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KANWAL RAEI 
Rawda, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia  |  kanwalraei@gmail.com  |  +966-561322912 
 
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY 
Results-oriented educational leader with 10+ years of experience driving institutional excellence through 
strategic planning, data analytics, and innovative curriculum development. Proven track record in School 
operations, CPD-accredited training programs, COGNIA and ETEC accreditation, and STEM program 
integration. Recognized for integrating AI-powered EdTech tools into teaching and teacher training, 
delivering engaging online and 1-1 learning experiences, and championing differentiated instruction that 
meets every learner where they are. Microsoft-certified AI educator and passionate advocate for women’s 
empowerment, driving data-driven strategies that consistently improve student and institutional outcomes. 
 
CORE COMPETENCIES 
Strategic Educational Planning • Team Development & Motivation • Change Management • Policy 
Development • Stakeholder Engagement • Curriculum Design & Evaluation • Data-Driven Decision 
Making • Student Performance Improvement • COGNIA & ETEC Accreditation • NAFS Alignment • 
Learning Management Systems (LMS) • AI & EdTech Integration • AI in Education • Online Teaching & 
Facilitation • Virtual Learning Environments • Digital Classroom Integration • Differentiated Instruction • 
Teacher Training & Capacity Building • Data Analysis (Excel, Power BI, STEM Tools) • Cross-Cultural 
Communication • Conflict Resolution • Resource Optimization • Compliance & Documentation • Report 
Writing • Ministry of Education Standards 
 
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 
Operations Manager  |  Future Training Company 
 
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Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for CPD-accredited professional training 
programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards. 
• 
Direct the full training lifecycle, driving innovation across Soft Skills, MS Office, and ESL curricula 
with a strong focus on EdTech integration and AI-enhanced learning tools. Successfully oversaw 
30+ workshops annually, training 700+ professionals across in-person and online platforms. 
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Secured and maintained CPD accreditation for 20 key course portfolios, ensuring 100% 
compliance with delivery standards and assessment criteria. 
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Maintained a client satisfaction rating of 90% by serving as the central liaison between clients and 
internal teams, utilizing solution-oriented communication. 
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Mentor and manage a team of 15 professional trainers, conducting performance monitoring and 
delivering capacity-building workshops to ensure instructional consistency and growth across in-
person, online, and blended learning environments. 
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Oversee design of customized training modules (Leadership, Emotional Intelligence), resulting in 
a 10% increase in course adoption and client retention. 
Academic Manager  |  IbnRushd International Schools 
 
School Administration & Accreditation: 
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Led comprehensive K-12 operations, directing curriculum development, staff training, and data-
driven performance initiatives that improved academic outcomes by 60%. 
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Spearheaded the COGNIA accreditation process as a committee member, coordinating Ministry 
of Education evaluations and preparing all required documentation. 
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Coordinated ETEC national accreditation, ensuring compliance with educational technology and 
curriculum standards. 
• 
Recruited and mentored 70+ teachers through structured professional development programs 
covering EdTech integration, AI-powered teaching tools, online and blended instruction, and 
differentiated classroom strategies — enhancing instructional quality, digital confidence, and staff 
retention. 
Strategic Planning & Improvement: 
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Aligned educational programs with institutional goals, integrating STEM across curriculum, 
disciplinary frameworks, and community partnerships. 
• 
Developed curriculum alignment strategies for NAFS national exams, implementing data-driven 
improvement plans that increased standardized test scores by 15%. 
• 
Facilitated academic conferences and collaborative meetings, driving innovative problem-solving 
initiatives among faculty. 
Student & Staff Development: 
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Designed and delivered differentiated learning programs incorporating AI-powered tools, 
gamification, and adaptive strategies to address diverse learning styles, abilities, and needs — 
driving measurable improvements in student engagement and critical thinking. 
• 
Established a high-performance culture with measurable expectations, achieving 75% goal 
attainment rate across student and staff objectives. 
ESL Lecturer / Online HOD/Moderator  |  The Oxford Partnership Technical College 
 
Planned, organized, and taught English to diverse learners through online and in-person formats. 
Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans using differentiated techniques, digital tools, and student-
centered strategies to maximize learning outcomes. 
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Administered assessments to evaluate student progress. Maintained records and cultivated a 
positive learning environment. Lead online English program for more than 20 teachers by 
providing them unified lesson plans and training to use CANVAS LMS. 
Head of English Department  |  IbnKhaldun Schools 
 
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Participated in COGNIA accreditation; designed, implemented, and reviewed policies and plans. 
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Coordinated English teaching with the Academic Coordinator and Principal. 
• 
Developed and reviewed curricula and schemes for students and teachers. 
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Administered student policies and procedures; designed and implemented staff training. 
• 
Created and reviewed assessment procedures; managed the English department budget and 
resources. 
• 
Designed and delivered differentiated Training programs and adaptive strategies to address 
diverse learning styles, abilities, and needs — driving measurable improvements in student 
engagement and critical thinking. 
High School English Teacher  |  Kingdom Schools 
 
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Delivered high school English instruction aligned with curriculum standards. 
Assistant Supervisor / Teacher  |  Riyadh Najed Schools 
 
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Combined teaching responsibilities with supervisory duties supporting school operations. 
 
EDUCATION 
MA in Leadership & Education 
In Progress (2024 – Present) 
Liverpool John Moores University 
Bachelor of Arts 
Punjab University 
 
 
CERTIFICATIONS 
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TEFL Certified – London College of Teachers 
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Certification of Experience Design (LXD) – Michigan University 
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IELTS Score: 7 
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Microsoft Learn Badge – Empower Educators to Explore the Potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI 
in Education) 
 
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SPEAKING 
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Panelist, Women of Impact – Women Empowerment Forum SPPC, Riyadh, 2025 
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Speaker on career growth, education, and women’s leadership for community groups. 
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Advocate for women’s empowerment and capacity building in KSA. 


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Results-oriented educational leader with 10+ years of experience driving institutional excellence through strategic planning, AI-powered EdTech, and innovative curriculum development.

Highlight key achievements: securing COGNIA and ETEC accreditations, integrating STEM, and delivering engaging online/1-to-1 learning experiences.

I am a Microsoft-certified AI educator and passionate advocate for women's empowerment. My mission is to champion differentiated instruction that meets every learner where they are, utilizing data analytics and AI tools to continuously improve student and institutional outcomes.

Display as a grid of features: 1. Strategic Educational Planning, 2. AI & EdTech Integration, 3. Accreditation (COGNIA/ETEC) & Compliance, 4. Data-Driven Decision Making, 5. Teacher Training & Capacity Building, 6. Curriculum Design & STEM.

Specialized skills driving student success, faculty growth, and operational excellence.

Four stat blocks: '10+ Years' (Educational Leadership), '700+' (Professionals Trained Annually), '60%' (Academic Outcome Improvement), '20+' (CPD Accredited Portfolios Maintained).

Data-driven strategies that consistently deliver results.

Key roles to feature: 1. Operations Manager at Future Training Company (Oversaw 30+ workshops, trained 700+ professionals, managed 15 trainers). 2. Academic Manager at IbnRushd International Schools (Led K-12 operations, COGNIA/ETEC accreditation, mentored 70+ teachers). 3. ESL Lecturer / Online HOD at The Oxford Partnership Technical College.

A decade of leadership in K-12 operations and professional training across Saudi Arabia.

Certifications: Microsoft Learn Badge (AI in Education), Certification of Experience Design (LXD) - Michigan Univ, TEFL Certified, IELTS 7. Leadership: Panelist at 'Women of Impact' 2025, Speaker on career growth and education.

Committed to continuous learning and championing women's leadership in KSA.

Email: kanwalraei@gmail.com | Phone: +966-561322912 | Location: Rawda, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. CTA: 'Download Full Resume' (Link: https://s3.amazonaws.com/media-prod.butternut.ai/website_images/resume-image-upload/1776865796.602003_Kanwal_Raei_Updated_CV.pdf).

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