Surrey Schools
Dr. Aina Goraya is an accomplished educator with extensive experience in teaching English and ESL. Currently serving as a Teacher at Surrey Schools since May 2022, Dr. Goraya previously held positions as an English Teacher at Khalsa Schools of BC and an ESL Instructor at ILAC International College, where notable contributions included chairing a session at an International Conference at the University of Toronto. Dr. Goraya has also worked as an Assistant Professor at Gulzar Group of Institutes, publishing the book "Roadmap to Lifetime Employability," and has experience as a University Lecturer at both Desh Bhagat University and Lovely Professional University, where significant achievements included publishing in an international journal and participating in a Cambridge ESOL workshop. Dr. Goraya's academic qualifications include a Ph.D. in English and multiple degrees from Panjab University, complemented by a TESOL Advanced Diploma obtained in Canada.
Surrey Schools
Surrey Schools (School District #36) operates schools in Surrey and White Rock, British Columbia. It is the largest school district in British Columbia with approximately 77,000 students. Surrey Schools includes 103 elementary schools, 21 secondary schools, five student learning centres, three adult education centres and a variety of other programs serving a wide range of specific student needs. The district is Surrey's largest employer with about 12,000+ employees, including more than 6,000 teachers.