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Safiyah Bakari

Safiyah Bakari

Nashville,TN

Summary

  • Compassionate Assistant Montessori Teacher dedicated to teaching, maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity. Brings specialized skills in child-centered learning techniques, classroom management, and developmental assessment to foster supportive and stimulating educational environments. Certified in First Aid and CPR.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Montessori Teacher

Montessori East
01.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated engaging learning activities aligned with Montessori principles to promote children's independence and creativity.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop individualized educational plans for diverse learning styles.
  • Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive and respectful environment for students.
  • Implemented assessment strategies to track student progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly.

Front of House Team Member

The Behive
02.2022 - 12.2023
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring positive dining experiences and addressing guest inquiries promptly.

Cashier/Server

Otaku Ramen
10.2021 - 03.2022

Line cook

Shake Shack
02.2021 - 10.2021

Cashier/Deli & Juice Bar Worker

Turnip Truck
02.2020 - 02.2021

Barista/Cashier

Starbucks, Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt University
12.2018 - 08.2019

Education

High School Diploma - Studio Art

Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN
12.2022

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Child development
  • Communication skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Creativity in teaching
  • Patience and empathy
  • Montessori methods
  • Art and music integration
  • First aid and CPR
  • Creative thinking
  • Play-based learning

Affiliations

  • Freelance artist that has been running a small art business for over five years.
  • Volunteer worked with Linden Waldorf School of Nashville 2014-2016.
  • Studied studio art at Nashville State 2020-2022.

Timeline

Assistant Montessori Teacher

Montessori East
01.2024 - Current

Front of House Team Member

The Behive
02.2022 - 12.2023

Cashier/Server

Otaku Ramen
10.2021 - 03.2022

Line cook

Shake Shack
02.2021 - 10.2021

Cashier/Deli & Juice Bar Worker

Turnip Truck
02.2020 - 02.2021

Barista/Cashier

Starbucks, Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt University
12.2018 - 08.2019

High School Diploma - Studio Art

Nashville State Community College