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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
Languages
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Saja Alkelane

Justice,IL

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Tutor

08.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with students and assisted them to complete assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure and supported them with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Freelance Photographer

People, Organization, And Events.
10.2018 - Current
  • Captured and edited high-quality photographs for clients, consistently delivering exceptional results and meeting their specific requirements. Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and goals, providing professional guidance and creative input to achieve desired outcomes for each shoot.

Arabic Language Teacher

Freelance
02.2023 - Current
  • Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
  • Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
  • Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.

Volunteer

Chicago Hot Chocolate Run
11.2022 - 11.2022
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented UIC and KASA positively and professionally while providing needed services.

Arabic Translator and Interpreter

Mercy's Medical Equipments Corp.
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Reviewed and transcribed audio or internet materials with high accuracy and expression.
  • ???Listened to, comprehended, and translated oral or written communications from English to Arabic and vice versa.??? ????Reviewed and transcribed audio or internet materials with high accuracy and expression.??ensuring accurate and culturally appropriate communication between parties.

Babysitter

Neighbors & Relatives Houses.
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians. And reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.

Volunteer

Chicago Hot Chocolate Run
11.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented UIC and KASA positively and professionally while providing needed services.

Cashier (Part Time)

Shop & Save Market
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Greeted customers and responded promptly to customer needs. Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register to process customer transactions efficiently, maintaining high level of accuracy and customer satisfaction.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints and concerns promptly, ensuring positive resolution and enhancing customer loyalty.

Tutor Volunteer

Argo Community High School
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Stayed after school for ESL Afterschool Help to assist students who need more help with English or Math, in addition to other subjects if needed.
  • Assisted students with completing homework assignments, identifying lagging skills, and correcting weaknesses.
  • Taught study skills and other methods for test preparation.

Teacher's Assistant

Freelance Artist

Social Media Marketing and Management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Argo Community High School
Summit
05.2019

Associate of Science -

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Statistics

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2024

Minor - Fine Arts

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Technical and Computer Proficiency
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Organizational & Planning Skills
  • Personnel & Time Management Skills
  • Multimedia and Interactive Media & Presentations
  • Visualization, Representation, and Brainstorming
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Audio-Visual, Art, and Handcraft Demonstrations
  • Adobe Apps Skills (Photography, Videography, Design & Audio Editing Apps)
  • Oil Painting and Sketch Designs Creative Design and Decorative Finishes
  • Innovative Teaching Methods

Certification

Arabic & English Seal of Biliteracy.

Phi Theta Kappa Certificate.
Art Awards certificates.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Limited Working
Korean
Limited Working

Timeline

Arabic Language Teacher

Freelance
02.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Chicago Hot Chocolate Run
11.2022 - 11.2022

Volunteer

Chicago Hot Chocolate Run
11.2021 - 11.2021

Babysitter

Neighbors & Relatives Houses.
06.2021 - 05.2022

Arabic Translator and Interpreter

Mercy's Medical Equipments Corp.
04.2021 - 11.2022

Cashier (Part Time)

Shop & Save Market
04.2021 - 06.2021

Freelance Tutor

08.2020 - Current

Freelance Photographer

People, Organization, And Events.
10.2018 - Current

Tutor Volunteer

Argo Community High School
09.2018 - 05.2019

Teacher's Assistant

Freelance Artist

Social Media Marketing and Management.

High School Diploma -

Argo Community High School

Associate of Science -

Moraine Valley Community College

Bachelor of Science - Statistics

University of Illinois At Chicago

Minor - Fine Arts

University of Illinois At Chicago
Saja Alkelane