Rita Kumar Email & Phone Number

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Conducted inspections of Public and Private schools with MOE across the Emirates on Indian, British, IB and American curriculum- Analysed data to validate accurate and professional judgements based on robust evidence
• Focused on national agenda, targets, initiatives policies, guidelines, framework - Collaborated as efficient and productive teams and established effective working relationships to achieve high quality objectives
• Commitment to excellence for outstanding student outcomes and school performance- Produced precise, cohesive written reports, records and communicated findings. Planned and managed the inspection effectively

Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Abu Dhabi Boys and Girls schools from KG-G12 (FS-Y12)
• Process and priorities of strategic SIP/SDP, SEF, Inspection Framework, inspection reports, action plans, workshops, guidance, monitoring, accountability, distributed leadership- Data analysis, tracking, attainment.
• Performance Standards, indicators, student outcomes, assessments, innovation, 21st Century Skills- Identified and analysed range of data, strategies and targets significantly. Implemented recommendations. Increased.
• Led with cluster of 19 schools teaching and learning, pedagogy, SEN, assessments, lesson observations, positive behaviour- Range of data, lesson planning, demonstration, SEN policy and procedures
• Participated in the Pilot Research Study and Article Published on Outcomes to reorganise Curriculum from Linear delivery towards a Spiral Approach - Research, readings, reports, stakeholders
• Involved in pre, onsite and post inspections - Protocols, professional judgements, knowledge of school data, performance, student outcomes. Inspection reports commented "Rita has good understanding and realistic.

Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Lead education advisor in partnership and reform with Abu Dhabi Education Council - Developed strategic roles of SLT to build capacity and sustainability for K-12 school improvement and student outcomes
• Set up systems, structures, processes and procedures and monitored effectiveness for continuous improvement- CPD, Procedures, Demonstrated, Advised Principals on implementing sustained changes across areas of.
• Established rigorous systems to analyse assessments and effective use of data- Facilitated mentoring and coaching to enable Principals to set goals, targets and strategies. Demonstrated a range of data analysis that.
• Devised and reviewed School Improvement Plans, Department Action Plans, CPD Plans and Teacher Development Plans- Collated evidence of Key Performance Indicators for Monitoring Visits, team meetings, updating, process.
• It was commented "The Principal and Vice-Principal speak highly of the work of the Lead Advisor and her team in helping them to develop their skills"

United Kingdom

• Introduced new initiatives and programs to foster inclusion and support from teachers and parents in improving standardso Examples include: After School Care - initiated and registered with OFSTED, After School Clubs.
• Led and developed the strategic roles of Literacy & Maths Subject Leaders and Gifted & Talented and Assessment Coordinators- CPD, teachers'planning. assessments, meetings, disseminate, support, resources, stakeholders.
• Reviewed policies with the commitment of Staff and Governors- Updated Policies on Teaching & Learning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Curriculum, Marking and Assessment, coordinators, meetings, governors, stakeholders.
• Special Educational Needs Coordinator:- Regular meetings with teachers and teaching assistants to review individual student progress and Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) to measure the impact of Intervention.
• Strategic school responsibilities:- Leadership with deep knowledge and understanding of systems, processes and procedures of School Improvement Plans, Action Plans, Self-Evaluation Form, School Profile, Performance.

United Kingdom

• Led, developed and managed a team of 7 teachers and 12 members of support staff. Teacher governor for four years- Leadership and Management, stakeholder, meetings, writing reports, feedback, monitoring
• Coordinator for Maths, PD, Newly Qualified Teachers, Student Mentor, Health & Safety Officer- CPD, knowledge, disseminate, reports, partnerships, stakeholders. Created portfolios for staff CPD and school was recognised.
• Delivered training on Numeracy Strategy, monitored planning and lessons and provided constructive feedback- Book scrutiny for levelling, progression and presentation, set whole school and key stage targets and analysed.
• Participated in international school’s project and visited various schools in Hungary to observe teaching methodology - Teamwork, collaboration, reports, disseminate, sharing best practice, professionalism
• Commented by the Literacy consultant that the units covered as sequence in my students' English books "were excellent" and by the Link adviser "very good" regarding my classroom environment

United Kingdom

• Amalgamation process of the infant and junior schools. Taught Year 4, Year 3/4 and Year 4/5 - Management, Leadership, Teamwork, Vision, Values
• Delivered training, demonstrated lessons, mentored and supported staff- knowledge, materials, planning, prioritise, professional judgement, writing reports
• Implemented the new government introduced initiatives of National Literacy and Numeracy Strategies, Intervention Programs such as; Additional Literacy Support and Springboard Maths- CPD, Leadership & Management, lesson.
• Reviewed policies for Assessment, Marking, Curriculum, Maths and Science- Proofreading, updating, coordinator, disseminate, implement, monitor
• Commented through OFSTED inspection in Year 1 to Year 5 that my Literacy and Numeracy lessons were "really good, enjoyable, the children were enthusiastic and showing signs of learning and progress"