Our Staff

Sr. Rabia Ismail - Principal

Sr Rabia Ismail is a qualified teacher from England, holding a Bachelors degree in Economics and Business. She has over 10 years of teaching experience, working in different establishments both in England and in Canada. Sr Rabia has been with Brock Elementary School for 4 years, as a member of the School Board and as the Vice Principal. She is honoured to take on the role of Principal and looks forward to a partnership with the students, parents and teachers to make the learning experience of each student a  successful and memorable one.

Sr. Saira Khan – Vice Principal

Sister Saira Khan comes from a background of teaching and marketing. She graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. She also holds a Certificate in Digital Marketing from UofT and Certifications to teach English. Sister Saira has extensive experience in various classroom settings, teaching all age groups from primary students to adult learning. This is her third year at Brock Elementary School. She is honoured to be Vice-Principal at BES and looks forward to a successful academic year.

Sr. Khatija- Admin & Social Media Manager

Sr Khatija is a dedicated mom of four and a small business owner with a passion for social media. Drawing from her experience in growing her own small business, she leverages current apps to engage and connect with users. Sr Khatija holds a degree in nursing with a minor in psychology, blending her diverse skills to create impactful digital content.

Sr. Aamna- Admin & Floater Teacher

Sr Aamna is an early childhood educator and administrator with over 15 years of experience in the field. Passionate about fostering the growth and development of young children, she is also committed to creating enriching educational environments that promote learning, creativity, and social-emotional development. In addition to teaching, she also likes to take on various administrative responsibilities such as collaboration, inclusivity, and a commitment to professional development for staff. She believes that a supportive and well-trained team is crucial for providing the best educational experiences for children.

Sr. Lisa – JK Lead Teacher

Sister Lisa is an OCT-certified teacher.  She holds a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Anthropology from Trent University.  She taught grades 1 to 4 in the United Arab Emirates for over 20 years.  She has previously taught at the Islamic School of Hamilton.  Sister Lisa looks forward to an exciting year full of new experiences and opportunities to develop young learners during their first year at school.  She seeks to create an enjoyable and engaging learning environment where all students feel a sense of accomplishment and experience success.    

Sr. Mahruq Lodi- JK ECE 

Sister Mahruq Lodi is a qualified teacher with experience in teaching Playschool, Kindergarten, and Primary school with diverse backgrounds and cultures. She holds a master’s degree in English Literature, and a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Psychology; both from the prestigious Osmania University of Hyderabad, India. In addition, she has the following certifications from Cambridge university: Differentiated Instructions, Teaching IELTS, Lesson planning and Classroom management.

As a result of her qualifications and experience, she is able to design creative and stimulating lessons and activities with a hands-on approach keeping students interested and focused at all times. Her strengths include being able to understand and work with students from different backgrounds, cultures, and varying degrees of proficiency levels in developing and enhancing their cognitive abilities. With her experience and abilities, she can engage, inspire, and motivate students ensuring that they not only develop to be better students but more importantly better people.

Sr. Nour- SK Lead Teacher

Sister Nour Abseh has earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto. She has also acquired a CELTA certificate and has completed her Applied Behaviour Analysis training and Verbal Behaviour training with Autism Therapy and Training Inc. located in Woodbridge, Ontario. Sister Nour has worked with learners of various needs in different settings and enjoys teaching and inspiring young minds to become creative thinkers and independent learners. 

Sr. Sameera – SK ECE

Sister Sameera Imtiaz has a background in Electronics Engineering and ECE from Durham College. It is her pleasure to be working, learning, and growing with your little ones at our wonderful school.

Sr. Laila – Grade 1

Sister Laila is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with four years of dedicated experience in the field. She began her teaching journey with the Regina Public School Board. She is currently pursuing her Master of Education in Teaching, Learning, and Leadership. Sister Laila is committed to creating a nurturing and safe environment for her students. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes individualized learning, recognizing that each student is unique, with their own strengths and challenges.

She is passionate about supporting the growth of her students not only academically but also in character and personal development. With a particular expertise in working with middle school students and those learning English as a Second Language (ESL), she is also a certified TESOL teacher. Sister Laila firmly believes in the power of effective communication and tailored educational approaches to help every student thrive both academically and personally.

Sr. Meshal- Grade 2

Sr. Meshal believes in creating a safe and engaging classroom that fosters empathy, curiosity, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning. In one of her past experiences, she has had the opportunity to deliver learning environments to young ESL students at Centennial College, leaving a positive impact on their early years. She has enjoyed over 8 years of teaching experience across numerous elementary, private and college institutes. Sr. Meshal holds a Communication degree from University of Karachi and is an OCELT certified teacher with TESL Ontario. 

Sr. Amna- Grade 3

With a background as a Computer System Engineer, a Master’s in Education from Murdoch University, and an OTHM Level 7 qualification in Educational Leadership and Management, Sr Amna Manzoor is a dedicated professional in education for more than 15 years. As teacher she designs innovative, tech-integrated learning experiences that engage and inspire students.

Her roles extend beyond the classroom as a Teacher Ambassador at UpSchool and a Board Committee Member at Belouga.org. She also serves as the UAE National Coordinator for the CERN Beamline Schools Project, showcasing her leadership in global educational initiatives. A certified Microsoft Innovative Educator, she was instrumental in nominating Pristine Private School as a Microsoft School for the 2016-17 year. Her commitment to educational excellence is reflected in her involvement with the Microsoft Training and Certification network and as a Policy Analyst for the PLP Education Project in Gilgit-Baltistan. She also serves as an Advisor for Voicee.ai, staying at the forefront of educational technology and innovation.

Sr. Erum – Grade 4

Sister Erum is a motivated individual and knows how to bring out the best in students. She does not shy away from challenges and meets them head on. Equipped with 10 years of teaching, tutoring and IT experience throughout GTA. She has a Bachelors in Computer Sciences and has done Advanced Montessori teacher’s training from the London School of Montessori. She has taught elementary students at other Islamic schools, including Madinatul- Uloom. She has also tutored and mentored high school students. She has extensive experience with students of all abilities and ages. She is kind and nurturing, and believes it is important for children to have a good foundation to become productive and kind individuals in society .

Sr. Amale Aldarwish- Grade 5

Sister Amale Hasan Aldarwish is an Ontario Certified Junior/ Intermediate Teacher with over twenty years experience in the education. She holds a Master of Education from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) focusing on Digital Technologies in Education, a Bachelor of Educational Sciences, and Additional Qualification Courses in English as a Second Language. She taught in the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) schools in Jordan for ten years as an English teacher. She was an active member of the school development team and provided training and staff development for hundred teachers. In Canada, she worked as an ESL instructor in Durham Continuing Education-LINC program and worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). Sister Amale has been teaching grades 4 to 7 at Brock Elementary School since 2017. Sister Amale is committed to create a space for all her students to explore their own learning styles. She strives to help her students to develop their interests and guide their absorption of the material to raise strong and confident Muslim children.

Sr. Zubeda- Grade 6/7

Sister Zubeda is a dedicated educator with a Master’s degree in Physics and a background in Electronics Engineering Technology, bringing over 15 years of experience in teaching and tutoring. Her diverse teaching experience spans from Islamic schools to various educational settings, where she has engaged students from grade 1 through high school. Passionate about fostering an inclusive learning environment, sister Zubeda is committed to understanding and accommodating each student’s unique learning style. She strives to inspire curiosity, develop individual interests, and guide her students in mastering material, all while nurturing their growth into strong, confident Muslim individuals.

Sr. May Sanyoura - Core French

Sister May Sanyoura is a Bachelor of Science graduate from the Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec. She is the Core-French teacher for Grades 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 in our school. Sister May lived for 16 years in Montreal where she studied French. She has completed all the required courses to be the Core-French Teacher at the elementary level. She taught French, and other languages while working as a daycare educator, as well as a teacher at a local masjid.

Sr. Muna Madi - Arabic and Quran

Sr. Muna is the Arabic and Quran teacher for the Senior Kindergarten students to Grade Seven. Her certification in Quran Tajweed rules and Islamic Aqeeda and Fiqh has allowed her to be creative with teaching young children and making sure that they understand every lesson and apply it to their daily life in an easy and desirable learning process. She is looking forward to replicating this and contributing to Brock Elementary School to help build a strong Muslim generation. Sr. Muna has eight years of teaching experience in the subjects of Arabic, Quran, and Islamic Studies. With vital class aptitude including patience and motivational skills along with the passion for teaching and working in an educational environment. She believes that to build a better and solid individual and united community we must start by teaching our children Arabic, Quran and Islamic studies at a young age. Sr. Muna has worked with different Islamic schools including Seerah Mission School (SMS) and Madinatul Uloom.