Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
Languages
Accomplishments
Timeline
Volunteer

Heeba Abourgega

Beaverton,OR

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Beaverton School District, specializing in small group instruction and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and emotional support through collaborative teamwork. Skilled in developing individualized education plans, fostering academic growth, and creating a positive learning environment for diverse learners.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Arabic Teacher

Iraqi Arabic School
Tigard, OR
08.2018 - 06.2019

Assisted students in learning Arabic language fundamentals in 5th grade classroom. Supported curriculum development for Iraqi Sunday school program. Facilitated engaging lessons to enhance student understanding of Arabic culture.

Arabic Teacher

Muslim Education Trust (MET)
Tigard, OR
09.2017 - 06.2019

Facilitated Arabic language instruction to enhance student proficiency and cultural understanding.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Beaverton School District
16550 SW Merlo Rd Beaverton, OR 97003 United Stat
11.2023 - Current
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
  • Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.

Library Assistant

Beaverton City Library
Beaverton, OR
09.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to develop engaging programs and events for community outreach.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
  • Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
  • Arabic telling story-time .
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
  • Supported community engagement initiatives by coordinating successful library events and programs for patrons of all ages.

Volunteer

BSD
Beaverton, OR
09.2017 - Current

Assisted in planning Arabic community events to support local initiatives. Aided team members in carrying out volunteer activities efficiently. Engaged with participants and stakeholders to enhance outreach efforts.

Assistant Teacher

Community Action Organization
Beaverton, OR
09.2019 - 11.2023

Assisted lead teacher in classroom management and lesson preparation. Supported students in understanding educational materials. Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment.

Dental Assistant

Kaiser Permanente
Beaverton, OR
09.2022 - 05.2023

Supported patient care by assisting dentists during procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.

Arabic Students Assistant

Westren Oregon University
Salem, OR
05.2020 - 05.2021

Assisted Arabic students with academic challenges. Provided support during Zoom sessions to enhance understanding of course material. Facilitated communication between students and instructors to address concerns.

Tripoli Elementary School

Tripoli, Libya
Tripoli,Libya
09.2006 - 04.2017

11 years of experience as a Lead teacher in designing learning experiences for 5th- and 6th-grade students, enhancing academic growth and engagement.

Education

Some College Credits - Early Child Development

Portland Community College
Portland, OR

Certificate - Paraprofessional Certificate

Portland Community College
Portland, OR
09.2024

Certificate - Dental Assistant

Portland Community College
Portland, OR
08.2022 - 06.2023

Certificate - CDA

Mountain Hood Community College
Gresham
06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Languages

Alquds University
Tripoli,Libya
06.2006

Skills

Excellent Communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

Dependable and Responsible

Active Listening and learning

Certification

Washington County Civic Leaders/

The immigrants and refugees (IRCO)/

Level 13 / step 9 (BSD)/

Safety Care Trainings ( BSD)/

CPR- First aid/

Food Handler/

ORO step ( 8.5- 9 )

  • Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Additional Information

Helping people.

Support immigrants and refugees.

Positive work environment.

Community connection relationship.

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Accomplishments

Family Child Care license ( Coming soon )

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Timeline

Paraeducator, Special Education

Beaverton School District
11.2023 - Current

Library Assistant

Beaverton City Library
09.2022 - Current

Dental Assistant

Kaiser Permanente
09.2022 - 05.2023

Certificate - Dental Assistant

Portland Community College
08.2022 - 06.2023

Arabic Students Assistant

Westren Oregon University
05.2020 - 05.2021

Assistant Teacher

Community Action Organization
09.2019 - 11.2023

Arabic Teacher

Iraqi Arabic School
08.2018 - 06.2019

Arabic Teacher

Muslim Education Trust (MET)
09.2017 - 06.2019

Volunteer

BSD
09.2017 - Current

Tripoli Elementary School

Tripoli, Libya
09.2006 - 04.2017

Some College Credits - Early Child Development

Portland Community College

Certificate - Paraprofessional Certificate

Portland Community College

Certificate - CDA

Mountain Hood Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Languages

Alquds University