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Emilie T. O'Brien

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Dynamic KG1 Teacher with a proven track record at Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls, specializing in fostering strong student relationships and promoting interactive learning. Expert in social-emotional learning and SMART board technology, I excel in creating inclusive environments and enhancing educational outcomes through innovative teaching strategies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

KG1 Teacher

Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls
Abu Dhabi
08.2016 - Current
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.

KG1 English Teacher

ADEK Department of Education and Knowledge
Al Ain
08.2013 - 07.2014
  • Encouraged self-expression among learners through oral presentations or role plays.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop new strategies for teaching English as a second language.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

KG2 /Grade One Teacher

Abu Dhabi International Private School
Abu Dhabi
08.2011 - 07.2013
  • Planned and implemented lessons in multiple subject areas using a wide variety of teaching methods and strategies, according to school benchmarks.
  • I collaborated and presented with peers in a professional development session on differentiation.
  • Develop and create engaging hands-on learning activities and games for classroom use.
  • Create worksheets and PowerPoints to reinforce lessons taught at school and meet school benchmarks.
  • Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
  • Implemented educational programs designed to support English language learners.

English as a foreign language Teacher

Taiwan Public Schools
Magong City, Puzih City, Hsinchu City
02.2007 - 07.2011
  • Led winter and summer camps, integrating reading, writing, and speaking.
  • Prepare students for overseas English contests, and standardized tests.
  • Teach phonics, along with oral, written, and reading English.
  • Co-teach and share planning with Native Taiwanese teachers.
  • Plan and lead lessons for grades one to six based on the set curriculum and school benchmarks.

Education

BA - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
12.2006

AA - Elementary Education

North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, Iowa
05.2004

Skills

  • Serving diverse communities
  • Student records management
  • SMART board aptitude
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Iowa teaching certification with an early childhood education endorsement
  • Parent and teacher conferences
  • Group and individual instruction

Certification

  • State of Iowa Teaching License 972980 current
  • Apple Teacher Certified November 3, 2017
  • Walker Learning Expert Practitioner Level 1 &2 Certified July 9, 2024

References

Sarah Spencer (Head of Library Media)

F93C+8J6 Mubarak Bin Mohammed Street, AL Rowdah

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Home phone: +971 50 236 4972

Work phone: 02 619 5555

Email: sarah.spencer@zayedacademy.ac.ae

Lauren Barwick (Head of Grade KG1)

F93C+8J6 Mubarak Bin Mohammed Street, AL Rowdah

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Home phone: +971 54 456 4695

Work phone: 02 619 5555

Email: lauren.barwick@zayedacademy.ac.ae

Nicola Matthews  (Head of KG and Elementary)

F93C+8J6 Mubarak Bin Mohammed Street, AL Rowdah

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Home phone: +971 55 9868716

Work phone: 02 619 5555

Email: Nicola.Matthews@zayedacademy.ac.ae

 

Timeline

KG1 Teacher

Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls
08.2016 - Current

KG1 English Teacher

ADEK Department of Education and Knowledge
08.2013 - 07.2014

KG2 /Grade One Teacher

Abu Dhabi International Private School
08.2011 - 07.2013

English as a foreign language Teacher

Taiwan Public Schools
02.2007 - 07.2011

BA - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Iowa

AA - Elementary Education

North Iowa Area Community College

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