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Lidya Alhaj

Westland

Summary

Dedicated ELA Teacher offering 27 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

7th/8th/9th Grade ELA Teacher

Star International Academy-Hass
01.2016 - Current
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Communicated regularly with parents through conferences, newsletters, and progress reports to discuss student progress and address any concerns or challenges.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a respectful and focused classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Facilitated peer review processes among students during writing assignments which encouraged collaboration in refining their written works leading towards higher-quality final drafts.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as group projects, debates, presentations, and multimedia resources to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units of study, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills across subject areas.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support to enhance classroom management and instructional practices.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to ensure accessibility for all learners while maintaining rigor and high expectations for achievement.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results, effectively addressing individual learning needs and improving overall performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents to foster a positive learning environment, resulting in increased student engagement and academic growth.
  • Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.

ELA Teacher

The National Evangelical Private School
09.1996 - 10.2014

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education

Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow
Michigan
07.2019

Diploma in Higher Studies/Literary Studies

Al-Baath University
Syria
09.1996

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Al-Baath University
Syria
09.1993

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Growth Mindset
  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Student Motivation
  • Literary Analysis
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Project-based learning
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Feedback Delivery
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Classroom Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organizational ability
  • Response-to-intervention understanding
  • Group leadership
  • Lesson Planning
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • IEP familiarity
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Grading proficiency
  • Teaching strategies
  • Creative Writing
  • Activity Planning
  • Smartboard operation
  • Student assessments

Accomplishments

  • Student Exceptional Achievement Award for PSAT 9th Grade for the school year 2016-2017
  • Student Exceptional Achievement Award for 7th Grade NWEA school year 2022-2023
  • Student Exceptional Achievement Award for 7th Grade NWEA for the school year 2023-2024
  • Principal Distinguished Award for the shool year 2017-2018
  • Hes Four Pillar Award for the school year 2022-2023
  • Mentoring beginning teachers for the school year 2023-2024, 2024-2025
  • Cooperating teacher of student teachers school year 2023-2024

Timeline

7th/8th/9th Grade ELA Teacher

Star International Academy-Hass
01.2016 - Current

ELA Teacher

The National Evangelical Private School
09.1996 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education

Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow

Diploma in Higher Studies/Literary Studies

Al-Baath University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Al-Baath University
Lidya Alhaj