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Work History
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Accomplishments
Certification
Professional Development
Teaching Proficiency
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Firdaus Sameera

Garland,TX

Summary

Passionate and dedicated elementary educator with four years of teaching experience, including two years working with Gifted and Talented (GT) students. Committed to fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment that promotes student growth, critical thinking, and academic excellence. Skilled in differentiated instruction, data-driven decision-making, and technology integration to support diverse learning needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First-grade Homeroom Teacher

International Leadership of Texas
01.2023 - Current

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  • Designed and implemented a GT curriculum tailored to meet the needs of advanced learners, fostering critical thinking and creativity.
  • Established and maintained structured classroom routines and clear behavioral expectations to create a positive learning environment.
  • Planned and delivered engaging, standards-aligned lessons that support academic growth across various subjects.
  • Assessed student progress through data-driven methods, providing targeted feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Differentiated instruction to support diverse learning needs, ensuring all students receive appropriate challenges and support.
  • Provided individualized enrichment opportunities to extend learning for high-achieving students.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.
  • Maintained consistent communication with parents and guardians to support student success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to develop and implement best teaching practices.
  • Fostered students' social and emotional development, equipping them with essential life skills.
  • Actively engaged in professional development to stay informed on best practices in education.
  • Taught fifth-grade students, focusing on meeting STAAR performance goals through targeted instruction and test preparation.


Part-time Tutor

Dazzling Tutoring and Mentoring
01.2020 - Current
  • Scaffold students with attentive instruction, care, and support
  • Maintain a 90% grade average for all my students with minimal behavioral violations
  • Coach students one-on-one to nurture their potential
  • Create personalized lesson plans for students based on their unique needs
  • Attend regular professional development courses to remain aware of trends in education and new teaching methods

Fifth-grade Homeroom Teacher

Brighter Horizon Academy
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Create instructional resources for use in the classroom
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities
  • Create a positive educational climate for students to learn in
  • Meet course and school-wide student performance goals
  • Create lesson plans and modify them accordingly throughout the year
  • Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed
  • Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans

Fifth-grade Homeroom Teacher

Qalam Collegiate Academy
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Created, developed, and implemented core (Math, ELA) 5th-grade school curriculum
  • Developed lesson plans and imparted education based on individual students' abilities
  • Assigned classwork to students and assisted them with queries
  • Provided special attention to students who may not be able to handle complex questions
  • Developed learning aids and materials for the purpose of teaching concepts in class
  • Established and maintained standards of student behavior and ensured adherence
  • Created an effective environment for students by employing learning tactics through functional and attractive classroom displays
  • Conferred with parents and guardians to provide them feedback on students' progress and limitations

Student Teacher

Garland ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Taught daily classes for grades first and second
  • Created interactive daily lesson plans to promote higher-order thinking for a classroom of 22 students
  • Developed rubrics for assessing the skill levels of students
  • Conducted guided reading small groups to scaffold students and tailor the instructions according to students' need
  • Held after-school tutoring for struggling students

Substitute Teacher

International Leadership of Texas
01.2016 - 12.2018

Substitute teacher

Chapel Hill ISD
01.2014 - 12.2015

Education

Master of Arts - Differentiated Instruction

Concordia University
07.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Texas at Dallas
05.2020

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Diversity Strategies in Education
  • Patience and Perseverance
  • Strong Technological Skills
  • Interdisciplinary Collaborations
  • Curriculum and lesson planning
  • Special education
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Behavior management

Accomplishments

    Certification and Endorsement:

  • EC-6 core subject
  • ESL certified
  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC–12 (160)
  • Training/ Professional Development

  • Texas Reading Academy (Expected Completion: April 2025)
  • Texas Dyslexia Academy (1-5) Foundations
  • Kognito – at-risk for elementary school
  • Collaborative Institutional Training
  • Gifted and Talented (G/T) Foundation

Certification

  • EC-6 core subject
  • ESL certified
  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 (160)

Professional Development

  • Texas Reading Academy, 04/30/25
  • Texas Dyslexia Academy (1-5) Foundations
  • Kognito - at-risk for elementary school
  • Collaborative Institutional Training
  • Gifted and Talented (G/T) Foundation

Teaching Proficiency

  • Guided reading
  • Literature circles
  • Writers' workshop
  • Technology integration
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Assessment tool

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Full Professional

Timeline

First-grade Homeroom Teacher

International Leadership of Texas
01.2023 - Current

Fifth-grade Homeroom Teacher

Brighter Horizon Academy
06.2022 - 12.2022

Fifth-grade Homeroom Teacher

Qalam Collegiate Academy
07.2021 - 06.2022

Part-time Tutor

Dazzling Tutoring and Mentoring
01.2020 - Current

Student Teacher

Garland ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020

Substitute Teacher

International Leadership of Texas
01.2016 - 12.2018

Substitute teacher

Chapel Hill ISD
01.2014 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Texas at Dallas
  • EC-6 core subject
  • ESL certified
  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 (160)

Master of Arts - Differentiated Instruction

Concordia University
Firdaus Sameera