Mariam Rashid Alshehhi

Educational Leadership & AI Integration Specialist

أبوظبي – الإمارات العربية المتحدة

Profile summary

Visionary Educational Technology Leader and AI Specialist with over 17 years of experience driving digital transformation and instructional innovation across UAE schools. Holds a Master of Education in Mathematics Innovation (GPA 3.9/4.0) and a BSc in Network Engineering. Member of the Senior Leadership Committee, proven pioneer in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into K-12 curricula, training educators on generative AI tools, leading digital citizenship programs, and directing STEM/robotics initiatives. Dedicated to empowering educators and students through strategic leadership, AI-driven pedagogy, and sustainable educational excellence.

Key skills

Educational Leadership & StrategySenior Leadership Committee Member School-Wide Digital Strategy Educational Change Management Staff Mentoring & Capacity Building Digital Citizenship & Inclusion
AI & Technology IntegrationArtificial Intelligence in Education (AI) AI Literacy & Staff Workshops EdTech & LMS Optimization STEM & Educational Robotics (Formula/Robotics) Digital Curriculum Design
Technical & Academic ManagementStudent Information Systems (SIS) Network Engineering & Infrastructure Curriculum & Assessment Design Microsoft & Apple Certified Trainer (MIE)

Professional experience

IT TeacherJan 2024 - Present
Zayed School – Kindergarten and Cycle 1, Abu Dhabi
  • Spearheaded IT teaching and designed innovative educational strategies.
  • Served as an active Member of the Senior Leadership Committee at the school.
  • Represented the school in the 2025 Unified Robotics League.
  • Supported inclusion and digital citizenship initiatives.
  • Participated in designing the Formula car project.
IT TeacherJan 2019 - Jan 2024
Sas Al Nakhl School - Cycle 1, Abu Dhabi
  • Executed a comprehensive digital curriculum, significantly advancing the school's digital culture and technological integration.
  • Developed and delivered dynamic lesson plans and assessments tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Conduct professional development workshops for staff on Artificial Intelligence and emerging educational technologies.
  • Directed the Safe E-School program, ensuring robust digital safety protocols and promoting responsible online behavior.
  • Showcased school achievements and technological advancements as the lead representative at the Innovation Exhibition.
IT TeacherJan 2016 - Jan 2019
Irtiqa School for Girls - Cycle 2, Abu Dhabi
  • Delivered advanced IT curricula to ninth-grade students, fostering critical thinking and technical proficiency.
  • Designed and implemented technology-integrated lesson plans that elevated classroom interactivity and student performance.
  • Organized and coordinated school-wide digital competitions and technology projects, driving student innovation and participation.
Senior IT TeacherJan 2009 - Jan 2016
Umm Ruman Bint Amer School for Girls - Cycle 2, Sharjah
  • Mentored and trained IT educators across the Sharjah Educational Zone, elevating regional teaching standards and digital literacy.
  • Managed comprehensive technical support for school systems and served as the primary liaison with the Ministry of Education.
  • Partnered with the Special Education Department to develop and coordinate individualized learning plans for students of determination.
  • Coached and prepared students for national-level technical competitions, resulting in strong competitive performances.
  • Administered the Student Information System (SIS) to generate accurate and timely final academic reports.
Engineering and Routing InternJan 2006 - Jan 2007
Etisalat - Ras Al Khaimah
  • Assisted in network planning and accurately processed Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data to support infrastructure projects.
  • Contributed to fault analysis and network routing operations, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.

Education

Master of EducationJan 2024
Emirates College for Advanced Education

Innovation in Mathematics Teaching | 3.9/4

Bachelor of Information TechnologyJan 2007
United Arab Emirates University

Network Engineering | 2.7/4

High School DiplomaJan 2002
Julphar Secondary School

Science Track | 90%

Certifications

3D Printing Certificate
Microsoft Office Certificate (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE)2020-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Digital Leadership Certificate2021-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Digital Wellbeing Council Certificate2021-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Apple Certified Teacher2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Designing Supportive Learning Environments2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Effective Use of Educational Platforms2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Innovation Exhibition Participation Certificate2024-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Plans and Strategies Preparation Certificate2025-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Comprehensive Capacity Building for Educational Leadership20262026-01-01T00:00:00.000Z

Languages

Arabic · Native

English · Professional