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Dania Khan

Deputy Manager and FS-2 Teacher at British Orchard Nursery

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Experience

  • Deputy Manager and FS-2 Teacher

    British Orchard Nursery

    Aug 2024 - Present -1 yr, 1 month

    • Job Details:Oversee the delivery of high-quality education, ensuring all students — including Emirati and those with special needs — make good progress, while promoting Arabic language and Emirati heritage. Ensure compliance with KHDA regulations, maintaining accurate records, adhering to health and safety standards, and implementing rigorous policies and procedures. Recruit qualified staff according to KHDA standards and ensure the school's vision and mission, as stated in the approved academic plan, are fully implemented.
  • Nursery Teacher

    British Orchard Nursery

    Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 -1 yr

    • Job Details:Apply modern early years teaching practices, incorporating child-initiated, hands-on learning while promoting strong communication, reading, and writing skills using strategies like systematic synthetic phonics. Plan and deliver a broad, balanced curriculum aligned with EYFS development matters, collaborating with staff to create an engaging, play-based environment that supports all learners, including those with additional needs. Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress through effective observation, feedback, and data analysis to ensure high standards of attainment and personal development for every child.
  • KG-1 Homeroom Teacher

    Dubai Modern Education School

    Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 -1 yr

    • Job Details:Set up a child-led learning environment aligned with EYFS, planning and delivering engaging, active lessons while promoting sustainability through resource-making. Maintain strong home-school communication via Google Classroom and track student progress through regular observation, individual learning plans, and behavior management systems like Class Dojo. Create and update child-centered displays and bulletin boards to celebrate learning and foster an inspiring classroom atmosphere.
  • KG-1 Homeroom Teacher

    Dubai National School

    Aug 2014 - Aug 2015 -11 months

    • Job Details:Acted as a pioneer by holding a CACHE Level 3 diploma and supported colleagues in pursuing their own qualifications. Advised and guided fellow teachers on effective EYFS classroom setup and best practices. Shared expertise to improve teaching standards and promote professional development within the team.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in English Literature

      Punjab University

      Jan 2008   17 yr 8 Months

    • Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services

      Jan 2025   8 Months

    • Diploma in Preschool Practice

      Jan 2013   12 yr 8 Months

    Skills

    Languages

    • Arabic

      Fluent
    • English

      Fluent
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