Sadiyah Alam
Willowbrook,IL
Summary
Compassionate Health Sciences student with experience supporting students, families, and hospital teams. Skilled in progress tracking, patient care, and administrative support. Known for clear communication, patience, and organized care coordination that improves comfort, learning, and service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Tutor
GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
09.2026 - Current
- Enhanced number recognition, counting, and basic operations skills during learning sessions.
- Developed tailored practice materials for effective one-on-one and small-group instruction.
- Supported families with clear feedback on session focus and progress.
- Built student confidence through patient, positive, and structured interactions during lessons.
- Provided feedback regarding student progress to teachers, parents, and administrators.
Emergency Department Volunteer
Good Samaritan Advocate Hospital
Downers Grove, Illinois
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted Emergency Department patients and visitors with directions to ensure efficient navigation and access to care.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Transported patients by wheelchair and stretcher to enhance comfort and accessibility within Emergency Department corridors.
- Delivered blankets, water, and comfort items to waiting room guests to improve overall patient experience.
- Maintained cleanliness in the Emergency Department by restocking exam rooms, cleaning equipment, and disposing of hazardous waste appropriately.
NICU Volunteer
Good Samaritan Advocate Hospital
Downers Grove, Illinois
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided a quiet and calm presence in neonatal care areas to support patient comfort.
- Organized blankets, supplies, and patient comfort items for NICU staff.
- Conducted tours of the NICU for new parents, providing them with information about the unit's policies and procedures.
- Assisted families with directions and basic support in hospital units.
- Greeted visitors at the NICU entrance, ensuring that they had all necessary paperwork completed prior to entering the unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05-2029
Skills
- Educational support
- Parent collaboration
- Care coordination
- Patient care
- Performance assessment
- Progress tracking
- Critical thinking
- Administrative support
- Front office coordination
- Multitasking
- Professionalism and ethics
Accomplishments
- Benedicitne Academic Scholar, 2025- Present
- English Proficiency Award, 2024
- Journalism Honors, 2023-2025
Affiliations
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Club Board Member- Patient Support Chair, 2026-2027
- American Medical Association Club Member, 2025- Present
- Benedictine University UNICEF Club Member, 2025- Present
- Wishmakers at Benedicitne Club Member, 2025- Present
- NAMI Benedictine Club Member, 2025- Present
Timeline
Math Tutor
GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center
09.2026 - Current
Emergency Department Volunteer
Good Samaritan Advocate Hospital
10.2025 - 01.2026
NICU Volunteer
Good Samaritan Advocate Hospital
10.2024 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Benedictine University