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Manar Abdalla

Buffalo Grove,IL

Summary

Dedicated Kindergarten Teacher with 9 years of experience in early childhood education. Skilled in play-based learning, phonics, classroom management, and individualized student support. Passionate about creating a positive and engaging environment that supports children’s academic, social, and emotional development.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Al Farid Star Academy
Amman, Jordan
09.2024 - 07.2026

* Planned and delivered age-appropriate lessons in phonics, early literacy, mathematics, science, and social-emotional learning.
* Implemented play-based learning, learning centers, and hands-on activities to support students’ academic and developmental needs.
* Used differentiated instruction and positive classroom management strategies to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.
* Monitored student progress and maintained regular communication with parents and families.
* Organized classroom projects, educational activities, and special events to enhance students’ learning experiences.

Kindergarten Teacher

Sands National Academy
Amman, Jordan
08.2017 - 06.2024

* Planned and delivered age-appropriate lessons in phonics, early literacy, mathematics, science, and social-emotional learning.
* Implemented play-based learning, learning centers, and hands-on activities to support students’ academic and developmental needs.
* Used differentiated instruction and positive classroom management strategies to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.
* Monitored student progress and maintained regular communication with parents and families.
* Organized classroom projects, educational activities, and special events to enhance students’ learning experiences.

Trainee/internship

Reyada Scientific School
Jordan
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.

Education

Bachelor degree - Applied English

University of Jordan

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative communication with parents
  • Lesson planning
  • Early childhood development

Certification

Completed 14 Hours of Growth Development Course (Empowering KG English Teachers), Completed 6 hours of the online professional development at the (NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL TEACHING PD)., Completed 8 contact hours of EVEVATE! Phonics Conference. (Story based explanations by understanding the relationship between sounds and their spellings which will make students ready to read and write independently at early age., 5.5 hours of training in heart centered classroom management.

LANGUAGES

Excellent English.
Native Arabic Speaker.

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

Al Farid Star Academy
09.2024 - 07.2026

Kindergarten Teacher

Sands National Academy
08.2017 - 06.2024

Trainee/internship

Reyada Scientific School
04.2016 - 06.2016

Bachelor degree - Applied English

University of Jordan
Manar Abdalla