Shyja Shihab

Science HOD

Ms. Shyja Shihab is a dedicated Science Educator with a B.Ed. in Natural Science and over 19 years of experience in teaching Biology and General Science. She has served as Head of Science and Subject Coordinator, leading teams to achieve academic excellence and innovative teaching practices.

Passionate about environmental education, Ms. Shyja has been an active leader of the Sustainable Schools Initiative (SSI) and Eco Club. Her outstanding contributions have been recognized through prestigious honors such as the Global SDG Woman Warrior Excellence Award (2022), multiple Best Teacher Award nominations by ADEK, and a Certificate of Appreciation from the Sustainable Schools Initiative, Abu Dhabi (2023–2024). She has also been honored in the Green Star Program (2023–2025) by the Environmental Agency (EAD) for her dedication to sustainability. Ms. Shyja actively engages in professional development, including ADEK’s Healthy Living Unit Session, and continues to inspire future-ready learners who are both scientifically literate and environmentally responsible.

Hosam Awad Shata

HOD, MOE Subjects

the Head of the Arabic Department. With a Bachelor's degree in Arabic Language and over 15 years of teaching experience, I am dedicated to leading our department and fostering a environment of academic excellence. My passion is to cultivate a deep appreciation for the Arabic language among both our students and faculty."

Raz Mohammad

Mathematics HOD

The Head of the Mathematics Department, with a Master’s degree in Mathematics and a UAE Ministry of Education teaching license. He has extensive experience Education teaching license. He has extensive experience teaching Grades 6 to 12 under the American Curriculum and leads curriculum planning, teacher mentoring, assessment design, and departmental development. Raz is passionate about curriculum innovation, differentiated instruction, and integrating digital tools to enhance learning. He also promotes student growth through math competitions, assemblies, and extracurricular activities, reflecting his commitment to excellence in both teaching and leadership.

Chona Yet

Inclusion Head

Chona Yet Yaneza is a specialist educator with a dedicated focus on supporting neurodivergent learners and students with diverse learning needs. With a robust background in psychology and special education spanning over 25 years, she excels in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) grounded in evidence-based instructional strategies, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

She is widely recognized for her exceptional professionalism, deep empathy, and remarkable adaptability, qualities that enable her to create truly inclusive classroom environments. These environments are meticulously designed to foster not only significant academic achievement but also the social and emotional well-being of every student.

Ms. Yaneza is deeply committed to collaborative practice, effectively partnering with parents, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic and consistent support system for each learner, aligning with best practices in special education.

Mr. Abderrahmane Moutali

HOD of English

Abderrahmane Moutali is a UAE-licensed English teacher with over a decade of experience teaching English across the Middle East and North Africa. Currently serving as Head of English Department at MBK School in Al Ain, he specializes in curriculum development, teacher training, and fostering engaging, student-centered learning environments.

Throughout his career, Abderrahmane has held teaching and leadership roles in the UAE, Oman, Morocco, and Mauritania. His work with the Ministry of Education in Abu Dhabi included adapting curriculum to national standards, developing remedial support programs for students with special needs, and delivering training workshops for English teachers across all cycles.

He has supervised academic teams, coordinated research initiatives, and contributed to the design of assessment systems that support both learners and teachers. His teaching philosophy integrates interactive pedagogy, digital tools, and a strong commitment to cultural values that encourage collaboration, gratitude, and patience.

Abderrahmane has a CELTA from Cambridge, a Master’s in Applied Linguistics and Education from SMBA University of Fez, and a BA in English Language and Literature from Nouakchott University.   Fluent in English and Arabic, with advanced French and working Spanish, he brings a multilingual and multicultural perspective to his work in education. 

Mrs. Sabitha K A

Literacy Coordinator

Mrs. Sabitha K A is a UAE Accredited English Language Specialist and English Teacher with 12 years of experience and a TESOL Teaching License. As Literacy Coordinator, she brings expertise in reading and literacy development, alongside her experience as former Head of the English Department, in high school English instruction and academic leadership. Recognized with the Best Teacher Award 2024 by the Ajman Association in collaboration with the Indian Consulate and multiple ADEK award nominations, she is committed to fostering language proficiency, creativity, and critical thinking. Her dedication to innovative teaching continues to enrich the learning experience for all students.