Jamilah Saleh
Clifton,NJ
Summary
Ambitious future School Counselor focused on supporting students in accomplishing personal and academic success. Skilled in counseling, student advocacy and preventive education to meet the goals and objectives of the counseling program. Delicate in managing issues involving cultural and socioeconomic differences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Noble Leadership Academy
Passaic, NJ
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
Teacher Aide
Noble Leadership Academy
Passaic, NJ
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Supervised recess periods ensuring all students were engaged in safe activities.
- Assisted teachers with grading assignments, preparing lesson plans, and organizing classrooms.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the school district.
- Created positive relationships with students through active listening and positive reinforcement of behavior expectations.
- Attended staff meetings and professional development sessions.
- Organized materials for the teacher's use in the classroom.
Student Accounts Coordinator (temp)
Passaic County Community Collage
Paterson, NJ
03.2011 - 05.2011
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate financial records and databases for students' accounts.
- Coordinated with other departments within the University to ensure timely resolution of any outstanding issues related to tuition payments.
- Processed student refunds promptly and accurately.
- Provided administrative support to the bursar's office staff.
- Created documents such as invoices, receipts, letters and memos using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Worked collaboratively with other members of the Bursar's office team in order to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Actively monitored incoming emails regarding tuition payments and responded accordingly.
- Responded to inquiries from students regarding their tuition bills or other payment questions.
- Assisted in the collection, verification and recording of student tuition payments.
- Typed, formatted and edited correspondence and other documents.
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-2008
Skills
- Effective listening
- Excellent classroom management
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Competency
- Compassionate
- Listening actively
- Rational problem solving
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Diverse student populations
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Innovative lesson planning
Languages
Arabic
Professional
Timeline
Teacher
Noble Leadership Academy
09.2015 - 06.2017
Teacher Aide
Noble Leadership Academy
09.2013 - 06.2015
Student Accounts Coordinator (temp)
Passaic County Community Collage
03.2011 - 05.2011
Master of Science - School Counseling
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
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