Mazeri Bin Othman was born on 7 September 1974. He currently resides in Lubok Jong, Pasir Mas, Kelantan. He is an experienced person in the field of education with excellent academic achievements. He has a happy family with four children. He started his early education at Sekolah Kebangsaan Tok Sangkut and continued his secondary education at SMK Tengku Panglima Raja. After completing secondary education, he continued his studies at the Sultan Idris Institute of Education from 1996 to 1999, obtaining a Diploma in Education in music and art.
His academic achievements continued to grow when he followed a Bachelor's Degree program in geography and history at Universiti Sains Malaysia from 2003 to 2007. He then continued his studies to a higher level by obtaining a Master's Degree in educational management from Universiti Utara Malaysia in 2011 until 2013. In June 2022, he attended the gathering of the Teacher Education Institute after completing the Optional Intervention Program (PITO) course in English. He was awarded an Advanced Degree. Immersed in full-time PhD research, he passionately explores the depths of education. With an insatiable curiosity and a razor-sharp focus, he is determined to uncover new insights and push the boundaries of knowledge in his field.
He is also known as an individual who can speak three languages , namely Bahasa Malaysia, English, and Thai. His ability in these languages further expands the scope of his communication and enables him to interact with various layers of society. His life experience became more colorful when he migrated to Kuala Lumpur from 1994 to 1996. While in the capital city, he took various jobs to earn a living, showing persistence and perseverance. The jobs that have been carried out include being a restaurant waiter, a kitchen assistant at KFC, a necktie seller, and a temporary teacher.
He is a person who strives and works hard to adapt to life in the city. This experience has also strengthened his determination to pursue his ideals of education and academic excellence, which is now an inspiration to many individuals who know him. As a dedicated educator, his career journey reflects persistence in the pursuit of knowledge and earnestness in contributing to society, especially in education. He started teaching on 17 January 2000 at Sekolah Kebangsaan Pulat, Gua Musang, Kelantan. He taught there for about two years. Later, he moved to Sekolah Kebangsaan Bukit Perah for almost ten years, significantly impacting the students there.
In 2012, he moved to Sekolah Kebangsaan Rantau Panjang, and his latest school is Sekolah Kebangsaan Gual To'Deh. As a non-optional English teacher for more than two decades, his teaching ability has been the central pillar in strengthening the quality of education in the schools he serves.
Nevertheless, the spirit of learning and always looking for improvement became his inspiration. he followed a 1-year course called Tesl's Optional Intervention Program (PITO) and successfully improved his skills and competence in teaching English.
Recognition as an optional English teacher is a proud achievement, which opens up new opportunities for him and benefits the students he teaches. His role as Head of the English Language Committee at Sekolah Kebangsaan Gual To'Deh from 2019 to 2023 shows a high commitment to developing the English language field at the school.
As a teacher, he has highlighted his ability to manage and lead initiatives to improve teaching and learning quality. He is not only actively involved in the critical administration and management of the school but also focuses on direct teaching in the classroom. By conducting classes in unique rooms, namely the Self-Access Learning (SAL) room and the 21st-century room, he has allowed students to engage in a more comprehensive and up-to-date learning experience.
This step reflects the effectiveness of his holistic and future-oriented learning strategy. He focuses on academic aspects and developing generic skills and critical thinking abilities among students. He actively disseminates information about school activities through a blog reflecting his enthusiasm to expand education's influence beyond the school walls. By providing the platform, he has allowed parents, students, and the local community to participate actively in the school's development and achievements.
In addition, his efforts in producing education-related articles, especially at Sekolah Kebangsaan Gual To'Deh, are another example of his earnestness in sharing experience and knowledge with the broader education community. Although some articles may not be officially published, his contributions still have a positive impact in enriching discussions and views in the field of education.
This initiative shows his ability to convey ideas and ideas in writing and his willingness to continue learning and sharing with others. This action shows the spirit of leadership and the desire to continuously contribute to education development at the local and international levels. Apart from his commitment to the field of education, he also shows sensitivity and concern for the community's welfare through involvement in his own NGO, the NGO Hannan. Through this initiative, he has contributed to efforts to help flood victims by providing practical assistance and moral support.
When the flood disaster struck, he and Hannan's NGO team went to the field to help clean the houses of flood victims and assist in the form of donations of food and other necessities. This effort provides immediate assistance to those affected and gives them hope and support in facing the challenges faced. This charitable endeavor shows his willingness to help others in difficult times. His caring attitude and ability to act proactively in assisting the local community is a proud example and should be emulated by all
His determination to make Sekolah Kebangsaan Gual To'Deh a leading English language development center at the Kelantan state level and possibly at the international level is a passionate and meaningful aspiration. With a high commitment to teaching and learning English, as well as involvement in initiatives and programs that support the development of language skills, he shows that excellence in education is a goal that can be achieved with continuous effort. His determination and willingness to be actively involved in various fields, from teaching in the classroom to research and community welfare activities, shows that he is an experienced educator and an inspiring and influential leader.
As someone who has dedicated their life to educating others, I've been on a journey that has been both challenging and rewarding. From my early days as a novice teacher to my current position as an experienced educator, I've learned so much about the power of education to transform lives. Through my years of experience, I've come to understand that education is not just about imparting knowledge, but also about building relationships, fostering critical thinking, and inspiring creativity. As an educator, I believe that it's my responsibility to create an environment where students feel safe, valued, and empowered to learn. My journey has taught me that every student is unique, and that a one-size-fits-all approach to education simply doesn't work. Instead, I strive to create personalized learning experiences that meet the individual needs of each student. While my journey as an educator has had its ups and downs, I wouldn't trade it for anything. Seeing the impact that I've had on my students' lives, and knowing that I've helped them to reach their full potential, is the greatest reward I could ever hope for.My journey as an educator
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