Saman Ali
Karachi
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Karachi Grammar School, adept in curriculum development and holistic wellness facilitation. Excelled in project management, enhancing team collaboration, and promoting program excellence. Skilled in creative instruction and adaptability, fostering personal and community growth. Achieved significant milestones in youth empowerment and wellness program innovation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator for Duke of Edinburgh Award
Karachi Grammar School
Karachi
09.2024 - Current
- Leading and managing logistics.
- Empowering Youth Development.
- Facilitating training programs.
- Enhancing team collaboration.
- Promoting program excellence.
House Mistress for Napier House
Karachi Grammar School
Karachi
08.2023 - Current
- Pastoral care.
- Leadership and House activities.
Yoga Instructor for Seniors
StrengthProject
Karachi
06.2021 - Current
- Safety and accessibility.
- Tailored instructions.
- Encouraged active engagement.
- Community building.
Art Teacher
Karachi Grammar School
Karachi
01.2019 - Current
- Teaching a class with a strength of 24 students.
- Designed and refined curriculum.
- Strategic project oversight.
- Introducing sculpture, printmaking, and digital assignments.
- Mentoring.
- Coordinated competitive art events alongside multiple groups.
- Managed logistics and scheduling for excursions, enhancing trip efficiency.
- Achieved completion of multiple training programs.
Mindfulness Facilitator
Karachi Grammar School
Karachi
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Innovation and resilience during COVID-19.
- Created and oversaw the implementation of wellness programs catering to participant numbers between 25 and 200.
SPARC Textile Instructor
Haque Academy
Karachi
08.2015 - 12.2019
Yoga Instuctor
StudioX
Karachi
08.2018 - 03.2019
Drawing Instructor
Asian Institute of Fashion Design (AIFD)
Karachi
07.2014 - 07.2017
Activities Coordinator
Le'cole
Karachi
08.2014 - 07.2015
Art Teacher
Le'cole
Karachi
09.2013 - 07.2015
Substitute Teacher
CAS School
Karachi
09.2013 - 07.2014
Assistant
Vasl
Karachi
03.2010 - 12.2010
Assistant
Adeela Suleman
Karachi
03.2010 - 12.2010
Education
Continued Professional Development -
Karachi12.2024
Training For Adventure Journey Facilitator
Duke of Ediburgh Award Community
10-2024
Engaging With SEN - Gifted And Talented Learners
British Council Partner Schools
09-2024
Professional Development Certificate Program in Teaching & Learning -
Cambridge International
06.2021
Introductory Cambridge Lower Secondary Art & Design (0073) -
Cambridge International
06.2020
RehabFitPro -
Dexter Emanuel
01.2019
Yoga Teacher Training -
American Alliance
08.2017
Bachelors in Fine Arts (BFA) -
Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture
Karachi12.2009
Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Curriculum and program development
- Project management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Holistic wellness facilitation
- Creative instruction
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and innovation
- Passion for personal and community development
Affiliations
- Completed YTT 200HRS with American Yoga Alliance in 2017.
- Rehabilitation Course 40 hrs with Coach Dexter ICF-HWC.
- First Person to introduce Chair Yoga for Seniors in Karachi.
- Trekked to K2 Basecamp in 2020.
- Summitted Khosargang Mountain 6040m in 2022.
- Hosted successful painting and dance workshop for seniors.
- Hosted exciting retreats at Karoonjhar, Sindh and BhitKhori, Balochistan, Pakistan.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Coordinator for Duke of Edinburgh Award
Karachi Grammar School
09.2024 - Current
House Mistress for Napier House
Karachi Grammar School
08.2023 - Current
Yoga Instructor for Seniors
StrengthProject
06.2021 - Current
Mindfulness Facilitator
Karachi Grammar School
07.2020 - 06.2022
Art Teacher
Karachi Grammar School
01.2019 - Current
Yoga Instuctor
StudioX
08.2018 - 03.2019
SPARC Textile Instructor
Haque Academy
08.2015 - 12.2019
Activities Coordinator
Le'cole
08.2014 - 07.2015
Drawing Instructor
Asian Institute of Fashion Design (AIFD)
07.2014 - 07.2017
Art Teacher
Le'cole
09.2013 - 07.2015
Substitute Teacher
CAS School
09.2013 - 07.2014
Assistant
Vasl
03.2010 - 12.2010
Assistant
Adeela Suleman
03.2010 - 12.2010
Continued Professional Development -
Training For Adventure Journey Facilitator
Duke of Ediburgh Award Community
Engaging With SEN - Gifted And Talented Learners
British Council Partner Schools
Professional Development Certificate Program in Teaching & Learning -
Cambridge International
Introductory Cambridge Lower Secondary Art & Design (0073) -
Cambridge International
RehabFitPro -
Dexter Emanuel
Yoga Teacher Training -
American Alliance
Bachelors in Fine Arts (BFA) -
Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture
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