Afroza Sulthana
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
A former History Teacher who has committed several years in the classroom to help students understand their rights and exercise their civic duties. The goal was to support students in understanding Social Studies concepts, cultivating an appreciation for global citizenship, and fostering skills in communication, creativity and advocacy . I am eager to continue to inspire others, outside of the classroom, in developing an awareness of identity, privilege, and cultural differences, as well as promote a sensitivity around inclusion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Humanities Teacher
Millennium Brooklyn High School
09.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, slides and materials to meet the needs and strengths of all students, in addition to providing students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Researched the best practices for merging Social Studies and ELA curriculum to expose students to necessary history content and works of literature that coincide with one another thematically and chronologically.
- Analyzed student data to target specific student needs, tailored lesson material with additional reinforcements, and successfully implemented feedback that informed pedagogical strategies.
- Cultivated conversations in the classroom as well as outside of the classroom with clubs, counselors and teachers on providing accessible and necessary support for students' social-emotional wellness.
- Used up-to-date technology to support online learning, including but not limited to Zoom, Google Classroom, Jupiter, CourseHero, as well as my own digital materials & presentations.
Global Studies Teacher
Hunter College High School
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Incorporated audio/visual elements (technology), diverse primary/secondary sources, and college-level readings to classroom activities to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Collaborated with colleagues, across other disciplines, in creating and utilizing meaningful lesson material(s) that is reflective of diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of the student body
- Directed student-led clubs, 8th grade advisory, and departmental tutoring hours to ensure students were represented and supported outside of the classroom, consistently refining ideas and systems to better support student learning and engagement
- Fulfilled school-wide requirements, such as attendance records, Professional Development workshops, team (grade & subject specific) meetings, and office hours for students.
History Teacher
Brooklyn High School Of The Arts
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Encouraged student engagement by diversifying classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules established by the school.
- Supervised classrooms of up to 30 students, reporting concerns and keeping detailed behavioral records. Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum & Teaching And Secondary Education
Teachers College of Columbia University
New York, NY10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History And Secondary Education
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY01.2016
Skills
- Knowledge of UX design, roles & responsibilities, tools/strategies, planning, research methods, and developing stories,
- Inclusion of diverse teaching materials with an emphasis on service and accommodations for diverse learners
- Established and implemented best practices, teaching both in and outside of the classroom, facilitating professional development workshops and organizing school-wide events
- Collecting, assessing and using data to inform teaching practices, assessment materials and intervention plans
Certification
California Commission of Teaching Credentialing Certificate in Social Science - November 2022
Coursera Google Certification in Foundations of UX Design & UX Design Process January 2024
New York State Social Studies Grades 7-12 Professional Certificate- November 2019
New York State Social Studies Grades 7-12 Initial Certificate- February 2016
Timeline
Humanities Teacher
Millennium Brooklyn High School
09.2021 - Current
Global Studies Teacher
Hunter College High School
08.2016 - 08.2020
History Teacher
Brooklyn High School Of The Arts
02.2016 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Curriculum & Teaching And Secondary Education
Teachers College of Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts - History And Secondary Education
Hunter College of The City University of New York
California Commission of Teaching Credentialing Certificate in Social Science - November 2022
Coursera Google Certification in Foundations of UX Design & UX Design Process January 2024
New York State Social Studies Grades 7-12 Professional Certificate- November 2019
New York State Social Studies Grades 7-12 Initial Certificate- February 2016
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