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Amal Omar

Tampa

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Shifa Private School, adept at fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Skilled in classroom management and relationship building, I successfully enhanced parental involvement and tailored learning strategies to meet diverse needs, creating a supportive environment that promotes academic success.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Passaic Valley High School
10.2019 - 10.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Journalist

Arab Voice News
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
  • Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.

Teacher

Shifa Private School
11.1995 - 09.2015
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.

Teacher

Al-Qanaa Preparatory School
11.1991 - 11.1995
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Education

Master of Arts - Psychology

Boston University
Boston, MA
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Arabic Language And Islamic Studies

Suez Canal University
Ismailia , Egypt
06-1991

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Communication skills
  • Learning strategies

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Passaic Valley High School
10.2019 - 10.2024

Journalist

Arab Voice News
09.2016 - 09.2018

Teacher

Shifa Private School
11.1995 - 09.2015

Teacher

Al-Qanaa Preparatory School
11.1991 - 11.1995

Master of Arts - Psychology

Boston University

Bachelor of Arts - Arabic Language And Islamic Studies

Suez Canal University