Clara Asip Padam
Teacher/Lecturer
Kajang
Summary
Dynamic English Teacher with over 15 years of experience in teaching and curriculum development. Skilled in creating engaging content and implementing innovative programs that align with IGCSE and A-level standards. Successfully led a team of English educators and improved student performance through targeted instructional strategies. Passionate about fostering a positive learning environment that enhances language acquisition and communication skills. Equipped to bring unique insights to the online teaching landscape, meeting the diverse needs of learners.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of English Department/ Chief Magazine Editor
St John's International Secondary School
01.2017 - Current
- · Directed and managed the English Department, overseeing curriculum development, instructional quality, and academic performance across all year levels.
- · Crafted and executed innovative, student-centric English Language and Literature programmes aligned with national and international standards (e.g., IGCSE, Checkpoint 9).
- · Mentored and supervised a team of six English teachers, promoting professional growth through coaching, lesson observations, and collaborative planning.
- · Initiated and chaired regular departmental meetings to analyse performance data, share best practices, and enhance pedagogical strategies.
- · Devised assessment tools and moderation processes to ensure academic consistency, fairness, and rigor.
- · Delivered engaging lessons tailored for IGCSE students based on the current syllabus.
- · Crafted lessons, activities, exams, and tests for A-level students.
- · Conducted seminars, clinics, training sessions, and workshops for both teachers and students.
- · Organised and invigilated mock exams, adhering to CIE examination marking schemes.
- · Instructed students in Debate and Public Speaking clubs and served as the advisor for the Tunku Abdullah Debate Challenge.
- · Contributed to Marketing initiatives such as Open Days, facilitated poetry writing workshops, participated in the Disciplinary Board, and handled student affairs.
- · Served as Chief Magazine Editor, overseeing the editorial process from content planning to final publication, ensuring a cohesive voice, tone, and quality.
- · Led a team comprising writers, editors, designers, and freelancers to produce engaging, high-impact issues on deadline.
- · Formulated and executed editorial strategies aligned with the magazine's brand, mission, and audience interests, curating themes, cover stories, and special features to ensure topical relevance.
Content Writer (Company Profile and Websites - Freelancer)
Unique world
01.2020 - 06.2025
- Plan, create and meet clients to have an engaging content across multiple platforms, including blogs, social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok), newsletters, and websites. Developed multimedia content (Company profile and websites) using tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and CapCut.
- Collaborated with marketing, design, and product teams to maintain consistent brand voice and visual identity.
Part Timer - Evening Classes
INTI International University
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Head of English Department: Led and managed the English Department, overseeing curriculum development, instructional quality, and academic performance across all year levels. Designed and implemented innovative, student-centered English Language and Literature programs aligned with national/international standards (e.g., IGCSE, Checkpoint 9). Supervised and mentored a team of 6 English teachers, fostering professional growth through coaching, lesson observations, and collaborative planning. Initiated and chaired regular departmental meetings to review performance data, share best practices, and implement pedagogical strategies. Developed assessment tools and moderation processes to ensure consistency, fairness, and academic rigor.
- Teacher: Conduct communicative and exciting lessons for IGCSE students based on the current syllabus. Prepare lessons, activities, exams, and tests for A-level students. Conduct seminars, clinics, training, and workshop for both teachers and students. Prepare and conduct Mock exams and mark papers accordingly referring to CIE exam scheme. Debate and Public Speaking club instructor. Tunku Abdullah Debate Challenge Advisor. Involved in Marketing (Open Days), conducting Poetry writing workshops, involves I Disciplinary board, Counseling as well as student affairs.
- Magazine Editor: Oversaw all editorial operations, from content planning and commissioning to final publication, ensuring consistent voice, tone, and quality. Led a team of writers, editors, designers, and freelancers to produce engaging, high-impact issues on deadline. Developed and executed editorial strategies aligned with the magazine’s brand, mission, and readership interests. Curated themes, cover stories, and special features, while ensuring topical relevance and audience appeal.
- Employment Level: ENL
- Foundation studies and Diploma
- IELTS
- English for Specific Purpose
- Academic Writing
IGCSE English and Biology Teacher
Rafflesia International School
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Conduct Intensive English Program to the students.
- Teach dance and arts as a part of CCA activity.
- Teach English to the students according to their level, from elementary to advanced level.
- Prepare mid and final semester exam papers besides invigilating and marking.
- Conduct seminars and clinics for students.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
English and Microbiology Lecturer
Integrated College of Allied Health and Nursing (ICAN)
05.2010 - 10.2013
- To conduct Intensive English Program to the new students to improve in their interpersonal skills.
- To teach grooming and confidence building sessions to the students and staff.
- To teach English and Biology to the students according to their level, from elementary to advanced level.
- To prepare mid - semester and final semester exam papers to the Medical Lab Technology, Certificate of Health Science, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Pharmacy students
- To revamp on the English syllabus accordingly.
Education
PhD - Educational Psychology
University Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Serdang, Null, Malaysia01-2027
Master of Education - Applied Comparative Linguistics
University Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Bachelor of Education - TESL (Hons)
Universiti Industri Selangor (UNISEL)
Skills
Computer Skills
Able to use Microsoft Windows and XP such as MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel and MS Access as well
References
Inderjeet, Singh, SJIS Principal, dr.inderjeet@zenithschools.edu.my, 0166606124
Leadership Skills
- 2010-2012 Head of English Department, English Language Centre
- 2012-2013 Dance club master
- 2014-2016 Counsellor, Zumba instructor and Staff Club Secretary
- 2017-present Tunku Abdullah Debate Challenge (TADC) advisor
- 2021-present Head of English Department (SJIS)
Preferences
- Willing to travel: Yes
- Willing to relocate: Yes
- Possess own transport: Yes
- Current salary: RM 5,618
- Expected salary: RM 6,800 (negotiable)
- Availability: 3 months notice/ immediately
Timeline
Part Timer - Evening Classes
INTI International University
01.2021 - 12.2022
Content Writer (Company Profile and Websites - Freelancer)
Unique world
01.2020 - 06.2025
Head of English Department/ Chief Magazine Editor
St John's International Secondary School
01.2017 - Current
IGCSE English and Biology Teacher
Rafflesia International School
10.2014 - 01.2016
English and Microbiology Lecturer
Integrated College of Allied Health and Nursing (ICAN)
05.2010 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Education - TESL (Hons)
Universiti Industri Selangor (UNISEL)
Master of Education - Applied Comparative Linguistics
University Putra Malaysia (UPM)
PhD - Educational Psychology
University Putra Malaysia (UPM)