Malak H. Osman
Dearborn,USA
Summary
Innovative educator with expertise in lesson planning and student support for diverse age groups. Skilled in building strong relationships and identifying individual learner strengths. Focused on designing engaging and accessible learning experiences using instructional design principles and learning technologies to enhance knowledge retention and achieve measurable outcomes.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching Intern
Mitchell Elementary
Ann Arbor, Michigan
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student collaboration and participation.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers to create inclusive educational resources and materials.
- Organized classroom events to promote community involvement and student engagement.
- Utilized technology tools for interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student performance and classroom activities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Took roll each morning and noted absences in software system.
- Utilized data analysis to inform instruction decisions.
- Planned and implemented lesson plans in accordance with school policy.
- Provided instruction to students in small groups or on an individual basis.
- Demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement through reflective practice.
- Conducted assessments of student performance using standardized tests and other appropriate measures.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe classroom environment for students.
- Developed individual education plans for special education students as needed.
- Observed teaching techniques and methods used by the supervising teacher.
- Implemented technology into lessons as appropriate.
- Participated in staff meetings, professional learning communities, and other collaborative activities.
- Assisted teachers in the development of instructional materials.
- Researched current trends in educational practices related to curriculum development and delivery.
- Engaged actively in professional development activities such as workshops and seminars.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and teachers.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences as requested by the supervising teacher.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative strategies to enhance student learning.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student understanding and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary curriculum projects and activities.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Teaching Intern
AAPS Summer Learning Institute, Mitchell Elementary School
Ann Arbor, Michigan
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with mentor teachers to design tailored lesson plans for individual students, enhancing learning experiences.
- Created lesson plans according to the students' grade level and state requirements for subjects, such as Literacy and Math.
- Supported teachers by preparing engaging lesson materials and classroom activities that facilitated student participation.
- Supported students with individualized learning needs during instructional time.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Partnered with staff to create age-appropriate curriculum adaptations, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
- Discussed potential learning strategies and techniques with professors to ensure the best form of education for each student.
Substitute Teacher K-12
Multiple Schools Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, MI
Dearborn, USA
06.2019 - 01.2025
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
- Managed assignments, addressed student needs, and maintained recordkeeping while taking over class for regular teacher.
- Maintained classroom routines to support positive student environments and ensure consistent schedules.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement educational strategies and enhance student support networks.
Long-Term 4th Grade Substitute Teacher
Haigh Elementary School
Dearborn, USA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Created lesson plans according to the students' grade level and state requirements for subjects, such as English, Math, Reading, Social Studies, and Science.
- Taught diverse subjects for 4th graders, successfully delivering seamless teaching in the absence of their regular teacher.
- Explored and shared effective learning strategies with 4th grade department to enhance educational outcomes for students.
- Coordinated with teaching staff to develop and implement educational strategies and support networks for student success.
- Engaged with parents to provide insights on student performance, classroom etiquette, and quality of work.
- Inputted grades and performance for each student to form a report for parents to review, such as report cards.
- Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Communicated with teacher during their leave to keep them up to date on all day-to-day classroom activities.
Nanny
Private Family
Dearborn, USA
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Administered one-on-one care to support a child’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs.
- Facilitated Montessori-style environment, promoting a child’s growth and independence during developmental stages.
- Established engaging, nurturing environment to enhance a child's comfort and emotional well-being.
- Ensured day-to-day environment was safe and suitable, fostering a secure space for a child’s development through adolescence.
- Communicated with the child’s parents daily to collaborate on important issues to efficiently maintain a routine that would be familiar for the child.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education with Teaching Certification
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI08-2021
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Bilingual communication
- Assessment design
- Instructional strategies
- Course material creation
- Classroom management
- Educational collaboration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
- Bilingual communication
- Growth mindset
- Organizational skills
- Cultural awareness
- Team building
- E-learning design
- E-learning design
Certification
Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate, 05/01/26, Lower Elementary (Z0): Pk-3, Upper Elementary (ZP): 3-6
Leadership Experience
Foundation Director/ Founder, The Osman Strong Foundation
Founded: December 18th, 2018
Organized board meetings and tasks among members of the organization. Created the foundation’s mission statement: "The Osman Strong Foundation promises to finish the race of humanitarian action and medical empathy that the late Mohamad Osman greatly embodied in life.". Organized fundraisers within the community and collaborated with small businesses to organize fundraising opportunities. Elected board members to promote growth and success of the foundation.
Honors And Awards
Foundation of The Year 2020, President of Lebanese Student Association, 01/01/20, Was named the Lebanese Student Association’s Foundation of the year for putting together fundraisers that attributed to the ability to help multiple people, including countries outside of the USA.
Languages
Arabic
Professional
Accomplishments
- Rackham Merit Fellow Recipient
Timeline
Student Teaching Intern
Mitchell Elementary
09.2025 - 06.2026
Teaching Intern
AAPS Summer Learning Institute, Mitchell Elementary School
06.2025 - 09.2025
Long-Term 4th Grade Substitute Teacher
Haigh Elementary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Substitute Teacher K-12
Multiple Schools Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, MI
06.2019 - 01.2025
Nanny
Private Family
06.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Elementary Education with Teaching Certification
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Wayne State University