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MALAK ABDULKARIM

Lynnwood

Summary

A passionate and adaptable professional with a background in Interior Design and a growing career in Early Childhood Education. Known for strong communication, empathy, and a natural ability to connect with children of all abilities. Seeking opportunities to expand my skills and make a positive impact in developmental learning environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Lead Teacher

Goddard School
06.2023 - Current
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
  • Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
  • Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected various subjects.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

KinderCare Learning Centers
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Teach and support children across cognitive, language, and physical development levels.
  • Specialize in working with children with autism, using tailored communication and sensory techniques.
  • Collaborate with parents to build strong educational partnerships and individualized care plans.
  • Apply classroom strategies and tools learned from formal education and lived experience as the eldest sibling.

Freelance Interior Designer

01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Designed residential interiors, produced 3D models, and created mood and material boards.
  • Coordinated site visits, selected materials and styles, and presented concepts to clients.
  • Solved architectural challenges related to light, layout, and custom furniture solutions.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

Lebanese American University
Beirut
06-2019

Skills

  • Computer & Design Tools: AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PowerPoint
  • Soft Skills: Leadership, Communication, Team Building, Classroom Management, Public Speaking
  • CPR training
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom organization
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Project-based learning
  • Art and music integration
  • Physical activity promotion
  • Mathematics instruction
  • Outdoor learning
  • Science exploration
  • Child safety procedures

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of several staff members.
  • Documented and resolved child behavior which led to children personal growth.


LANGUAGES

Arabic
English

Training

  • Attended ceramic workshop by Mutlu Baskaya on alternative firing techniques
  • Attended lectures by Johan Celsing and Franco Audrito on architectural experience
  • Conducted research with Prof. Per-Johan Dahl on porosity, hybrid spaces, urban heat islands, and futurism in architecture

Certification

Morning Greeting: Professionalism


Development in the Classroom


Classroom Time & Teacher Time


Assessment and Scoring in the Classroom


Child Led Learning Environment


Creating Quality Customer Experiences

Timeline

Childcare Lead Teacher

Goddard School
06.2023 - Current

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

KinderCare Learning Centers
12.2022 - 06.2023

Freelance Interior Designer

01.2020 - 01.2021

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Bellevue College

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

Lebanese American University

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