Iftin Ali
Muscat ,Oman (relocating to Maryland July 2026)
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator with 10+ years of international experience in Canadian, IPC, and IB frameworks, transitioning to U.S. schools. Strong background in standards-based instruction, data-informed planning, and differentiation for ELLs, multilingual students, and students with IEPs. Skilled collaborator with experience in grade-level leadership, whole-school wellbeing initiatives, and coordinating large school events. Fluent in Arabic; committed to culturally responsive teaching and inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6044
6044
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary teacher
PDO School
Muscat
2022.08 - 2026.02
- Taught English, Maths, Science, and IPC using differentiated, inquiry-based instruction aligned to standards.
- Served as whole-school cover teacher (EY–MP3), ensuring curriculum and behavioural continuity.
- Led Staff Wellbeing Program; developed annual wellbeing calendars and initiatives.
- Co-directed 2025 Peter Pan production, coordinating staging, choreography, and transitions.
- Book Week Team member, helping plan, organize, and deliver whole-school literacy events.
- Created school-wide instructional tools, schedules, and communication systems used by staff.
- Supported ELLs and multilingual learners through scaffolding, guided reading, and targeted small-group intervention.
ESL Teacher
Pinecrest Public School
Ottawa
2022.03 - 2022.06
- Provided small-group ESL/ELL support to middle-school multilingual learners through small-group and push-in instruction.
- Assisted students with academic language development, writing skills, and confidence-building strategies.
- Led weekly Girls' Self-Esteem Group for 10 - 12 students, supporting middle-school girls in developing confidence, positive peer interactions, and healthy coping strategies.
- Supported newcomer and refugee learners transitioning to English-medium instruction.
Designated Occasional Teacher
Westwind PS
Ottawa
2021.09 - 2022.02
- Delivered instruction and maintained classroom routines across K–6.
- Supported students with behavioural and learning needs while ensuring lesson continuity.
- Delivered instruction across multiple grade levels and subjects based on school needs.
Homeroom Teacher
Ellesmere Muscat(previously Alruwad International)
Muscat
2015.08 - 2021.06
- Delivered Alberta Curriculum and IB-informed instruction to multilingual learners.
- Year 4 Grade-Level Lead: guided pacing, assessments, planning, and team communication.
- Differentiated instruction for ELLs and students requiring additional support.
Education
Additional Qualifications - Teaching English Language Learners
York University
TorontoB.Ed. - Primary/Junior
University of Ottawa
OttawaB.A - English Literature
Carleton University
OttawaSkills
- IB PYP & IPC Curriculum Experience
- ELL/ESOL & Multilingual Learner Support
- Differentiated & Inquiry-Based Instruction
- Data-Informed Planning & Small-Group Teaching
- AI-Integrated Education (MagicSchool Levels 1 & 2)
- Digital Tools: Google Suite, ClassDojo, Seesaw, MS Teams, Canva
- Classroom Management & Positive Behaviour Supports
- Parent Communication & Team Collaboration
- Safeguarding & Student Wellbeing
- Proficient Arabic speaker and reader
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Primary teacher
PDO School
2022.08 - 2026.02
ESL Teacher
Pinecrest Public School
2022.03 - 2022.06
Designated Occasional Teacher
Westwind PS
2021.09 - 2022.02
Homeroom Teacher
Ellesmere Muscat(previously Alruwad International)
2015.08 - 2021.06
Additional Qualifications - Teaching English Language Learners
York University
B.Ed. - Primary/Junior
University of Ottawa
B.A - English Literature
Carleton University