Amena S. Iqbal
Licensed Counselor
Teaneck,NJ
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
SEND Special Educational Needs Teacher
SCHOOL OF RESEARCH SCIENCE (SRS) - US HIGH SCHOOL
Dubai
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Deliver individualized and group instruction tailored to students with diverse learning needs across grades 9–12, following U.S. curriculum standards.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and school leadership to implement inclusive teaching practices and learning accommodations.
- Develop and monitored Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and maintained documentation to ensure compliance with student support services.
- Provide targeted interventions, facilitated student assessments, and supported academic, emotional, and behavioral growth.
- Coordinate with families, specialists, and school counselors to advocate for students' needs and ensure a holistic support system.
Director Of Guidance
PARADIGM THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL
Midland Park, NJ
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintains updated records of students in their senior years and treats this information with confidentiality
- Supports the students in the registration for standardized exams and other benchmark tests
- Assists students in the process of applying to universities and streamlining their applications and document collection including preparing transcripts, recommendations, etc.
- Conducts individual and group guidance counseling to students
Teaching Paraprofessional Special Education/ Student Support Advisor
PARADIGM THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL
Midland Park, NJ
08.2020 - 01.2020
- Provide support to students suffering from mental health conditions
- Assist students with areas of academic work
- Completes all other duties as assigned by teacher/supervisor
- Enforce school and class rules to help teach students proper behavior
- Conducts workshops geared to create a therapeutic rapport in the school
Teacher’s Assistant/Paraprofessional Special Education
YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICE
Fort Lee, NJ
12.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted students with areas of academic work
- Completed all other duties as assigned by teacher/supervisor
- Enforced school and class rules to help teach students proper behavior through developing a Social & Character Curriculum
Substitute Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
New York, NY
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Responsible for lesson planning and following school curriculum
- Responsible for overseeing pupil behavior in class and surrounding areas
- Maintained normal classroom routines and discipline within all given areas of duties
Preventive Case Planner
ARAB-AMERICAN FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER
New York, NY
12.2009 - 11.2010
- Evaluated and assessed the current family functioning including child safety and home safety, then formulated the service plan, goals and a treatment plan
- Counseled clients individually and as a family, focused on goals and tasks to improve family relationships, coping skills, life management and functioning
- Advocated for the family linking them to needed services in the community and followed up to monitor participation and progress
- Complied with the Administration for Children Services’ (ACS) requirements
Education
Master of Arts, LAC - School & Mental Health Counseling
KEAN UNIVERSITY
Hillside, NJBachelor of Arts - Social and Behavioral Sciences, Sociology
SETON HALL UNIVERSITY
South Orange, NJSkills
Proficient in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Internet Applications
Experienced in SPSS, PROMIS, CNNX, and Lotus Notes, PowerSchool
Skilled in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom) for collaborative and remote instruction
Familiar with IEP software platforms and student data management systems (eg, PowerSchool, EduPage, iSAMS)
Competent in assistive technology tools (eg, Read & Write, SnapType, dictation software)
Strong knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and differentiated instruction strategies
Adept at creating inclusive classroom materials and accommodations for ELLs and students with diverse learning profiles
Trained in behavior management tools and classroom positive behavior systems (PBIS)
Certification
LAC: state certified School Counselor
Timeline
SEND Special Educational Needs Teacher
SCHOOL OF RESEARCH SCIENCE (SRS) - US HIGH SCHOOL
12.2022 - 07.2025
Director Of Guidance
PARADIGM THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL
01.2022 - 12.2022
Teaching Paraprofessional Special Education/ Student Support Advisor
PARADIGM THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL
08.2020 - 01.2020
Teacher’s Assistant/Paraprofessional Special Education
YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICE
12.2018 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
08.2011 - 06.2015
Preventive Case Planner
ARAB-AMERICAN FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER
12.2009 - 11.2010
Master of Arts, LAC - School & Mental Health Counseling
KEAN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Social and Behavioral Sciences, Sociology
SETON HALL UNIVERSITY