DELARAM REYHANI GHADIM
Oceanside,NY
Summary
Multilingual professional with extensive experience in small-business ownership, customer service, and community engagement. For over 25 years, owned and managed a bookstore and stationery shop, developing strong skills in welcoming customers, answering questions, organizing materials, and maintaining an inviting environment. Skilled in teaching French, Turkish, and creative activities such as handicraft, knitting, and origami. In recent years, has also supported young children through play-based and creative learning. Friendly, patient, organized, and highly adaptable, with a strong commitment to providing a warm, helpful, and positive experience at the Welcome Desk.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare & Early Learning Support
School
11.2024 - Current
- Provided care and supervision for children under 6.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate play, creative activities, and basic learning.
- Introduced simple French and Turkish words through songs and games.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Bookstore & Stationery Shop Owner
Owner
04.2000 - Current
- Owned and operated a family bookstore and stationery shop for more than 25 years.
- Organized small creative activities for children related to crafts and books.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality customer service.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and attract new customers.
Crafts & Handwork Instructor (Part-Time)
Various Workshops
09.2013 - Current
- Designed creative, simple projects suitable for various age groups.
- Developed and delivered engaging workshop content to diverse audiences.
- Encouraged creativity and hands-on engagement.
French Language Instructor
Bahar Elementary School
09.2003 - 06.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance French language skills among elementary students.
- Implemented interactive activities to foster a dynamic and immersive learning environment.
- Created age-appropriate lesson plans and monitored student progress.
- Prepared students for DELF/DALF exams.
Education
M.S - French Education
09.1996
B.S - French Translation
09.1994
Skills
- 25 years of bookstore & stationery shop ownership
- Extensive experience working with books, materials, and customers
- Greeting and assisting visitors with warmth and professionalism
- Microsoft Office & Google Suite
- Strong organization & time-management skills
- Problem-solving & adaptability in busy environments
- Teamwork & interpersonal communication
- Friendly, patient, and approachable demeanor
- Translation & interpretation (French, Turkish, Persian)
- Childcare & early childhood support
- Creative activity planning & teaching
- Reliability, empathy, and strong work ethic
Certification
- Teacher Training Course (TTC)
- DALF C1, Institute Français / French Embassy, Tehran, 2001
Language
French-Fluent
Turkish-Fluent
Farsi/ Persian-Native
Timeline
Childcare & Early Learning Support
School
11.2024 - Current
Crafts & Handwork Instructor (Part-Time)
Various Workshops
09.2013 - Current
French Language Instructor
Bahar Elementary School
09.2003 - 06.2020
Bookstore & Stationery Shop Owner
Owner
04.2000 - Current