About Me
I'm a passionate early childhood educator specializing in multilingual learning environments. With a strong foundation in bilingual and international early childhood pedagogy, I help young learners develop language skills through play-based, immersive methods.
My approach combines storytelling, songs, and interactive activities to create engaging learning experiences that respect cultural diversity and foster confidence in language expression.
Experience
Guest Lecturer
Texas A&M University, Qatar
Aug 2023 - Sep 2023
- Delivered lectures on world literatures with a focus on cross-cultural analysis and representation.
Freelance English Language Teacher
Berlin, Germany
Dec 2022 – Present
- Designed play-based, immersive English lessons tailored to multilingual children.
- Taught English in Berlin kindergartens and Grundschule Horts through private companies (Intellego, Oskar Lernt Englisch) and provided remote one-on-one lessons to international children.
- Language development was supported through storytelling, songs, and interactive activities.
Freelance English Language Camp Counsellor
Oskar Lernt Englisch, Berlin, Germany
Dec 2022 – Present
- Led language-rich games and cultural activities to promote confidence in English.
- Created engaging, immersive experiences for multilingual learners in diverse settings.
Kindergarten & Grade 1 Teacher | Educational Consultant
The STEM School System, Lahore, Pakistan
Apr 2018 – Apr 2020
- Developed English immersion strategies for early learners in multilingual classrooms.
- Trained teachers in culturally responsive, student-centered language instruction.
Academic Coordinator & Language Coach
The Writing Institute, Lahore, Pakistan
Apr 2018 – Jan 2019
- Designed ESL curricula for children aged 6-17 and adults preparing for IELTS or creative writing.
- Trained teachers in student-centered instruction, classroom management, and literacy development.
Visiting Lecturer (ESL & Literature)
Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
Apr 2017 – Apr 2018
- Taught ESL courses emphasizing multilingual learning strategies.
- Achieved the highest student transfer rate through effective language acquisition methods.
Freelance Writer & Editor
Upwork
Sep 2011 – Apr 2017
- Developed early childhood books and ESL learning materials.
- Created structured lesson plans and interactive content for young learners.
Education
Self-Directed Study in Early Childhood Bilingual Education
Berlin, Germany
2024 – 2025
- Autodidactic study of child development, multilingual learning, and culturally responsive teaching.
- Key readings: The Whole-Brain Child (Siegel & Bryson), How Children Learn (Holt), Second Language Acquisition in Early Childhood (Genesee), The Multilingual Mind (Tokuhama-Espinosa), Supporting Multilingual Learners in the Early Years (Smidt), Supporting Identity, Diversity and Language in the Early Years (Siraj-Blatchford & Clark)
M.A. Anglophone Modernities in Literature and Culture
University of Potsdam, Germany
Apr 2020 – Sep 2024
- Thesis: "Relatability is Subjectivity Dressed Up as Objectivity: Commodification in Mainstream Feminism"
- Grade: 1.2
B.A. (Hons.) English Literature
Kinnaird College for Women, Pakistan
Sep 2011 – Jun 2015
Volunteering & Community Service
Volunteer Member
Critical Pakistan, Berlin
Oct 2024 – Ongoing
- Contributed to advocacy initiatives on socio-political awareness & policy discussions.
Founder & Administrator
Chai and Book Club for Women of Color, Berlin
May 2024 – Ongoing
- Established a platform for intellectual discussions, intercultural dialogue & community support.
Volunteer English Language Teacher
Ravi Public School, Faisalabad
Jun 2012 – Aug 2012
- Taught foundational English through games, songs, and interactive communication.
Volunteer Project Manager & Teacher
Azaad Pakistan, Lahore
Jan 2012 – Apr 2020
- Led educational projects helping promote bilingual development in underprivileged communities.
Volunteer Mentor
Najmuddin Dramatics Society, Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore
Nov 2011 – Mar 2015
- Helped students build confidence in language expression through drama and storytelling.
Certifications
- UP Transition: Diversity & Inclusion in Educational Environments, University of Potsdam (Ongoing)
- Intellego Early English: Games and Songs workshop
- Intellego Early English: Puppet, Storytelling & Roleplay workshop
- IELTS Academic (Band: 8.5, CEFR Level C2)
- Apprenticeship in Writing, Editing, and Modern Media, Elephant Academy, Boulder, Colorado, USA