Passionate and upbeat educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Determined to help schools enhance their literacy and intervention program in order to maximize student growth and success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IB Grade Three Teacher: Grade Level Lead
GEMS International School
08.2022 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
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Differentiated inquiry based instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Served on primary math committee
Served a grade level lead (2023- Present)
Served on school board as a middle leader
IB Grade Four Teacher
Gems World Academy
08.2019 - 07.2022
Created and implemented PYP lessons to engage students
Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on inquiry based activities
Used a balance literacy program to enhance student growth
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress
Served as Director of Disruptive Thinking
Served as intermediate team lead
Served as a representative on School leadership team
Served on schoolwide math committee
English Medium Teacher
Ministry of Education
08.2017 - 08.2019
Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
Collaborated with native Arabic staff to plan effective ELL lessons
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress
Promoted parent and community involvement for student support
Third Grade Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Collaborated with grade level to plan and develop inquiry based units
Created thematic units using Florida State Standards
Monitored student learning and growth according to target goals
Encourage parent involvement for student support
Third Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
Created and implemented PYP lessons
Encouraged student curiosity and interest using hands-on inquiry based activities
Monitored student learning by tracking assessment data
Served on school leadership team
Served on school behavior management committee
Served on school interview committee
English Medium Teacher
Abu Dhabi Education Council
08.2012 - 07.2014
Collaborated with native staff to create authentic English, Math and Science lessons for English Language Learners
Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests
Monitored student learning and growth by tracking data and using portfolios
Implemented a positive classroom management plan
Promoted parent and community involvement
First Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Schools
08.2009 - 06.2012
Created and implemented authentic lessons using state standards
Used a balanced literacy program to guide student growth
Monitored student learning by tracking data
Implemented positive classroom management plan
Education
Master of Science - Reading Education
Bowie State University
12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida A & M University
05.2009
Skills
Standardized tests
Relationship building
Team collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Organizational skills
Technology integration
Differentiated instruction
Balanced literacy program
Student Engagement
Certification
Certified Apple Teacher
Cultures of Thinking in Action
NWEA MAP
IB Primary Years Program
Timeline
IB Grade Three Teacher: Grade Level Lead
GEMS International School
08.2022 - Current
IB Grade Four Teacher
Gems World Academy
08.2019 - 07.2022
English Medium Teacher
Ministry of Education
08.2017 - 08.2019
Third Grade Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Third Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
English Medium Teacher
Abu Dhabi Education Council
08.2012 - 07.2014
First Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Schools
08.2009 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida A & M University
Certified Apple Teacher
Cultures of Thinking in Action
NWEA MAP
IB Primary Years Program
Master of Science - Reading Education
Bowie State University
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