Ola Merzah
Katy
Summary
A dynamic educator with a proven track record at Starfish Academy, I excel in fostering student engagement and building strong relationships. Leveraging skills in classroom management and lesson planning, I've significantly enhanced learning experiences. My approach, blending critical thinking with a growth mindset, has consistently uplifted student outcomes and parent satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Starfish Acadmey
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Assistant Teacher
Sunshine Nursery
01.2017 - 09.2020
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business Management
University of Houston
Houston, TX06-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Public speaking
- Child development
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Starfish Acadmey
03.2021 - 02.2023
Assistant Teacher
Sunshine Nursery
01.2017 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - International Business Management
University of Houston
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