MANAL JIHAD
Houston,TX
Summary
Professional educator, passionate , and dedicated Math and Science teacher with eight years of experience in fostering student growth, building collaborative classroom environments, and promoting critical thinking. Prepared for leadership in teaching role. Proven track record in curriculum development, and classroom management, and commitment to educational equity to ensure that all children, regardless of background, have access to a high-quality education, and fostering positive learning environment. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing educational needs. Reliable and results-driven, with expertise in student assessment instructional strategies . Adaptable and reliable team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Houston Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, field trips, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Assisted in developing effective classroom management strategies that fostered an inclusive community where all students felt valued and respected.
Substitute Teacher
Houston Independent School District
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
Engineering Technology Teacher
Babel University
09.2006 - 04.2014
- Taught electrical engineering courses and conducted curriculum development, instruction and student needs assessment.
- Supported electrical engineering students in lab work as well as classroom lessons to demonstrate connections between theoretical and practical concepts.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that supported open communication between students from diverse backgrounds with varying levels of experience in engineering disciplines.
- Guided students through team-based design projects, enhancing critical thinking and collaboration skills necessary for success in the field of engineering.
- Improved student understanding of complex technology concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Incorporated project-based learning into lesson plans, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations while developing time management and organization skills.
- Managed laboratory sessions effectively by implementing safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and supervising hands-on experiments.
- Supported struggling learners by offering extra tutoring sessions or targeted intervention strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced student understanding of engineering principles by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on projects in lessons.
- Incorporated creative problem-solving exercises into lessons, promoting critical thinking skills among students.
- Provided individualized tutoring and support to bring up core academic knowledge of all students.
- Assessed student performance regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on trends and advancements in educational technology teaching methods.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Babel University
Babylon Province , Iraq06-2006
Skills
- Classroom management
- Bilingual ( Arabic , English )
- Leadership development
- Student motivation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Problem-solving
- Parent-teacher communication
- Mathematics teaching
- Microsoft office
- Data collection and analysis
- Autocad
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Houston Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Houston Independent School District
02.2020 - 06.2022
Engineering Technology Teacher
Babel University
09.2006 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Babel University
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