Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Teacher

Ruqiyo Abdo

Irvine

Summary

I'm seeking full-time employment in the elementary or early childhood classroom setting. Student-focused approach, keeping students' needs and interests in mind and building relationships with them. Focuses on personalized learning and adapts classroom materials to meet students' needs, in addition to maintaining a positive and collaborative classroom environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Assistant

Cypress Village Elementary School
Irvine, CA
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Managed classroom materials inventory, ensuring necessary supplies were available for daily lessons and activities.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.

Student Teaching/ Observation

Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School
Orange, CA
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Observed students in 3rd grade classroom
  • Observed teacher's social and linguistic techniques
  • Observed a teacher to gain an understanding of various teaching methods
  • Taught individual and small groups lessons as directed by the teacher
  • Assisted students during lessons
  • Supervised students during lunch hour and break

Instructional Assistant

Iftin Charter School
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
  • Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups of 5-8 students
  • Oversaw students in theclassroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies: Early Teaching And Learning

California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA
11.2022

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Effective listening and verbal communication skills
  • Technology
  • Strong work ethic
  • CPR certified
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Positive Learning Environment

Accomplishments

  • Received Honor Roll of Undergraduate for excellent academics
  • Received Dean's list for excellent academics

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Limited Working

Timeline

Instructional Assistant

Cypress Village Elementary School
08.2023 - Current

Student Teaching/ Observation

Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School
03.2022 - 05.2022

Instructional Assistant

Iftin Charter School
01.2019 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies: Early Teaching And Learning

California State University - Dominguez Hills
Ruqiyo Abdo