French
Arabic
Amanda SAMYA KHOURY (EL)
Instructor
School of Engineering of Beirut – Chargé de Cours
Faculty of Languages and Translation – Chargé de Cours
Faculty of Pharmacy – Chargé de Cours
Faculty of Science – Chargé de Cours
Faculty of Economics – Chargé de Cours
Institute of Business Administration – Chargé de Cours
Higher Institute of Speech and Language Therapy – Chargé de Cours
01/421 000 amandasamya.khoury@usj.edu.lb
I am Amanda Samya El Khoury, an educator, trainer, life coach, social worker passionate about personal development empowering others. With a Professional Masters in Educational Technology from Lebanese University, I combine my academic background with a deep commitment to making a positive impact in my community. I am fluent in Arabic and English, with a basic understanding of French, and have extensive experience working with NGOs, developing educational programs, and leading workshops. My expertise includes ICT tools, curriculum development, strategic planning, and effective communication. I also have a love for writing, art, reading, and outdoor activities, which allow me to reflect and stay inspired.
Education
| Degree | University | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Master's in Education and Training; Specialty: Educational Technology | Université Libanaise (UL) | Lebanon | 2019 |
| Teaching Bachelor Degree in Education and Training | Université Libanaise (UL) | Lebanon | 2015 |
University teaching outside USJ
| University teaching outside USJ | Country | Institution | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Developed, designed and held effective training sessions | Lebanon | Learn Grow and Prosper | 08/08/2023 | 08/11/2024 |
| Led and supervised an informal educational program as a lead project coordinator, acted as a senior communication officer with partner NGOs, documented and organized data, produced monthly and annual reports, designed proposals, held educational work | Lebanon | Clementia Life Center NGO | 08/09/2022 | 08/11/2024 |
| Taught Grade 5 as an IB inclusive homeroom teacher, gave tailored English lessons for foreign students, supervised and facilitated the PYP exhibition, tailored training sessions, wrote student detailed skills and achievement reports and documented ac | Lebanon | LWIS Hazmieh | 09/01/2019 | 09/01/2022 |
| Aided university students to finalize their thesis, research papers, and projects | Lebanon | Freelance Academic Support Provider | 09/01/2019 | 08/11/2024 |
| Presented online Zoom workshops and collaborated with other presenters | Lebanon | IELTA Association | 06/01/2019 | 08/11/2024 |
| Taught English as a second language for two grade one classes | Lebanon | Bourj Hammoud Public School II | 09/01/2018 | 09/01/2019 |
| Taught English, Sciences and Bible for two differentiated classrooms, collected and organized data for the sponsorship program, tailored educational and spiritual curricula | Lebanon | STEP - Nazarene NGO | 09/01/2017 | 09/01/2021 |
| Taught English language for Grades 1, 2 and 3 as a second and a third one, taught Science for Grade 3, held activities and aided in planning for school events | Lebanon | Chateau Des Sciences Modernes | 09/01/2015 | 09/01/2017 |
| Provided personalized academic support and guidance to students of various levels and subjects | Lebanon | Freelance Tutoring | 09/01/2012 | 08/11/2024 |
Professional experience outside USJ
| Professional experience | Organisation | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Created flyers, wrote posts, produced in-service and live Powerpoint presentations, and used OBS program for LIVE transmission | Trinity Baptist Church | 09/01/2022 | 11/11/2024 |
| Planned, organized, and implemented Sunday School and Youth programs and activities aimed at teaching biblical principles, morals, and values in an engaging, fun and age-appropriate manner | Nazarene Church | 09/01/2017 | 09/01/2019 |
| Wrote articles for different art exhibitions held at the gallery that were published in online and renowned Newspapers such as “Al Nahar” | Exode Art Gallery | 09/01/2014 | 09/01/2015 |