Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Interests
Timeline
Education and Training
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Najima Ali

Najima Ali

Minneapolis,Minnesota

Summary

An ambitious and compassionate individual with a strong background in caregiving and customer service. Skilled in communication, adaptability, and building meaningful connections. Experienced in education, early childhood development, and public service roles, with a deep commitment to supporting growing minds and strengthening communities. Dedicated to helping others by connecting families with resources and collaborating to ensure quality care for their loved ones. Passionate about teaching, community engagement, and making a positive impact through every interaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Technician

Altruistic Therapy
10.2024 - Current
  • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support clients' developmental goals.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies for clients.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed.
  • Developed and maintained detailed documentation of client sessions and behavioral data.
  • Facilitated communication between families and therapists to ensure continuity of care.
  • Developed and maintained a professional relationship with the client and caregiver.

Lead Infant Teacher

Everbrook Academy
10.2023 - 05.2025

Began as an aide assisting across multiple classrooms and stepping in for teachers during emergencies. Later served as a Pre-K teacher for three months before supporting the incoming teacher during their transition. Progressed into the role of Lead Infant Teacher, responsible for designing weekly schedules and routines, adapting provided curriculum to meet lesson goals, and collaborating with co-teachers to maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment. Worked closely with parents to address each child’s individual developmental needs and ensure consistent communication and care.

Aid Teacher

Primrose Schools
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

Aid Teacher

Primerose
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.

Stocking Associate

Walmart
12.2020 - 03.2022
  • Arranged product on shelves following merchandising guidelines.
  • Stocked merchandise by UPC codes and read labels to match.
  • Inspected items received for damage or other issues.
  • Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.

Optician

Pearle Vision
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Scheduled appointments, verified insurance coverage, maintained accurate patient records and assisted with preliminary testing.
  • Instructed patients on insertion, removal, cleaning, care and proper handling of contact lenses.
  • Recommended specific lenses, coatings and frames to suit individual client needs.
  • Repaired and adjusted frames to meet customer needs.

Journalist Intern

North News
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Researched and wrote articles on current events, enhancing audience engagement and awareness.
  • Conducted interviews with community members, gathering diverse perspectives for feature stories.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine content, ensuring clarity and adherence to publication standards.
  • Utilized social media platforms to promote articles, increasing readership and online interactions.
  • Collaborated with peers to research, write, and edit community-focused stories.
  • Gained hands-on experience in media production and published a feature on the impact of COVID-19 on high school seniors.

Intern/Teacher's Assistant

YMCA Edison Beacons
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Assisted in developing lesson plans and instructional materials to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Supported classroom management strategies to foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
  • Facilitated small group activities, promoting collaboration and peer-to-peer learning among students.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers for individualized instruction adjustments.
  • Supported the integration of technology into lesson plans for enhanced learning experiences.
  • Supported teachers during field trips to nearby community parks, children’s museums, and water parks, ensuring supervision and safety throughout all activities.
  • Assisted with student arrival and dismissal by helping children off and onto buses, guiding them to classrooms, and following safety protocols to maintain an organized and secure environment.

Education

No Degree - Political Science & Psychology

Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Patrick Henry High School
Minneapolis, MN
05.2021

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Community Relationship Building
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Building
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Creative Lesson Planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Classroom instruction
  • Collaborative learning

Languages

Somali
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Gardening
  • Pilates
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Dancing
  • Volunteer Travel
  • Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
  • Creative Writing
  • Cooking
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings

Timeline

Behavioral Technician

Altruistic Therapy
10.2024 - Current

Lead Infant Teacher

Everbrook Academy
10.2023 - 05.2025

Aid Teacher

Primrose Schools
08.2023 - 10.2023

Aid Teacher

Primerose
03.2022 - 11.2022

Stocking Associate

Walmart
12.2020 - 03.2022

Optician

Pearle Vision
03.2020 - 11.2020

Journalist Intern

North News
01.2020 - 06.2020

Intern/Teacher's Assistant

YMCA Edison Beacons
06.2018 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Patrick Henry High School

No Degree - Political Science & Psychology

Hennepin Technical College

Education and Training

High school diploma

Some colledge- Current student 

Studying Psychology & Political Science ( First Year)

CDA Training

ABA Training 

CPR & First Aide Certified