Fatima Bintou Jallow
Columbus
Summary
Warm Assistant Teacher with five years of experience and documented skills in classroom management and assignment creation. Friendly and energetic professional commended for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet student’s varying needs and interests. Passionate about going above and beyond to nurture and encourage children.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Tooba Academy Middle School
Columbus
11.2024 - Current
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations. I did also teach the lesson in cases where the lead teacher called off.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Assisted in planning field trips and special events such as assemblies or performances.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
Pre_K Lead Teacher
Kindercare Learning Centre
Columbus
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
- Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between students, families, and staff members.
- Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center
Columbus
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling, singing songs and reading books aloud.
- Utilized computer software programs to maintain accurate student records related to attendance, grades and behavioral issues.
- Supervised playground activities during outdoor playtime sessions including monitoring equipment use for safety purposes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education practices.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures.
- Encouraged creativity in young minds by providing materials for art projects or music time activities.
- Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem solving skills.
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments throughout the year.
- Provided guidance on appropriate behavior and discipline methods in the classroom setting.
- Engaged in individualized instruction with special needs students as needed.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.
- Instructed children on basic concepts such as colors, numbers, shapes, letters.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, mental, social and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Online Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Student assessment
- Effective communication
- Parent and caregiver relations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Fulani
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Tooba Academy Middle School
11.2024 - Current
Pre_K Lead Teacher
Kindercare Learning Centre
01.2018 - 03.2020
Preschool Lead Teacher
Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center
01.2016 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University