Sherouk S.

I am a certified IB Language A (LAL) educator and active IBO Examiner with over 10 years of experience teaching English across the Diploma Programme (DP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). I have marked IB English LAL A Paper 1 (HL) and Paper 2 (SL) for international exam sessions, and I serve as an Extended Essay (EE) examiner — which means I know exactly what the IBO is looking for, and I teach my students accordingly.
Beyond the IB, I hold a Master's degree in Teaching English for ESP, a Diploma in Instructional Design, and certifications in TEFL and TESOL from London Teacher Training College and Arizona State University respectively. I have taught at prestigious IB schools including PIS and GW International School, and I currently teach at Sahla International School and serve as an Adjunct Professor at the University of the People, USA.
My lessons are structured, exam-focused, and personalized. Whether your child is preparing for Paper 1 unseen commentary, Paper 2 comparative essay, or the Individual Oral, I design every session around their specific needs, texts, and examiner expectations. I also support students with their Extended Essays in English.

IBO Examiner — English LAL A Paper 1 HL & Paper 2 SL | Extended Essay Examiner (2021 – Present)
IBO Language A Curriculum Developer (2021 – Present)
DP Language & Literature A Teacher | MYP Head of Department — PIS (2021 – 2023)
English LAL A Teacher | Assistant Deputy — GW International School (2024)
HS English LAL A Teacher — Sahla International School (2024 – Present)
American Diploma Language & Literature Teacher | Assistant HOD — GHIS (2019 – 2021)
ESP / EAP Instructor — British University of Egypt (2022 – 2024)
Adjunct Professor — E-Learning Strategies & EAP — University of the People, USA (2024 – Present)
ESL Instructor — Egyptian Cultural Center | Workshop Academy (2015 – 2020)



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My teaching approach is built on three pillars: clarity, critical thinking, and exam precision.
1. Examiner-Informed Instruction — As an active IBO examiner, I teach students how to read and respond to mark schemes, construct arguments that score in the top bands, and avoid the common mistakes that cost marks in Paper 1 and Paper 2.
2. Text-Centered Analysis — I train students to engage deeply with literary and non-literary texts using guided annotation, comparative frameworks, and structured written responses. Every skill is practiced with real IB-style tasks.
3. Personalized Learning Plans — I begin every new student relationship with a diagnostic session to identify their current level, target grade, and areas for improvement. From there, sessions are fully tailored — no generic lesson plans.
4. Structured Writing Workshops — I use a scaffolded approach to essay writing: from thesis construction and argument mapping to paragraph development and language precision, helping students build confidence and consistency in their written work.
5. Mock Exam Practice & Feedback — Students regularly practice under timed, exam conditions. I provide detailed written feedback modeled on IBO assessment criteria so students understand exactly where they stand and what to improve.