IMAN SAYMEH
Washington,DC
Summary
Experienced with delivering high-quality educational content and fostering student engagement through interactive teaching methods. Utilizes effective communication skills and critical thinking to create stimulating learning environment. Track record of leveraging academic expertise to mentor and guide students to academic success.
As education professional, offers robust background in higher education and instructional excellence. Adept at developing comprehensive lesson plans and fostering inclusive classroom atmosphere. Known for strong collaboration skills and consistently delivering impactful results in diverse academic settings. Well-versed in curriculum design and student mentorship.
Educator equipped with comprehensive teaching experience and strong commitment to academic excellence. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to diverse student needs. Skilled in curriculum development, student mentorship, and educational technology integration. Reliable team player focused on achieving measurable outcomes and enhancing student success.
Innovative Assistant Professor bringing proven success in implementing technology-based curriculum delivery and assessment tools. Passionate about fostering academic development and success for every student.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR – SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University
04.2023 - Current
- Developing a course syllabus for each class they teach
- Lecturing, leading class discussions and conducting other teaching activities during scheduled classes
- Creating, administering and grading various assessment methods
- Answering questions and providing additional support for students
- Calculating and submitting grades for all students
- Collaborating with other professors to create coursework or support the department
- Following established expectations and protocols for the department
- Conducting research and staying current in the field
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
RESIDENT COUNSELOR/STAFF ADVISOR
Georgetown University
07.2021 - Current
- Offers regular presence and availability to students in the residence area by offering weekly hospitality (e.g., open houses/hospitality nights, etc.), and other educational programs; must exhibit the energy, commitment, visibility, and time to offer this presence and support.
- Engages in one-on-one conversations (as applicable) for undergraduate students.
- Participates in the University “Safety Net,” supporting students in crisis, as referred by the Associate Director for Residential Counseling.
- Offer excellent support to students in crisis.
- Serves as the “Resident Counselor on-call” for the University during non-business hours for one to two week(s) each semester during the academic year.
- Actively participates in Residential Counseling orientation, retreats, meetings, and one-on-one supervisory meetings with the Associate Director for Residential Ministry.
- Provides presence at other various University-wide events.
- Creatively engages and promotes the priorities of Residential Counseling and Campus Ministry.
- Provides a safe, welcoming, hospitable place for all students, especially those who might feel marginalized.
- Work with students who are in need of medical, mental health, socialization, academic and/or behavioral needs.
- Provided comprehensive case management services for assigned caseloads in collaboration with other team members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care and support for each resident.
- Evaluated resident progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to best meet their needs.
- Enhanced communication among staff and residents through regular meetings and open forums.
- Worked alongside fellow counselors to create a supportive team environment that promoted collaboration and the sharing of ideas in order to best serve residents.
- Continuously updated professional skills through ongoing training, workshops, conferences, and other educational opportunities to better serve residents.
- Fostered a positive community atmosphere within the residence by modeling appropriate behaviors and encouraging mutual respect among all individuals present.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, de-escalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Contributed to overall program evaluation efforts through participation in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery methods.
LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Namita Sharan, MFT Incorporated
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Provide therapy sessions for clients in school districts and after school care.
- Implement different therapeutic modalities.
- Perform intake interviews and assist with client treatment plan development, implementation and discharge planning.
- Evaluate clients for potential crisis situations and determine appropriate intervention.
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions as assigned.
- Monitor and document clients’ progress toward achievement of individual goals.
- Act as a role model – guiding clients and facilitating appropriate behavior about daily living skills, self-care, personal interaction, social relationships and constructive time management.
- Ensure that clients are linked with a primary care provider and assist with identifying and accessing community resources.
- Participate in staff and shift change meetings.
- Maintain agency staff development training requirement.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients change negative thought patterns and improve their coping strategies.
- Assisted clients in developing and achieving realistic goals, leading to improved overall wellbeing.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs.
- Collaborated with community resources for effective case management, optimizing the support network for clients.
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (K-12)
Institute of Knowledge
08.2013 - 06.2020
- Promoting a productive working and learning environment by organizing the curriculum, activities, and staff management.
- Organizing and managing school budget and fundraising events.
- Securing support for school functions and activities by communicating and involving parents from the community.
- Acting as a mediator between parents and teachers.
- Handling severe disciplinary problems with students.
- Introduced new technology tools for enhancing classroom instruction, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving communication between stakeholders.
- Expanded extracurricular offerings to promote well-rounded student development both inside and outside the classroom.
- Implemented rigorous curriculum standards that aligned with state requirements to ensure academic excellence across all grade levels.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community by creating initiatives aimed at celebrating cultural differences and fostering understanding among students, staff, and families.
- Developed data-driven initiatives to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted interventions for students in need.
- Managed facility improvements projects providing updated classrooms spaces conducive to 21st-century teaching methods.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Streamlined enrollment procedures to attract more students while maintaining high-quality educational offerings for current attendees.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness with comprehensive professional development programs and ongoing support.
- Improved school performance by implementing innovative leadership strategies and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Oversaw faculty hiring process ensuring highly qualified educators committed to student success were recruited and retained at the school level.
- Collaborated with district leaders on initiatives aimed at sharing best practices and resources among schools in the region.
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Al-Ridah Academy
08.2006 - 06.2011
- Guiding young children through what is often their very first year of formal school attendance.
- Utilizing games, play time, props and other hands-on techniques to help students learn social skills and academic concepts.
- Working with students on basic social studies, language arts, science, and mathematics curriculum
- Teaching phonics and letter recognition.
- Building awareness of scientific and mathematical concepts in our surroundings.
- Preparing lesson plans, maintaining classroom order, and assessing students’ improvement.
- WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) Accreditation Self-Study Coordinator.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Education
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION - Leadership and Organizational Innovation
Marymount University
Arlington, VA06.2026
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Clinical Social Work
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2020
MASTER OF ARTS - Education and Instructional Leadership
Argosy University
Costa Mesa, CA12.2008
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Liberal Studies
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA08.2001
Skills
- Experience in Higher Education Settings
- Building and Supporting Teams
- Developing Plans
- Evaluating and Implementing Ideas
- Providing Mental Health Services
- The ability to conduct staff and faculty trainings
- Experience with teaching multiple grades in a private and public school setting
- Excellent communication and diplomacy skills
- Fluent in Arabic
- Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Effective public/motivational speaker
- Excellent organizational skills
- Leadership skills by running school programs and community events
- Online teaching
- Innovative teaching
- Classroom management
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Diversity awareness
- Workshop facilitation
- Faculty communication
- Research and analysis
- Group instruction
- Multimedia integration
- Student motivation
- Learning assessments
- Academic advisement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 200 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- Toastmasters
- Rotary International
Certification
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate
- First Respondent Training
- Suicide Prevention Certification
- Trauma First Responder
- Accidental Overdone Awareness Training
- DEI Coaching Workshop
- Cognitive Behavioral Training
- Accreditation Self-Study Team Member (WASC)
- Effective Public Speaking Training
- Leadership Training
ACTIVITIES
President of the International Baccalaureate Foundation at Carl Hankey K-8 School (IB) WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) Accreditation Self-Study Coordinator
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Youth Development Programs
- Community Cleanup
- Volunteer Work
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
Timeline
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR – SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University
04.2023 - Current
RESIDENT COUNSELOR/STAFF ADVISOR
Georgetown University
07.2021 - Current
LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Namita Sharan, MFT Incorporated
05.2017 - 01.2022
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (K-12)
Institute of Knowledge
08.2013 - 06.2020
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Al-Ridah Academy
08.2006 - 06.2011
MASTER OF ARTS - Education and Instructional Leadership
Argosy University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Liberal Studies
California State University Fullerton
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION - Leadership and Organizational Innovation
Marymount University
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Clinical Social Work
California State University Fullerton
PhI KAPPA PHI
Initiation through my doctoral program at Marymount University - Virginia 2025
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