RUSHAF KASSEM

Taldara (Hama), Syria | +971 547168873 | rushaf_kasem@hotmail.com

Nationality: Syrian | Date of Birth: 31/03/1984

SUMMARY
A dedicated and passionate leader in the Sports industry whose qualifications are a result of top education,
skills and varied work experience.

I have been described as self-motivated, energetic, committed and flexible as required for my tasks in
different sports’ teams and professional roles.

I am convinced that my social competence, notion of excellence and dedication together with my hardworking
personality would be great assets to sports enterprises and teams.

EDUCATION
Tishreen University, Latakia, Syria 2014
Master’s Degree in Sports Science: Sports Growth Innovation and Spatial Academic
Subjects covered: Training Science, Research Methods, Physiology
Thesis: "Creation of a Training Program to Improve the Performance of the Setting and Proficiency of the
Respective Sport"
Merit achievement with a 84.59% average grade.

Tishreen University, Latakia, Syria 2008

Bachelor Degree in Sports Science.
Specialization in Training & Coaching
Subjects covered: Team Games, Tennis, and Contests Management
Merit achievement with a 71.12% average grade.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Al Qadisiyah, Ain Al Amoud, Al Kifah Public Schools, Syria 2011 – Present

Teacher in Physical Education at
Taught a variety of sports with special focus on team building and physical
health. Encouraged the importance of healthy habits through the promotion
of regular fitness practices and nutrition.

Hama University, Hama, Syria 2010 - 2013

Lecturer and Coach in Physical Education
Developed syllabus and overall course structure and administered grades.
Responsibilities include organizing classes to accommodate the needs of
students with special requirements. Introduce different international games to
increase cultural awareness and work with small groups to help develop their
physical and social skills.
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Tishreen University, Latakia, Syria 2010 - 2012

Lecturer and Coach in Physical Education
Taught physical education lessons focus on strengthening balance,
coordination, agility, and development of motor skills. Focus in areas of
mentorship, peer mediation and cultural integration. Coached and played
with the university team and achieved many champions and medals.

Freelancer, Taldara (Hama), Syria 2013 - Present

Trainer for Gymnastics and Aerobics
Physical Training for ladies for fitness and bodybuilding.
Gymnastics training for children from 4 to 13 years old

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Syrian National Indoor Volleyball Team, Syria 2003 - Present

Team Player
Playing within the national team which is composed of 12 players to represent all Syrian Olympic
Volleyball Athletes

Taldara Volleyball Club, Syria 2000 - Present

Coach for Female Division
Training and motivating the team leading to outstanding achievement records

Taldara Volleyball Club, Syria 1997 - Present

Team Player
Excellent performance records in the Volleyball First League.

Syrian National Beach Volleyball Team, Syria 2005 - 2012

Team Player
Playing within the national team which is composed of 6 players to represent all Syrian Olympic
Beach Volleyball Athletes

CERTIFICATIONS
ICDL - International Computer Driving License
Leading international computer skills certification program

AWARDS
Silver Medal, 9th Arab Beach Volleyball Championship for Women October 2010
Jordan

Bronze Medal, The 8th Arab Volleyball Championship For Women 2006
Jordan

Gold Medal, 4th Arab Beach Volleyball Championship for Women July 2006
Jordan

Silver Medal, The Women Islamic Solidarity Cup 2005

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Iran

Silver Medal, 3th Arab Beach Volleyball Championship for Women September 2005
Syria

4th Place Recognition, 2nd Arab Beach Volleyball Championship for Women September 2004
Syria

Silver Medal, The Women Islamic Solidarity Cup 2003

Qatar

4th Place Recognition, The Crown Hotel Beach Volleyball Championship June 2001
Jordan

Gold Medal, The Yarmouk College Volleyball Championship May 2000

Jordan

LANGUAGES
Arabic – native language
English – high proficiency

REFERENCES

Professor : Olfat Watfeh, Dean of Sport Education College, Tishreen University, Latakia, Syria
Mob. +963 944 254245 .

Professor : Qasem Khalil Ibrahim ,Lecturer in Sport Education College, Tishreen University, Latakia, Syria
Mob. +963 944 254245 .