, confidence-building or differentiated support. Passionate about helping learners enjoy Arabic, improve communication and make steady progress in a supportive classroom environment.
Experience
Arabic Teacher / Arabic Lecturer - Further Education / Education Settings - UK
(2021)
- Plan and deliver structured Arabic language lessons for learners at different levels, including beginners, developing readers and more advanced learners.
- Teach Arabic letters, pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence building, reading comprehension and speaking practice.
- Support learners to build confidence in reading, understanding and using Arabic in practical contexts.
- Use visual resources, repetition, modelling, questioning, role-play and guided practice to make lessons engaging and accessible.
- Adapt teaching methods to meet different learner needs, including EAL learners and learners requiring additional support.
- Prepare learners for progression in Arabic, including basic reading development and GCSE Arabic preparation.
- Assess learner progress, give feedback and adjust lessons according to learner confidence and ability.
Founder & Business Manager – Arabic Education Programme - World Peace Green Ltd - London
(2017 - 2021)
- Founded and managed weekend Arabic-language classes for children and young people, overseeing educational provision and administration.
- Planned Arabic literacy progression from alphabet recognition to word reading, sentence reading and more advanced reading skills.
- Coordinated teaching staff, timetables and parent communication, supporting a safe and respectful learning environment.
- Prepared records, responded to parent concerns and supported learner progress across Arabic, Islamic Education and Tajweed provision.
SEND Consultant / SEN & Inclusion Specialist - Self-Employed - UK
(2017)
- Provide practical guidance for learners with ADHD, learning difficulties, SEMH and additional needs.
- Use inclusive strategies, clear communication and reasonable adjustments to support access, confidence and participation.
- Work with families and education professionals to identify barriers, plan support and review learner progress.
SEN Support Practitioner (Agency) - Specialist SEN Schools - UK
(2019)
- Work across specialist SEN settings, adapting quickly to different learners, teams and support approaches.
- Contribute to structured interventions, learner engagement, behaviour support and progress monitoring.
- Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and behaviour-support procedures.
Education
Level 5 Diploma - Education and Training
QTLS (Qualified Teacher Learning & Skills)
Level 3 Teacher Training (2022 - 2022)
Diploma - Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
English Language Certificate
Postgraduate Special Needs Education Training - Autism and ADHD focus
Postgraduate - Global Teacher Training - International University and College (2024 - 2025)
PhD - Education & Child Psychology - Trinity College and University, USA (2017 - 2020)
BA (Higher License) and Master’s - Fiqh (Islamic Law) - European Institute of Human Sciences, Wales (2010 - 2017)
GCSE - Arabic