Fozia Ashraf

I am originally from the UK where my employment was in the Tourism sector. I moved to Dubai with my family in 2007. With having two boys both with different learning difficulties, I felt very passionate about being able to help and support other children achieve their goals. So in 2011 I joined the DBS Secondary Inclusion Department . Originally I was across all subject but now mainly based in maths and have totally enjoyed every moment since. Best Moment In Teaching There are far too many best moments at DBS, but those light bulb moments from the students are always priceless

Teresa Parker - ASDAN Coodinator I began working at Dubai British School in 2014 as an Individual Learning Support Assistant. I loved working supporting my students, getting to know them and learning how best to encourage them to overcome their difficulties. In 2017 I took part in several ASDAN training courses and started to deliver ASDAN at DBS. ASDAN is a multi-level program which can be adapted to the needs of our students, often allowing them to find new strengths in subjects they would not have ordinarily considered. Best Moment Of Teaching There are so many. Every student has a strength. Allowing them to try something new and realise their talents and strengths is very special. I feel a great privilege to be ASDAN coordinator, and being able to help our students to achieve their goals through mastering new and exciting skills makes every day one of ' the best moments'

My love for working in education began in 2007I first joined the DBS family as a library assistant and continued while working across various Taaleem schools, transitioning into the Inclusion department. In 2007, I relocated to the UAE with my husband from my busy life in London where I completed a degree in Biomedical Science. I worked as a scientist for many years in the NHS before discovering my love for working with children and being a mother of 2, how rewarding that role can be. Through my work with students from KS1 across to KS5, I realised this was truly a passion of mine. While supporting students I was able to witness firsthand the impact a little support can have on a child’s academic and personal development. I believe early inclusive practice ensures individuals meet their academic needs but also their social and emotional developments that set the foundations to a great beginning in life. This is the reason I have embarked on this journey within the Secondary Inclusion department specialising in English support. Best Moment In Teaching Seeing the happiness, energy and enthusiasm in a child willing to do well and push themselves is one of the biggest rewards. Their success is a reflection of their hard work and I am fortunate enough to be part of that journey.