Alima Afzali
Fremont,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Washington High School, adept at classroom management. Proven ability to engage students through differentiated instruction and technology integration, fostering a positive learning environment. Committed to enhancing student achievement and collaboration, consistently exceeding expectations in academic support and assessment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Fremont Unified School District
Fremont, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Interpret and teach lesson plans to students in the absence of the teacher
- Engage and support students in the assignments and classwork they were assigned to complete for the day
Substitute Teacher
New Haven Unified School District
Union City , CA
12.2023 - Current
- Manage classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Follow established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
Long Term English Substitute Teacher
Washington High School
Fremont, CA
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Managed a classroom with 30+ students, fostering a positive and disciplined environment while adapting to student needs
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
Student Teacher
Washington High School
Fremont, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Taught both 11th grade United States history and 10th grade world history
- Created and delivered lessons following the school's curriculum, goals, objectives, and philosophies
- Collaborated with staff in differentiating instruction to meet student needs
- Adapted teaching methods and instrumental materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Maintained a well-organized disciplined, and inclusive learning environment
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Communications Class
Ohlone Community College
Fremont, CA
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Worked with students in a group setting and one on one to review their speeches with them and help assess where they needed extra support
- Provided timely and frequent feedback to students fostering an environment of open communication that helped them improve
- Reinforced students communication skills and learning through weekly check ins
Tutor For Math and Reading
Kumon
Union City, CA
03.2016 - 07.2019
- Engaged with students individually to help meet their teaching needs.
- Assessed students' performance through homework guides designed to improve their learning in the area they struggled in
Education
Masters of Arts - Teaching
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12.2024
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12.2024
Double B.A. - History and Social Science Teacher Preparation
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2023
A.A. - History
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05.2021
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Faculty collaboration
- Adaptability
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Friendly
- Enthusiastic
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Engagement strategies
Certification
- Google certified educator
Timeline
Long Term English Substitute Teacher
Washington High School
01.2025 - 03.2025
Substitute Teacher
Fremont Unified School District
02.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Washington High School
01.2024 - 12.2024
Substitute Teacher
New Haven Unified School District
12.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Communications Class
Ohlone Community College
01.2020 - 05.2020
Tutor For Math and Reading
Kumon
03.2016 - 07.2019
Masters of Arts - Teaching
San Jose State University
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science
San Jose State University
Double B.A. - History and Social Science Teacher Preparation
San Jose State University
A.A. - History
Ohlone College
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