Raghad Elshakry

As a detail-oriented English Teacher and Professional Translator, I excel at making critical linguistic decisions, orchestrating deadline-driven translation projects, and leading comprehensive reviews. Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills ensure high-fidelity translations and contribute directly to successful communication strategies.

English Teacher at Smart City International Schools (2025-01 – 2026-01)

• Taught and engaged 15 KG2 students (ages 4 to 6) at Smart City International School in the American section, designing lessons that improved early literacy skills for 90% of students through activities, worksheets, and assessments.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive early childhood American education curriculum, resulting in a 15% boost in student engagement and participation.
• Managed classroom behavior for over 15 students, decreasing disciplinary incidents by 30% via positive reinforcement methods.
• Organized and prepared all teaching materials and resources for daily lessons, increasing lesson delivery efficiency by 20% in the American section.
• Checked and documented individual student progress, providing data that helped 100% of students meet or surpass early literacy and numeracy benchmarks during the academic year in the American section.
• Created weekly and annual plans with accompanying worksheets in the American section.
• Planned and managed American curriculum activities.
• Used creative methods that simplify even complex topics for students.
• Supervised the American section's other classes, ensured their activities were on track, and supported their crafts and activities to help students' understanding.

Coo-English Teacher at Inspire Language School (2024-01 – 2025-01)

• Taught and engaged more than 20 KG2 students (ages 4-5) at Inspire Language School, designing lessons that improved early literacy skills for 90% of students based on assessments.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum for early childhood education, leading to a 15% increase in student engagement and participation.
• Managed classroom behavior for 20+ students, reducing disciplinary incidents by 30% through positive reinforcement techniques.
• Organized and prepared all teaching materials and resources for daily lessons, enhancing lesson delivery efficiency by 20%.
• Checked and documented individual student progress, providing data that contributed to 100% of students achieving or exceeding early literacy and numeracy benchmarks during the academic year.

English Teacher at Elsheikh Zayed Language School (2022-01 – 2024-01)

Earned a Certificate in Practical Training Teaching (400+ hours), developing advanced skills in utilizing a wide array of instructional methods and techniques. This immersive program provided practical experience in adapting pedagogical approaches to optimize student understanding and cater to individual learning styles.

IELTS General Training at British Council (2021-01 – 2023-01)

The training significantly improved English skills, resulting in an increase in the IELTS score from 4 to 6. A total of 120 hours of focused professional development was completed, including training sessions, workshops, and seminars aimed at enhancing skills and knowledge in the field of expertise.

Activities Mentor at El-Dana Girls Center (2018-01 – 2020-01)

Mentored over 260 hours at El-Dana Girls Center, customizing intervention strategies to meet individual mentee needs, resulting in improved personal development outcomes.

Volunteer at INJAZ

Volunteered 125 hours with INJAZ, delivering educational pilot programs that introduced over 100 participants to concepts of job readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy.

Bachelor in Education in Department of English – 6 October University (2019-01 – 2024-01)

Master's in Art in Translation for the Creative Industries – HBKU (2026-01 – 2028-01)