
Saba Sayed
Secondary School Facilitator - English
Pune, Maharashtra
- Experience
- 20+ years
- Curriculum expertise
- Cambridge / British, IB, CBSE
- Grade span
- Grades 9 - A Levels/ Gr12
About Saba
English Language Educator, Trainer, and Mentor with 20+ years of international teaching experience, blending language with AI integrated technology, and emotional intelligence to foster 21st-century skills and create future-ready learners.
With over 20 years of national and international experience, including extensive experience in Saudi Arabia (KSA), I am a seasoned English Language Educator, Trainer, Mentor, and Academic Leader committed to making learning purposeful, relevant, and transformative.
My professional journey across IGCSE, GCSE, CBSE, IB, and Cambridge AS & A Levels has encompassed teaching, curriculum design and innovation, academic leadership, teacher development, assessment, mentoring, and learner-centered pedagogy.
At 21K School, I teach Cambridge AS & A Level English Language, IGCSE First Language English, and ESL, with a strong focus on developing confident communication, critical thinking, creativity, and 21st-century skills. I am passionate about harnessing AI and technology through purposeful pedagogy and integrating emotional intelligence into learning to create engaging, future-ready educational experiences.
I believe education goes beyond academic achievement—it is about empowering learners with the confidence, curiosity, adaptability, and empathy to find their voice and make a meaningful impact in an ever-changing world.
I teach because I believe the right words can build confidence, open minds, and change the way we see ourselves and the world. For me, the greatest reward is not simply academic achievement, but witnessing a learner find their voice, discover their confidence, think independently, and realize that they are capable of making a difference.
Career highlights
- 2023–presentSecondary & Senior Secondary English Language Educator21K School
- 2020–2023Principal & IGCSE English TeacherLearning Oasis International School, Pune
- 2010–2020CBSE English Teacher, Secondary GradeInternational Indian Public School, Riyadh
- 2014–2019Spoken English & Soft Skills TrainerMidwest Education Group, USA
- 2014–2016Supervisor-Headmistress, Middle Grade Girls’ SectionInternational Indian Public School, Riyadh
- 2006–2010IB/GCSE Special English Teacher & HODAl Huda International School, Riyadh
Qualifications & credentials
- M.A. (Hons.)English
- B.A. (Hons.)English
- B.Ed.English Language & Literature
- D.Ed.Diploma in Education
- DiplomaAdolescent & Relationship Counseling
- TESOL & TEFL Certification
- Google Certified Educator
- Train the Trainer (TTT) Certification
- Trep$ Trainer
Saba’s Philosophy
I blend purposeful pedagogy with AI and technology to empower learners with the 21st-century skills, confidence, critical thinking, empathy, and curiosity needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
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