Maria Karkabi

Philadelphia, PA | Aug 2024 – Present

• Support children and pre-teens with emotional regulation, focus, confidence, and frustration tolerance related to schoolwork.

• Provide virtual and in-person sessions using Zoom, educational tools, and interactive activities.

• Develop individualized support plans and track progress.

• Coach caregivers on routines, study habits, and positive behavior strategies.

• Worked with children and families managing anxiety, attention challenges, and academic stress.

• Adapted communication and teaching strategies to each child’s developmental level.

• Delivered trauma-informed, culturally responsive support to enhance engagement.

• Applied behavior-support strategies to improve focus and follow-through.

LGBTQ+ Program Coordinator — Big Brothers Big Sisters

Philadelphia, PA | Aug 2020 – Jul 2023

• Led weekly youth groups for ages 8–13, both virtually and in-person.

• Created structured, age-appropriate activities that supported social skills, confidence, and emotional literacy.

• Provided one-on-one support to youth needing academic and behavioral guidance.

• Collaborated with caregivers and school staff to reinforce academic goals.