Isabella Tarhini
Sydney
Summary
Dynamic Islamic Studies Teacher at Bellfield College and former Programs Officer at Penny Appeal Australia, adept in program management and fostering excellent relationships. Managed over 10 international development programs throughout full project lifecycle, ensuring successful implementation and outcomes and engaged in cross-departmental collaboration. Facilitates Islamic learning for over 100 students through structured programs, while working collaboratively alongside colleagues and parents to nourish child development. A mission-driven professional, passionate about driving meaningful change both locally and abroad.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Islamic Studies Teacher
Bellfield College
04.2024 - Current
- Delivers Islamic and Quran curriculums to over 100 students across classes in Primary and High School.
- Collaborates with fellow faculty members to develop interdisciplinary tasks for a well-rounded educational experience.
- Provides constructive feedback on assignments, guiding students towards academic growth and continuous improvement.
- Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records to meet departmental standards and monitor student progress.
- Establishes positive relationships with parents and guardians through Parent-Teacher Interviews, promoting a supportive home-school partnership.
- Attends meetings for professional development and training sessions.
- Facilitates Islamic activities with students beyond the classroom setting, including delivering lectures within prayer sessions.
Programs Officer
Penny Appeal Australia
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed over 10 international development programs across the Middle East and South East Asia throughout all stages of project lifecycle.
- Strengthened relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, consisting of affiliate offices and implementing partners across multiple countries.
- Redesigned Education and Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) programs through introducing integrated approaches to ensure long-term and multifaceted outcomes.
- Undertook monitoring trip to Lebanon to conduct direct interviews with refugees in multiple locations across the country for the purpose of understanding collective needs and researching viable methods leading to their self-sufficiency.
- Contributed to financial year strategic planing pertaining to sustainable impact of projects through the implementation of innovative project design.
- Cross-departmental experience in areas of event planning, fundraising and public relations.
- Contributed to the organisation's media presence by highlighting key initiatives through video storytelling.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations And Journalism
Macquarie University (Transfer From USYD)
Sydney, NSW07-2026
Skills
- Program Management
- Strategic and Creative Thinking skills
- Excellent Implementation skills
- Excellent Relationship skills
- Organisational skills
- Volunteer Management
- Presentation and Public Speaking skills
- Time Management
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Community Engagement
Volunteer Work
Illuminate Australia
- Seasonal volunteer role centred around the organisation of all aspects community events to reach fundraising objectives in order to support the implementation of Illuminate schools across Australia.
- Supported outreach efforts by producing social media content aligned with campaign goals and audience interests.
Eqraa Arabic School
- Teacher of Islamic Studies
Imam Mehdi Youth
- Teacher of Islamic Studies
Ahl Ahlbait Islamic Society
- Casual Islamic Studies teacher and occasional Islamic speaker
Arrahman Benevolent Society
- Seasonal volunteer for Islamic programs
Flagbearer Foundation
- Seasonal volunteer for Islamic events, including MC work
Penny Appeal Australia
- Previous Fundraising and Events volunteer
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
Languages
- Native English Speaker
- Intermediate in Arabic
Interests
- International Relations/ Geopolitical and Economic dynamics
- Research and analysis of social issues
- Islamic studies
Referees
- Available upon request.
Timeline
Islamic Studies Teacher
Bellfield College
04.2024 - Current
Programs Officer
Penny Appeal Australia
06.2022 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations And Journalism
Macquarie University (Transfer From USYD)
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