Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
First Girl to win Islamic competition at Masom Islamic School
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Alishia Hussain

Alishia Hussain

Chicago,IL

Summary

A child is like a precious diamond, requiring time, care, and patience to reveal their full brilliance. Every child deserves an opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges that may stand in their way. To help them truly shine, we must offer compassion, understanding, encouragement, and unwavering humility.

My name is Alishia (pronounced U-Lee-Sha), and I am wholeheartedly ready to help. With a wealth of experience working with children, I consider myself a master of patience and a guide for their growth. The journey of nurturing a child is both delicate and vital, and every step I take will be dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes for my students.

When you choose to work with me, you will receive: unwavering commitment, absolute honesty, deep respect, unquestionable protection and, a wealth of experience.

Above all, my genuine sincerity. Whether a child has special needs or not, I promise to give my very best, every single day. I firmly believe in the power of collaboration, working hand-in-hand with others to create a better future. I’m a team player who thrives on success, and if you offer me the opportunity to join your mission, it will truly be an honor.

Thank you for considering me!

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crew Member

Chipotle
Glenview, IL
07.2022 - Current
  • As a crew member, I am responsible for helping my team run the store as smoothly as possible
  • On Most days, I work on the grill
  • I am responsible for providing the food at Chipotle while ensuring that every single dish I put out there is prepared safely, according to the health guidelines
  • On the days I don't work on the grill, I work as prep
  • For prep, I am responsible for cutting the needed produce that my restaurant requires and ensuring that the kitchen is consistently organized and sanitized

Tutor

Private Tutoring
IL
04.2022 - Current

As a tutor, I help children read, write and understand beginning elementary math. I have the patience to help a child get through any challenge that she or he may experience. I will provide extra resources to support a child's goal to read and write.

  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.

Family Caregiver

Family of AH
Northbrook, IL
10.2016 - Current
  • Currently, I am blessed to say that I am an elder sister to my little brother who has level three autism
  • As of right now, I help my family take care and guide my brother
  • With my brother having autism, I've gained an abundance of patience, acceptance, understanding, and adaptability to various of situations
  • I can change clothes, diapers, and assist to the bathrooms
  • I can teach alphabet and numeral writing, letters sounds, introduction to math and fun activities
  • I have experience teaching table manners and social events expectations of behaviors + boundaries

Islamic Studies Teacher

Masom Islamic School
Chicago, IL
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • As an Islamic teacher, I was responsible for introducing the fundamentals about our Islamic faith to first and second graders
  • I dedicated my time to making sure my kids enjoyed their classroom experience while learning at the same time
  • From my experience, my kids were so unique and beautifully different in terms of their behaviors
  • Every week, I would plan activities that encouraged engaging with one another!
  • Even though I was an Islamic teacher for one year just before the pandemic, I've gained so much respect for all the teachers of the world
  • It truly is a gift to inspire young minds through fun and adventure!

Teacher Aid

Washington Elementary School
Glenview, IL
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • For two months, I interned as the teacher's aid
  • My responsibility was to work with my leading teacher in running her classroom
  • We've worked with second and third graders; two different set of students in two hours
  • I was given the responsibilities to create homework and in class activities for our students
  • During recess, I would help keep watch for our students, making sure they transitioned back to class safely
  • For this internship, I strived to cooperate with my leading teacher
  • This was my very first classroom experience that introduced to the finest parts of the education world

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

National Louis University
Wheeling, IL
05-2027

ISLAMIC STUDIES TEACHER -

Masom Islamic School
01.2021

TEACHER AID -

Washington Elementry School
07.2019

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Maine West High School
05.2018

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Advocating
  • Collaboration
  • Teaching basic education
  • Listener
  • Safety
  • Time management
  • Organization

Certification

Serve Safe

First Girl to win Islamic competition at Masom Islamic School

This was the second year that the mosque was holding the Islamic competition, and during that time, I was only a fourth year student. Along with my fellow teammates, we were finally able to win first place thanks to our endless handwork and perseverance. Amongst all the girls on my team, I got first place! The reason why I am sharing this memorable experience of mine is because back then, I wasn't really knowledgeably about my faith. But because I put in all my efforts to learn and improve on my knowledge, I made it to the end, placing first. 

By giving me a chance to work for you, not only will you provide me the opportunity to grow, but I believe I will win very big in life with your endless guidance and support! 

Timeline

Crew Member

Chipotle
07.2022 - Current

Tutor

Private Tutoring
04.2022 - Current

Islamic Studies Teacher

Masom Islamic School
07.2020 - 01.2021

Teacher Aid

Washington Elementary School
06.2019 - 07.2019

Family Caregiver

Family of AH
10.2016 - Current

TEACHER AID -

Washington Elementry School

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Maine West High School

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

National Louis University

ISLAMIC STUDIES TEACHER -

Masom Islamic School
Alishia Hussain