NAZIA M. JALALI
Chicago,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering seven year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Familiar with local, state, and federal standards and regulations related to academic performance, assessment programs and educational practices. Experienced leading faculty and staff of elementary schools.
Elementary School Teacher with over thirteen years of experience in a classroom setting with up to 15-20 students. Recognized for ability to develop and implement activities that improves students learning and behavioral skills, as well as confidence and self-reliance. Ensure open communication with parents and administrators regarding students’ growth and well-being.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
ICCD Academy
Des Plaines, IL
06.2016 - 10.2021
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Math and Reading Teacher
Kumon, Math and Reading
Chicago, Illinois
10.2014 - 04.2021
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
Assistant Principal and Kindergarten Teacher
Guidance Educational Academy
Chicago, United States
09.2007 - 09.2014
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
K-Substitute Teacher
ICC Full Time School
Chicago, Illinois
04.2007 - 06.2007
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Financial Aide Office Assistant
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, Illinois
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instructions
University of Phoenix
Arizona City, AZ05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Arizona City, AZ10.2020
Associates Degree - General Education Studies
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL07.2003
High School Diploma -
Stephen Tyng Mather High School
Chicago, IL06.1999
Skills
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development/Common Core Knowledge
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Active listening
- Literature circle/Phonics
- Community building/Teamwork
- Individualized instruction
- Remote teaching/technology integrated
Reading
I really enjoy all types of reading and new curriculum content while away from work and kids. I am always looking for new strategies from reading to help my children, staff, and faculty that can help in their learning.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
ICCD Academy
06.2016 - 10.2021
Math and Reading Teacher
Kumon, Math and Reading
10.2014 - 04.2021
Assistant Principal and Kindergarten Teacher
Guidance Educational Academy
09.2007 - 09.2014
K-Substitute Teacher
ICC Full Time School
04.2007 - 06.2007
Financial Aide Office Assistant
Northeastern Illinois University
01.1998 - 01.2000
High School Diploma -
Stephen Tyng Mather High School
Associates Degree - General Education Studies
Wilbur Wright College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instructions
University of Phoenix