FOSSIA AWNALLAH
Fresno,CA
Summary
Focused teacher passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Upbeat when engaging with students and driven to maintain positive parent-teacher relationships. Focused on advancing student success resulting in academic excellence and social development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary, Central Unified
Fresno, CA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for struggling students.
- Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with IEPs.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of first graders.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
- Integrated technology into daily lesson planning to support 21st century skills development (i.e. iReady, ST Math, Quizizz, Imagine Learning, etc.).
- Encouraged parental involvement by communicating regularly through phone calls, emails, newsletters and parent conferences.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to improve academic achievement among all learners.
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
- Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Central Online Home School, Central Unified
Fresno, CA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted assessments of student progress on a regular basis.
- Design lesson plans that are consistent with the educational philosophy of the District.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate online instruction, schedule, guiding principles, goals, and objectives reflecting school and district.
- Participate in school-wide data analysis and planning, as part of a Professional Learning Community (PLC).
- Implement instructional activities that contribute to a positive environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
- Collaborate with the instructional team concerning student educational needs, as requested.
- Clearly articulate deadlines, schedules, and procedures to students and guardians to ensure that students complete coursework in a timely manner.
- Assist students and guardians with technical support requests relating to the course interface and student information systems.
- Use a variety of programs and software applications, as appropriate, to complete instructional tasks.
- Maintain effective and efficient recordkeeping procedures. 11. Complete appropriate reports for local, state, federal and educational agencies.
- Use formative and summative assessments in order to differentiate and improve instructional practices and strategies.
- Ensure that each student has accurate and up-to-date records.
- Refer students who are not complying with course or program policies to the site administrator for necessary interventions.
- Alert site administrator if a student, parent, or guidance counselor fails to respond to attempts to communicate.
TEACHER/ SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
GRADE, Olive Drive Elementary & Norris Elementary
Bakersfield, CA
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged learning and promoting student growth while developing excellent rapport with the students
- Developed and implemented unit lessons, administered tests and evaluations (both formal and informal), and analyzed student performance and their area of need
- Participated in parent conferences, class field trips, and collaborated in PLC’s weekly lesson plans
- Instructional responsibilities included planning and assembling board, rocket math, read stories aloud, teach small groups, teach large groups, work with individuals, incorporate CCSS to my lessons, and used UDL for all subjects
- Incorporated the practical use of technology in my lessons and classroom activities such as video animations, overhead projector, videos, Class Dojo, Kahoot!, Zoom, Google Education, and Microsoft Office
- Motivated students by incorporating different strategies such as group work, hands-on activities, anchor charts, sentence sorts, and breaking tasks down to increase their success rate
STUDENT TEACHER/ SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
American Elementary
Bakersfield, CA
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted classroom teacher in preparing and administering lessons
- Responsible for ensuring that all students fully comprehended the taught curriculum and provided support to students who required extra guidance
- Adopted distinctive teaching methodologies, documented all lessons, organized healthy group discussions, and assisted struggling students
- Prepared, led, and assessed my own lessons in subjects such as grammar, geometry, etc
- Worked in small groups with students to review lessons and do group work
- Worked one-on-one with several IEP and ELL students to help them further their understanding of a lesson
DAYCARE AIDE, Almondale Elementary
Bakersfield, CA
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Responsible for planning and leading activities for 20 kindergarten students
- Worked closely with various members of the school staff (daycare supervisor, daycare leader, librarian, etc.)
- Led physical education, musical, art, theater, and interactive reading activities
- Responsible for taking/assisting the students with their lunch and supervising their recesses
Education
B.A. - Liberal Arts
CSU
Bakersfield05.2018
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Modern Classroom Technology
- Microsoft Office
- Google Education
- iReady
- Lesson Planning
- Multimedia Instruction
- Zoom Fluent
- Materials Sourcing
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Leadership
Additional Information
- CONTACTS , Inducted into The Roadrunner Society for Liberal Arts (2018) Outstanding Graduate in Liberal Studies Award (2018) Bakersfield Rotary Waterman Foundation Scholarship (2018) 7 Scholarships (2016)
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary, Central Unified
08.2022 - 06.2023
Fourth Grade Teacher
Central Online Home School, Central Unified
08.2021 - 06.2022
TEACHER/ SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
GRADE, Olive Drive Elementary & Norris Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2020
STUDENT TEACHER/ SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
American Elementary
02.2018 - 05.2018
DAYCARE AIDE, Almondale Elementary
02.2017 - 05.2017
B.A. - Liberal Arts
CSU
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