Ben Louie Luis
With over 7 years of experience in ESL education, curriculum development, and educational technology, I have driven a 40% improvement in departmental productivity through CPD training. In addition, I have optimized after-school activity schedules, resulting in a 25% increase in student participation in STEM and ESL activities.
Personal Details
Address: Dubai, UAE
Phone number: +971509942719
Email address: teacher.ben97@gmail.com
Work Experiences
ESL Specialist & Teacher Trainer/Educational Technology Developer
Tutor Mr. Ben | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
September 2023 - Present
Develop and Implement ESL Curriculum: Designed comprehensive English as a Second Language (ESL) curriculum tailored to diverse learning needs, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices.
Resource Creation: Developed a wide range of educational materials, including lesson plans, study guides, and multimedia resources, to support both teachers and students in ESL learning.
Educational Technology Integration: Advised on the selection and implementation of educational technology tools to enhance learning outcomes, providing technical support and training to ensure effective use.
Collaborative Platform Management: Managed and maintained an online collaborative platform for teachers to share resources, exchange ideas, and collaborate on lesson planning and professional development.
Student Success Centre Coordinator / Associate Lecturer
Curtin University Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
September 2024 - December 2024
Develop solutions to consolidate data from multiple sources into a unified database, including workshop attendance, appointment bookings, office visit logs, academic mentor trackers, and student directories. This system improves accessibility and tracking of student progress.
Lecturer for Critical Thinking, Academic Reading and Writing Skills (Foundation School) that administered English diagnostic tests, assisting in the identification of students' needs and areas for improvement.
Pioneering student support service flow through the use of compliant e-management and e-learning platforms.
Conducted a pilot study to refine diagnostic test questions and improve student support in identified areas of difficulty, contributing to enhanced learning outcomes.
Designed an index page to track students' diagnostic results, juxtaposed with learning outcomes, workshop participation, and mentoring progress, providing a holistic view of each student's academic development.
Conducted a series of impactful lectures and workshops within the Foundation Department, successfully teaching Critical Thinking and Academic Writing Skills. These sessions have contributed to enhancing students' analytical abilities and writing proficiency, laying a strong foundation for their academic journey.
Adjunct Faculty - English Language School
Middlesex University Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
June 2024 - August 2024
Developed and delivered a 6-week intensive English language course for foundation students, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, and conversational skills to prepare them for academic success.
Assessed and graded over 100 student assignments, quizzes, and oral presentations, providing constructive feedback to enhance their language proficiency and confidence.
Facilitated interactive workshops and language labs, utilizing multimedia resources and real-life scenarios to improve students' practical language use and comprehension.
Teacher of English for Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Emirates Schools Establishment | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
August 2021 - February 2024
Spearheaded CPD training in educational technology, leading to a 40% improvement in departmental productivity.
Implemented emotional filter theory, significantly boosting student engagement and performance.
Renowned for creating a beloved classroom presence through empathetic and supportive teaching practices.
Organized and participated in successful school events with colleagues and the student body.
Secondary English Teacher
The Apple International School | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
April 2020 - July 2021
Adapted and modified instruction to suit learning styles of students during Distance and Hybrid Learning.
Facilitated student participation in the Junior Model United Nations (JMUN) and led the school's debate team to compete in regional competitions, significantly enhancing students' public speaking, critical thinking, and argumentation skills.
Organized and led an Online International Conference, showcasing student projects and presentation, thereby boosting the school's academic standing and student confidence in public speaking and global issues engagement.
Instructor/ After School Activity Coordinator
Mad Science | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Orchestrated the development and management of comprehensive after-school activity schedules, optimizing resources for diverse and engaging educational experiences.
Improved operational efficiency through strategic program scheduling, resulting in a 25% increase in student participation in STEM activities.