Najma J. Bulhan
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Community based experience collaborating with children and families in different educational settings. Compassionate, committed, and patient educator who collaborates effectively with multicultural populations to facilitate overall healthy youth development and academic success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 1 Technician
Minds Matter Inc
05.2024 - Current
- Trained and mentored junior therapists on ABA techniques and best practices.
- Monitored client behavior data to ensure compliance with treatment objectives.
- Facilitated parent training sessions to promote consistency in behavioral interventions at home.
- Utilized data-driven approaches to refine therapy methods and improve effectiveness.
- Advocated for client needs within school settings, fostering team collaboration for optimal support.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by implementing evidence-based interventions and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and functioning of upper extremities.
- Provided ongoing supervision and guidance to junior therapists, ensuring adherence to best practices in ABA therapy.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advances in ABA research and practice standards.
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques throughout therapy sessions, motivating clients towards goal achievement.
- Trained caregivers and family members in ABA techniques, promoting consistency in the therapeutic environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to devise comprehensive strategies for achieving clients'' behavioral goals.
- Designed engaging group activities aimed at improving social interaction skills among peers within a therapeutic setting.
Middle/High School Special Education Teacher
New Centruy Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented specialized instructional strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate student support services.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on assessment data.
Kindergarten Teacher
Banaadir Elementary
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Actively communicated with parents
- Developed and implemented educational programs accommodating different learning styles, including an art-based curriculum for children ages 5-7
- Prepared teaching materials such as picture books, drawing books, and slideshows
- Focused on small group learning within the class
- Implemented learning stations
- Students learned through play
- Conducted morning and closing circles
- Worked on manners and kindness throughout the day
- Tested students on Fridays
- Held a graduation ceremony with students alongside others
- Planned field trips for the students
Parent Educator
The Family Partnership – Department Parenting for the Future
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepare Case Plan with parents
- Oversee Parenting Classes on every Thursday
- Advocate, teach, and assist clients with obtaining resources available in the community
- Conduct home visits to ensure parenting skills learned in groups are transferred to home
- Facilitate and prepare Circle of Security 8 week training for parents
- Provide in-home education, support, and parenting skills including child safety, positive discipline, healthy child development, communication, self-esteem, and relationships
- Help families identify their strengths and as well as their challenges with healthy parenting and assist in setting goals to improve parent-child relationship
Kindergarten Teacher
Set Academy School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Actively communicated with parents
- Developed and implemented educational programs accommodating different learning styles, including an art-based curriculum for children ages 5-7
- Prepared teaching materials such as picture books, drawing books, and slideshows
- Focused on small group learning within the class
- Implemented learning stations
- Students learned through play
- Conducted morning and closing circles
- Worked on manners and kindness throughout the day
- Tested students on Fridays
- Held a graduation ceremony with students alongside others
- Planned field trips for the students
Student Teacher
Ready to Grow, Ready to Learn
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Enhance student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
Education
Masters in Academic and Behavior Strategist (ABS) -
Saint Thomas University
Bachelor of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Metropolitan State University
Associate Degrees - Science of Education & Liberal Arts
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Graduate Certificate - Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06-2026
Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in MS Word and communication skills
Language
English
Somali
Timeline
Middle/High School Special Education Teacher
New Centruy Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
Level 1 Technician
Minds Matter Inc
05.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Banaadir Elementary
08.2023 - 08.2024
Parent Educator
The Family Partnership – Department Parenting for the Future
11.2022 - 08.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Set Academy School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Student Teacher
Ready to Grow, Ready to Learn
12.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Metropolitan State University
Associate Degrees - Science of Education & Liberal Arts
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Masters in Academic and Behavior Strategist (ABS) -
Saint Thomas University
Graduate Certificate - Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University