Experienced educator and school leader with over 15 years in diverse educational environments. Expertise in curriculum development, fostering positive learning atmospheres, and empowering students to excel. Proficient in differentiated instruction and data-driven decision-making, with a strong focus on building relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement and performance through innovative lesson planning.
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Reshelle Abdul-Malik
Marietta,USA
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Amana AcademyAlpharetta, GA
Language Arts Teacher
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Taught 8th grade language arts courses with the highest standards, enthusiasm and expertise for each student that conveyed intellectual inquiry and high quality work
- Designed instruction that emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving using the engineering design process
- Collaborate with colleagues and departments to enrich curriculum and instruction while also facilitating professional development regarding best practices for standardized test preparation
- Create hands-on, project-based learning experiences with real-world applications and authentic service learning
- Implemented Expeditionary Learning curriculum with fidelity to a diverse group of students
- Facilitated school wide service projects to promote literacy across K-8 student population
Colonel Smith Middle SchoolFt. Huachuca, AZ
Language Arts Teacher
08.2023 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Developed and implemented student-centered lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives
- Utilized diverse instructional methods to cater to individual learning styles and needs, resulting in increased student achievement in reading and language comprehension
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning community and participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in best practices
- I facilitated a PLC at my school, where I led discussions and activities to help educators learn new strategies and share best practices
Makkah International InstituteLilburn, GA
Principal/Teacher
05.2019 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Established and led a thriving online school serving over 50 students across grades K-12
- Developed dynamic curricula and fostered a collaborative learning environment through innovative online teaching methods and tools
- Oversaw all aspects of school operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and technology infrastructure
- I facilitated a PLC at my school, where I led discussions and activities to help educators learn new strategies and share best practices
Al Falah AcademyLilburn, GA
RTI Coordinator
07.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Supervised intervention programs, monitored student progress, and collaborated with parents and teachers to support students with academic and behavioral challenges
- Presented workshops on literacy strategies and provided valuable feedback to teachers through classroom observations
Lilburn Middle SchoolLilburn, GA
Language Arts Teacher
01.2016 - 07.2017
Job overview
- Increased student standardized test scores over 30% from pretest to posttest.
- Collaboratively planned differentiated and engaging lesson plans with language arts teachers.
- Served as co-content leader for seventh grade language arts curriculum.
- Attended county literacy leadership meetings to share best practices.
- Participated in SST meetings to develop strategies for student academic success.
Al Falah AcademyLilburn, GA
Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher
07.2012 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Taught language arts and social studies for grades four through eight.
- Facilitated integrated thematic learning units across language arts, social studies, math, and science.
- Differentiated instruction to enhance standardized test scores for all students.
- Participated in RTI meetings to address student needs and progress.
- Served as faculty advisor for National History Day program.
- Achieved NWEA MAP test scores above the national average through targeted strategies.
National High SchoolDuluth, GA
Virtual Humanities Teacher
01.2014 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Delivered virtual English and Social Studies lessons via Webex software, enhancing student engagement.
- Maintained enriching classroom environment to foster active learning.
- Developed assignments aligned with Common Core standards to ensure curriculum compliance.
- Utilized ESOL techniques to support students with limited English proficiency.
- Utilized technology effectively in the classroom, including interactive whiteboards, laptops and iPads.
Education
International TEFL And TESOL Training
TESOL Certification from Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
01.2011
University Overview
Georgia State UniversityGA
Master of Arts from Teaching, Social Studies & Language Arts
01.2010
University Overview
Georgia State UniversityGA
Bachelor of Social Work
01.2007
University Overview
Skills
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Data-driven decision making
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Collaboration and communication
- Assessment and evaluation
- Professional development
- Project Based Learning
- Instructional design
- Literacy strategies
- Team leadership
- Instructional materials preparation
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Award winning National History Day team coach.
- Faculty advisor for the running club.
- Georgia Master Gardener.
- County runner up Middle School girls basketball coach.
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Published children's book author
- The Leaders Readers Network fellow 2024/2025
- State runner-up for National History Day project
- State runner-up for middle school girls basketball
Certification
- Georgia T5 Teacher Certification grades 4-8 Language Arts and Social Studies ESOL endorsement
- TESOL Certificate
- Arizona Middle Grades 5-9 Social Studies and Language Art
- ESOL K-12
References
References
References available upon request.Timeline
Language Arts Teacher
Colonel Smith Middle School
08.2023 - 07.2024
Language Arts Teacher
Amana Academy
07.2023 - Current
Principal/Teacher
Makkah International Institute
05.2019 - 12.2023
RTI Coordinator
Al Falah Academy
07.2017 - 07.2018
Language Arts Teacher
Lilburn Middle School
01.2016 - 07.2017
Virtual Humanities Teacher
National High School
01.2014 - 08.2014
Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher
Al Falah Academy
07.2012 - 07.2015
International TEFL And TESOL Training
TESOL Certification from Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
Georgia State University
Master of Arts from Teaching, Social Studies & Language Arts
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Social Work
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