Mahsa Nazifi
Tysons Corner,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with a strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise, and a devotion to meeting the learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. An analytical problem-solver, successful in calmly approaching classroom or student personal problems to devise appropriate interventions and resolve concerns.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Celebree school
McLean, VA
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Led and managed classroom environment, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating space for children
- Designed creative activities to boost physical and emotional skills, promoting kindness, patience, and cooperation among peers
- Supported literacy by introducing various texts and books, fostering a love for reading
- Tailored programs to developmental stages, enhancing social skills and emotional intelligence
- Encouraged effective communication and collaboration among children
- Collaborated with parents to understand each child's needs and progress, providing regular updates
- Developed engaging and inclusive educational programs
- Stayed informed on early childhood education trends to enhance teaching skills through continuous professional development
Babysitter
Individual Clients
Sterling, VA
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitoring sleep schedules and adjusting accordingly if needed.
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
- Encouraging healthy physical activity by taking walks together or playing games outside.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
Teacher's Assistant
Home Daycare
Falls Church, VA
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Monitoring sleep schedules and adjusting accordingly if needed.
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Encouraging healthy physical activity by taking walks together or playing games outside.
Art Teacher
Pre School Academy
Iran, Tehran
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Engage children by telling stories and encouraging them to interpret and express their understanding through creative mediums like painting, drawing, or role-playing
- Provide positive feedback and encouragement to boost confidence and self-esteem
- Foster an appreciation for art and creativity in young learners
- Encourage children to share their artwork with peers, promoting communication and social interaction in a supportive environment.
- Guide children in reflecting on their creations, discussing their interpretations of the stories and the emotions or ideas they express through their art.
Visual Art Teacher
Jahad University
Iran , Tehran
08.2014 - 11.2019
- Create and implement a comprehensive curriculum focused on manual photography techniques, including camera settings, exposure, composition, and lighting
- Instruct students on the use of manual settings on cameras, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and focusing
- Teach manual photography techniques for nature, portraits, social documentary, and journalistic photography
Teacher
Art School
Iran , Tehran
05.1999 - 11.2003
- Teach the art of portrait photography, emphasizing lighting, posing, and composition to create compelling images of people
- Teach the principles of composition and lighting to enhance the artistic quality of photographs
- Offer constructive critique and feedback on students’ work to help them improve their technical skills and artistic vision
Education
Master of Arts - Photography
Tehran University
Tehran05-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Tehran University
Tehran07-2003
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Supervision
- Safety Guidelines
- Student Engagement
- Group and individual instruction
- Art and music support
- Physical education support
- Behavior Management
- Small Group Instruction
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Child Development Certification
- Positive Attitude
- Student Health and Safety
Certification
- American Trauma Event Management
- Health and Safety Update Training for Child Care staff
Languages
English
Professional
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
Turkish
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Celebree school
11.2022 - 07.2024
Babysitter
Individual Clients
07.2022 - 11.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Home Daycare
04.2022 - 07.2022
Art Teacher
Pre School Academy
02.2019 - 03.2022
Visual Art Teacher
Jahad University
08.2014 - 11.2019
Teacher
Art School
05.1999 - 11.2003
Master of Arts - Photography
Tehran University
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Tehran University
- American Trauma Event Management
- Health and Safety Update Training for Child Care staff
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