Susi P.

Seasoned team leader transitioning into new opportunity. Systems manager bringing strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy. Experienced in managing records, handling confidential information, and using digital tools efficiently.

Motivated to contribute to a supportive, collaborative team oriented role that values flexibility and long-term potential. Skilled in solutions based approach, personal interactions, data accuracy, Ai, and digital systems. Reliable, adaptable, and eager to apply my skill set to a new career.

Creative Director of English as an Additional Language K-12 at DAR ESSALAM AMERICAN SCHOOL (2025-11 – 2026-07)

• Built and implemented a K–12 EAL Framework System, standardizing roles and support across 100% of grade levels
• Led a whole-school language use audit and developed a 5-year strategic action plan with clear data systems and student pathways
• Created and implemented the school's first EAL admissions testing and tracking system
• Delivered PD and mentored staff (120+), increasing instructional practice, aligning language, and efficacy schoolwide
• Expanded and trained the EAL team with aligned language and discourse

Head of English Language Development Department at RUAMRUDEE AMERICAN SCHOOL (2021-07 – 2025)

• Led curriculum review and developed 5 year action plan to ensure EAL Program alignment
• Delivered targeted K-12 CPD (20 hr+) to boost staff practices with supporting EAL learners
• Boosted EAL student support and closed achievement gaps in language (NWEA data driven)
• Managed a high-performing team of 9 EAL teachers K-12
• Coached staff of 120 to enhance teaching for learning
• Introduced and managed co-teaching model with 100% staff buy-in

K–12 Literacy Coach & Trainer / PYP Language Coordinator/ EAL Director / Teacher at OTHER WORLD LOCATIONS (1999 – 2020)

Master of Science – State University of New York at Buffalo

Master of Arts – Framingham State College

California K–12 Teaching Credential – Dominican College

Bachelor of Arts in Geography & History – University of California, Davis