Ayman Zahra

Educator | English Teacher | ELA, IELTS, Writing & Exam Prep.

São Paulo, Brazil

About

Experienced English Teacher with 8 years in international and private schools, specializing in ESL instruction, English literature, and academic writing. Skilled in lesson planning, curriculum development, classroom management, and exam preparation (SAT and IELTS). I have a strong track record of supporting students’ language growth and fostering critical thinking in diverse and differentiated classroom settings. Passionate about delivering engaging instruction tailored to student needs, whether in-person or remote. Open to opportunities in Middle and High school English education, ELA Teaching, ESL teaching, online teaching, curriculum development, and academic support roles.

Experience

  • Online English Teacher at Cambridge Line
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Delivered personalized one-on-one English instruction to approximately 50-60 students across various proficiency levels. • Specialized in General English, Business English, and IELTS preparation, catering to diverse professional backgrounds. • Designed engaging lessons to enhance fluency, communication, pronunciation, and writing skills. • Utilized platforms like Zoom and Google Meet to facilitate interactive online learning experiences.

  • Educator at Aljazari International School
    Mar 2023 - Aug 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

    English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher | Grades 8 & 10 | American & Australian Curricula Delivered ELA instruction across both American and Australian curricula, focusing on deep literary analysis and academic writing development. Taught students to critically examine plot, character, theme, symbolism, and other literary elements across diverse texts. Designed and implemented writing instruction covering essays, narratives, expository pieces, and persuasive arguments. Integrated educational technology (MS Teams and other platforms) to enhance instruction, communication, and assessment practices. Conducted formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs. Fostered an inclusive, student-centered classroom environment that supported critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

  • English Second Language Instructor at Dilko English
    Mar 2022 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos

    Planned and delivered dynamic ESL classroom lessons to diverse student groups. Fostered a warm and motivating classroom environment to enhance learning and engagement. Offered personalized feedback and study strategies to support individual student growth.

  • English Language Teacher at Milestone International Schools
    Aug 2021 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Taught Academic Writing to Grades 9–10, focusing on expository, persuasive, and argumentative essays. Prepared Grades 11–12 for SAT English, with customized lessons, mock exams, and skills training. Integrated educational technologies and managed course materials on Google Drive. Designed active learning activities to boost writing skills and SAT readiness. Provided ESL instruction to support English language learners' academic growth. Monitored student progress and adapted lessons to meet diverse learning needs.

  • English Teacher at Acadsoc Ltd
    Mar 2020 - Oct 2020 · 8 mos

    Delivery of ESL lessons online. Creating a warm and motivating virtual classroom environment. Providing class remarks and study tips to students. Troubleshooting class-related problems.