Our Team

The LEVIT team will do everything to make sure that your learning experience with us meets the highest standards in the region. Coming from different Academic backgrounds and nationalities, we represent the diversity of the Levant. All teachers at the LEVIT hold at least a BA in literature or social sciences and most of our staff possess a Master’s Degree in fields such as Arabic Literature, Philosophy, Law or History. 

At the LEVIT we make sure that all teachers went through an intensive training before starting with us, new teachers always find the support of seniors and our Education Coordinator gives the department coherence and dynamism. 

Our team is professional, young, motivated, friendly and ambitious, as former students at the LEVIT will tell you, the teachers build a very strong bond with our students and are always present to assist them. They will gladly give you any tips you might need about the city.


Marina, Director

Marina is a Lebanese/South African who has lived and worked in different countries.  Her passion for learning new cultures and experiences led her to become involved in the education field. With over 20 years of experience in education, she is currently the director of the Levantine Institute where she has been working since 2019.

Under her leadership, the Institute has expanded its Arabic language programs to reach more students both in-person and online. She is always looking for innovative ways to promote the Institute's education model and Arabic language programs. Her diverse work experiences ranging from software consultant to career consultant and school management helped shape her holistic approach to education. Her computer science education and background in technology further enable her to integrate new technologies into the Institute's programs. Her love of travel and experiencing other cultures have given her a global mindset and outlook that she brings to her work in education.



Ahmad, Deputy Director

Ahmad is currently the Deputy Director, he’s overseeing our operations in Beirut. With over 16 years of experience in management and logistics, Ahmad brings invaluable expertise to our team. His exceptional leadership and profound knowledge of quality management systems make him an indispensable asset to our organization. Ahmad actively contributes to the cultural and artistic environment in the city, including initiatives like Riwayat Cinema. His passion and dedication to promoting related cultural events further enriches our institute's offerings.




Amani, Accountant

Amani, holds a Master's Degree in Business Finance from the Lebanese University. Prior to her current role, she gained six years of valuable experience and she also has a good experience in banking and auditing. She has been with the institute since 2019.


Meet Our Teachers




Fatima, Tripoli Language Coordinator

Fatima holds a Master’s degree in History and has been teaching Levantine Dialect and MSA for the past 8 years. She has substantial knowledge in international and regional politics, Levantine grammar, local culture and teaching Syrian refugees.



Amani 

Amani, holds a teaching diploma from the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), a TAFL certificate from IABC Institute, and is currently researching for a master’s degree in Teaching and Pedagogical Counselling at USJ. She has vast experience in teaching languages following the most active and up-to-date approaches. Her motto in life is inspired by Goethe J.W, "Everything is hard before it is easy," so she will be there to make your Arabic learning as easy as possible.



Aimée

Aimée, an Arabic teacher holding a Bachelor degree in Translation, and a teaching diploma from the Lebanese University. She also holds a TAFL certificate from IABC Institute, and she is currently researching for a Master's Degree in Teaching Arabic as a Foreign and Applied Language. With more than 5 years of experience in teaching in school and online, Aimée has developed a unique approach to teaching, planning, and designing curriculums tailored to the learner's expectations and needs to make their learning journey as fruitful as possible.



Hassana

Hassana, holds a Masters in Arabic Literature from the Lebanese University, Fluent in English and French, With 3 years of experience, excels at creating dynamic and effective learning environments and her personalized approach ensures that each student receives the individual attention and support needed for success.



Jamila

Jamila, an Arabic Copywriter and Arabic teacher with 5 years of experience. She is  currently a student doing a Master's Degree in Conference translation at USJ (Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth).  Jamila's lessons are carefully crafted to meet the needs of each student, taking into consideration their individual learning styles and abilities



Julie

Julie is an Arabic teacher with more than 5 years of experience. She holds a BA degree in Education from the UOB (University of Balamand). She has a unique approach to teaching that will surely make every class you have with her as valuable as possible.

Manal

Manal has been teaching Arabic since 2005. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Arabic Language and Literature. She joined the Levantine Institute in 2017, where she has since focused on teaching Arabic to non-native speakers. Manal customizes her lessons to meet the unique goals of each student.

Her teaching approach emphasizes clarity, making Arabic grammar accessible and enjoyable to learners of all backgrounds. Manal's commitment to her students’ success is evident through her personalized guidance and the positive feedback she consistently receives.


Mariam

Mariam, an Arabic teacher with more than 6 years of experience. She holds a Master degree in comparative literature Arabic/ Spanish, Bachelor degree in Arabic language and literature, and Psychology from Beirut Arab University, a Teaching Diploma from Canada, and a Diploma in International Relations, she's also an official member of the International federation of Arabic Language. Mariam has a passion for teaching the Arabic language with a keen to spread positivity and genuinely enjoy teaching and engaging with students.



Maya

Maya holds a teaching diploma from the USJ (Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth) and has been teaching since 2011. With more than 11 years of experience, her creative approach to teaching will surely make any lesson as memorable as possible.



Sherine

Sherine, an Arabic teacher that holds a Master’s in Arabic literature and has prior experiences working with NGOs and has strong skills in Modern Standard Arabic grammar. Her smile and positivity will make you go through the most challenging part of ”qawa3ed” (Arabic grammar).



Zeina, Beirut Language Coordinator

Zeina, holds a Master's degree in Arabic Literature. With a deep passion for the language and culture, she has dedicated her career to teaching Arabic to students of all ages. Her unique background in literature allows her to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the language, its history, and its cultural significance. She also has 5 years experience teaching in NGOs.