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Nighat Fatima

Karachi

Summary

A self-motivated, emotionally intelligent, and highly adept woman with over 15+ years of work experience in education, seeking to undertake diverse roles in elite schools. With experience as a primary teacher and dedicated trainer, I excel at fostering engaging learning environments and facilitating professional development. My passion lies in nurturing young minds and empowering educators through innovative teaching methodologies and personalized training programs. As a strong communicator committed to student success and continuous improvement, I am considered a valuable asset to any team. I can effectively collaborate with diverse groups of employees within the organization and establish quality relationships with parents and stakeholders to yield positive results. Additionally, I excel in facilitating and delivering a wide range of learning experiences of varying scope and complexity

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Year Leader of Grade 3

Habib Public School
Karachi
04.2024 - Current
  • Ensure timely completion of the syllabus across all classes in the section.
  • Monitor lesson planning, teaching strategies, and assessments.
  • Coordinate with subject teachers to maintain consistency and quality in teaching.
  • Organize section-wise meetings and share updates with the leadership team.
  • Ensure implementation of school rules, routines, and academic calendar events.
  • Mentor and guide teachers within the section.
  • Provide constructive feedback and support professional development.
  • Monitor student discipline, behavior, and academic performance.
  • Share important information and updates from the leadership with the section team.
  • Communicate with parents during PTMs and through written communication when needed.

Leader in Me, Coordinator

Habib Public School
Karachi
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead the implementation of the Leader in Me framework across the Junior school.
  • Ensure the 7 Habits are consistently embedded into daily routines, lessons, and school culture.
  • Support grade levels and subject teams in integrating leadership principles into academics and behavior expectations.
  • Facilitate the formation and development of the Student Lighthouse Team.
  • Plan and coordinate leadership events such as Leadership Days, Student-Led Conferences, and Synergy Assemblies.
  • Maintain a visible leadership environment (e.g., bulletin boards, hallway displays, student quotes).

Early Child Care Lead of Professional Department

Zindagi Trust School, SMB Fatima Jinnah
Karachi
04.2019 - 04.2021
  • To design and implement syllabus for ECCE from National and International Curriculum.
  • To train and guide faculty with modern teaching methodologies and curriculum implementation.
  • To manage daily activities regard to all subject matters.
  • To groom teachers towards an overall Professional Development.
  • To supervise and design nutritional breakfast menu including inventory management.
  • To organize multiple events for ECCE (Sports Day, Readers Theater, Spring Festival etc.).

Pre-Primary Teacher

Aga Khan School Garden
Karachi
09.2015 - 03.2019
  • Provided nurturing and stimulating environment to facilitate children’s growth, exploration and participation.
  • Coordinated regular communication with parents regarding their children’s progress.
  • Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans for children to develop their social emotional, physical and intellectual skills.

Montessori Teacher

Aamir’s House
Karachi
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
  • Improved student reading performance by 80% by the end of the school year.
  • Built strong relationships and partnerships amongst all stakeholders involving the students' education.

Computer Science Teacher

Genesis School Clifton
Karachi
07.2006 - 05.2011
  • Designed and developed appropriate computer instructional material (learning material charts and model related to computers).
  • Invigilated and graded projects.
  • Organized and participated in different school events (Sports Day, Drama Festival, Bake sale day and Bonfire).

Education

Masters - Educational Leadership and Management

Allama Iqbal Open University
Islamabad, Pakistan
12.2022

B.Ed. -

Allama Iqbal Open University
Islamabad, Pakistan
12.2020

Advance Diploma - Early Childhood Development

Aga Khan University
Karachi, Pakistan
12.2013

M.A - International Relations

University of Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan
12.2010

B.Com - Commerce

University of Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan
12.2006

Skills

  • Training and Development
  • Attention to detail
  • Project manager
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Building positive relationships
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Time management
  • Creative and innovative
  • Planning and prioritization
  • Organization
  • Adaptable
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Learning and Development
  • Andragogy and Pedagogy
  • Effective communication to all audience groups
  • Adult Learning
  • Change Management
  • Zoom
  • Google Meets
  • Microsoft Office
  • Chat GPT 35
  • Canva

Certification

  • Managing a Successful School, TRC, 2024
  • Creative Designing, National Freelance Training Program, Pakistan, 2020
  • Preparedness for School Reopening: Early Childhood School Leaders, Aga Khan University, Pakistan, 2020
  • Teaching Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Introduction to Core Skills, British Council, Pakistan, 2018
  • Spelt Conference, Oxford, 2016
  • Classroom Assessment in Early Years, Aga Khan University, Pakistan, 2016

Technology Skills

  • Zoom
  • Google Meets
  • Microsoft Office
  • Chat GPT 3.5
  • Canva

Timeline

Year Leader of Grade 3

Habib Public School
04.2024 - Current

Leader in Me, Coordinator

Habib Public School
01.2023 - Current

Early Child Care Lead of Professional Department

Zindagi Trust School, SMB Fatima Jinnah
04.2019 - 04.2021

Pre-Primary Teacher

Aga Khan School Garden
09.2015 - 03.2019

Montessori Teacher

Aamir’s House
01.2013 - 01.2014

Computer Science Teacher

Genesis School Clifton
07.2006 - 05.2011

Masters - Educational Leadership and Management

Allama Iqbal Open University

B.Ed. -

Allama Iqbal Open University

Advance Diploma - Early Childhood Development

Aga Khan University

M.A - International Relations

University of Karachi

B.Com - Commerce

University of Karachi
Nighat Fatima