Mariam Surtee
Glendale Heights,US
Summary
A dedicated and passionate educator with a proven track record of successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty, and parents. Well-versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Charles G. Reskin Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Youth Services Librarian
Glenside Public Library
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Furnished reference, research and document delivery services to support needs of patrons.
- Offered library instruction and education programs for library patrons.
- Provided technical and operational support for electronic resources.
- Assisted patrons with computer searches and inter-library loans.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
3rd Grade Teacher
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Create, develop, and implement core elementary school curriculum
- Develop lesson plans and impart education based on individual students' abilities
- Assign homework and class work to students and assist them with queries
- Follow up on homework daily and give feedback to students
- Provide special attention to students who may not be able to handle complex questions
- Use a wide array of instructional strategies such as lectures, group discussions, centers, and inquiry to facilitate understanding
- Ensure that each lesson plan is translated into learning experiences so that instruction time is used effectively
- Establish and maintain standards of student behavior and ensure that it is adhered to
- Supervise students during classes to ensure that they are working properly
- Ensure that teaching methods are adapted to the varying needs of individual students
- Celebrate student work by displaying it on bulletin boards with a view to encourage them
- Oversee outdoor activities to ensure safety of students
- Create effective environment for students by employing learning tactic through functional and attractive classroom displays
- Grade class work and homework on a regular basis and maintain accurate student records
- Prepare and administer test to evaluate students' understanding of concepts introduced in class
- Observe students for behavioral changes and report any conclusive observations to the school administration.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Title 1 Teacher
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Conducted small group activities and gave lessons to a large group of students
- Some instructional responsibilities were to plan and assemble a bulletin board, read stories aloud, teach individuals, incorporate common core standards to my lessons
- Administered, graded, and evaluated end of chapter math and literacy tests to students
- Developing and implementing unit lessons for kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade
- Administering tests and evaluations and analyzing student performance and their area of need
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by encouraging students to learn and promote student growth while developing an excellent rapport with them
- Motivated students by using different strategies like manipulatives and breaking down tasks to increase their success rate
- Incorporated the practical use of technology in my lessons and classroom activities.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Accurately prepare and distribute patient medications
- Perform calculations
- Prepare sterile medicines including those used to treat cancer
- Collect accurate patient information
- Process third party billing claims and assist with prior authorization completion
- Work directly with patients to obtain medication histories and reconciliation
- Assist in the management of investigational drug studies
- Use technology to help maintain accurate patient records, medication inventory, and orders
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Assisted customers with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items in person or over the phone to solve their problems
- Double-checked patient data and billing information in order to identify and correct erroneous bills caused by system errors.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Lead Teacher
Tutor Time of Glendale Heights
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Making sure all children are always safe
- Reading books to them during story time
- Day to day activities which may include, father day gifts, finger painting, making cookie caterpillars, etc
- Taking children outside for some outdoor exercise and activities
- Providing children with breakfast, lunch, and snack
- Signing students in and out during drop-off and pick-up
- Created and implemented activities for students of all school age
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to improve student learning and classroom success
- Worked with students of all ages and abilities to help them develop lifelong learning skills and study habits.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Customer Service Representative
Best Buy
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Handle all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies
- Answer customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner
- Call customers to confirm delivery dates and/or set up delivery dates for their products
- Assist with go backs and made sure sales floor looks presentable for our customers
- Supported overall organization
- Collaborated with customers to determine their needs and delivery service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL12.2021
Associate of Arts - Education
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05.2019
High School -
Glenbard East High School
Lombard, IL05.2017
Skills
- Team-oriented mentality
- Parental communication
- Planning and coordination
- Relationship development
- Organization
- Professional development
- Classroom management
- Adaptable style
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Behavior management
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Substitute Teaching License
- Paraprofessional License
- Pharmacy Technician License
Languages
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Services Librarian
Glenside Public Library
06.2023 - 08.2023
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Charles G. Reskin Elementary
08.2022 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School
03.2022 - 05.2022
Title 1 Teacher
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School
01.2022 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
09.2021 - 12.2021
Lead Teacher
Tutor Time of Glendale Heights
05.2019 - 08.2021
Customer Service Representative
Best Buy
07.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Lewis University
Associate of Arts - Education
College of DuPage
High School -
Glenbard East High School
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