Rouaida Abdulghani
Cary,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator and former Restaurant Owner & Manager with expertise in classroom management and financial oversight. Proven ability to enhance student learning through tailored lesson plans and effective communication. Recognized for implementing successful marketing strategies that boosted customer engagement and sales. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and achieving academic excellence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
02.2016 - Current
- Facilitated student learning with lesson plan guidance
- Managed classroom activities during teacher absences
- Maintained classroom order and safety standards
- Communicated effectively with students and staff
- Implemented school policies in diverse environments
- Collaborated with teachers for seamless transitions
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
Private Language Tutor
Lebanese American University
Lebanon, Lebanon
05.1997 - 02.2021
- Developed customized lesson plans for diverse language learners.
- Assessed language proficiency through regular evaluations and feedback.
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum with academic standards.
- Mentored students in effective study techniques and language retention strategies.
- Created individualized assessments based on student progress.
- Organized small group activities to promote interactive learning experiences.
- Integrated technology into daily lesson plans when appropriate.
- Utilized a variety of teaching approaches, including audio and visual aids, online tools, and written exercises.
Restaurant Owner & Manager
Self Employed
Raleigh, NC
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Managed cash flow by setting budgets for expenses such as labor cost and food cost and ensuring timely payment of bills and taxes, as well as monitoring accounts receivable and payable records.
- Located relevant vendors, set up schedules, and coordinated delivery, storage, and organization of inventory.
- Implemented operational procedures to maximize efficiency while minimizing costs.
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase restaurant sales.
- Evaluated the performance of employees regularly through performance reviews, coaching sessions, and feedback from customers.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Friends University
Wichita, KS12-1991
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Instruction delivery
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Curriculum alignment
- Financial management
- Marketing strategy
- Customer service
- Sales analysis
- Team leadership
Certification
- Substitute Teaching Certification – Wake County, NC
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
02.2016 - Current
Restaurant Owner & Manager
Self Employed
01.2001 - 01.2010
Private Language Tutor
Lebanese American University
05.1997 - 02.2021
BBA - Business Administration
Friends University
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