Laiba Awan
Garden Grove,CA
Summary
I am a paraeducator with a passion for helping students in any capacity. I have developed skills through years of experience in both volunteer settings, as well as professional settings. I aim to use my experience to offer thorough assistance in my future career.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Aide
Garden Grove Unified School District
Garden Grove, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Provided guidance to students on their academic tasks.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion and critical thinking.
- Encouraged active participation in class activities by all students.
- Supervised recess periods or lunchroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring or mentoring for struggling students.
- Conducted small group instruction sessions as needed.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Attended staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
- Created a positive learning environment for students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Promoted positive behavior management strategies among students.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Assisted with classroom management, including seating arrangements and discipline procedures.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Monitored student behavior and identified areas of improvement.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Helped prepare instructional materials, such as charts, graphs, and visual aids.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Volunteer
ISOC
Garden Grove, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Tackled responsibilities in multiple areas.
- Assisted in the front office.
- Participated in big events hosted by the mosque.
- Showcased adequate social skills through multiple means.
- Participated in organizations under the mosque.
- Volunteered at Islamic Weekend School.
- Developed organizational skills through planning events or assisting in lesson planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA08-2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA05-2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA05-2021
Skills
- Interdisciplinary knowledge
- Academic writing
- Punctual and reliable
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Punctuality and work ethic
- Critical reflection
- Cooperative
- Compassionate
Timeline
Instructional Aide
Garden Grove Unified School District
01.2022 - Current
Volunteer
ISOC
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Golden West College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Golden West College
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