Sanjeera Siddiqui

Executive Leader I Director of Innovation and Data at GEMS Cambridge International Private School, Sharjah

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An accomplished educational leader with nearly 18 years of experience, Sanjeera Siddiqui has spent the majority of her career in leadership roles across UAE schools. She has held executive, senior, and middle leadership positions, driving transformational initiatives that enhance teaching practices, student outcomes, and school improvement. Sanjeera holds a PhD in Computer Science and the NPQSL UK Qualification. Throughout her career, she has led impactful initiatives in AI integration, digital transformation, STEAM education, curriculum development, quality assurance, and data-informed decision-making, empowering educators and students to embrace emerging technologies. Under her leadership, her school achieved the Gold AI Quality Mark from the Good Foundation UK.

A passionate advocate for teacher empowerment, Sanjeera designs professional development focused on AI, EdTech, digital learning, data, and innovative pedagogy. Her contributions have been recognised through prestigious awards, including the Golden Apple Award, LEGO Education Teacher Award, and Above & Beyond Awards. Sanjeera is committed to helping schools harness AI, data, and emerging technologies to reduce workload, enhance creativity, and create meaningful learning experiences for educators and students.