Sadia Akhter
Diki Day Care
New York,NY
10
years of professional experience
Creative, compassionate, and strong leader with 5+ years of experience supporting children and clients. Skilled in communication, teamwork, problem solving, organization, and client care, with a passion for helping others and creating positive experiences. Adaptable, dependable, and ready to bring strong interpersonal and creative skills to a new professional environment.
Work History
Assistant Teacher
1 Year 7 Months- Clearly communicated and coordinated with clients to understand the needs and desires to gain specific outcomes
- Supported early developmental milestones for 2-year-old children in nurturing, engaging environment.
- Communicate effectively with families regarding children’s progress, daily activities, and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, organized classroom environment, adhering to daycare standards and regulations.
Afterschool instructor
1 Year- Developed and facilitated after-school enrichment activities that enhanced academic support, social development, and emotional well-being.
- Provided tailored support for children from diverse backgrounds, addressing specific learning and emotional needs.
- Collaborated with staff to design and implement inclusive, trauma-informed programs that fostered a supportive community.
- Fostered a safe, nurturing environment that encouraged student engagement and self-confidence
STEAM instructor
1 Year- Facilitated engaging STEAM lessons during after-school sessions, fostering student curiosity and creativity.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs, ensuring accessibility for all students, including those with special requirements.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, promoting a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and achievement.
Art teacher
3 Years- Engaged special needs students in creative projects, enhancing their artistic skills and encouraging personal expression.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that created a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, enhancing student participation.
- Established relationships with parents, facilitating communication to address children's artistic development and needs.
After-school/ summer school teacher
- Designed and implemented engaging educational activities and lessons tailored to diverse age groups, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive, supportive learning environment that promoted student success and personal growth.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum that addressed students' varying needs.
Youth worker
- Planned and conducted engaging activities to enhance program participants' skills and social interactions.
- Managed classrooms with positive behavior management strategies to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records and filed incident reports promptly, contributing to the overall safety and well-being of participants.
Teen Activist Program
1 Year- Networked with peers to exchange ideas on community contributions and current events, fostering collaboration.
- Supported various social justice causes through email and phone banking, mobilizing community engagement.
- Facilitated workshops on sex education and LGBTQ+ rights, empowering participants with knowledge and resources.
Youth Worker
- Completed assignments to develop essential employment skills for supporting youth.
- Participated in awareness campaigns addressing violence against children and women.
- Collaborated with team members on social justice initiatives.
Caregiver
3 Years- Assisted Alzheimer's patients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
- Prepared meals and administered medication to support health and well-being.
- Ensured safety and implemented effective communication strategies to foster understanding and comfort.
Education
Associate of Science - Public Health Education
Skills
Classroom management
Client Communication
Creative ability
Conflict Resolution
Time Management
Multitasking
Adaptability
Technology proficiency
MS office
Microsoft Office
Adobe Creative Suite
Visual Arts Integration
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Diki Day Care
01.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Afterschool instructor
Sunnyside Community House
01.2024 - 01.2025Read More
STEAM instructor
iCamp
01.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Art teacher
New York Tibetan Center
01.2022 - 01.2025Read More
After-school/ summer school teacher
Woodside on the move
01.2021 - 01.2021Read More
Youth worker
Commonpoint Queens
01.2021 - 01.2021Read More
Teen Activist Program
NYCLU
01.2020 - 01.2021Read More
Youth Worker
SYEP
01.2020 - 01.2020Read More
Caregiver
Home Care Service
01.2017 - 01.2020Read More
Cuny
Associate of Science from Public Health Education
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