Salma Waheed
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 9 years of experience fostering engaging, inclusive learning environments for young learners. Skilled in individualized instruction, behavior management, and building strong relationships with students, families, and staff. Adept at integrating technology to enhance instruction, adapting strategies to meet diverse needs, and leading collaborative initiatives. Passionate about child development and committed to continuous learning as I seek to apply instructional expertise and communication skills to support impactful, district-level curriculum solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Inclusion Teacher
Upcounty Early Childhood Center
08.2020 - Current
- Built family relationships through communication, goal-setting, and individual support.
- Promoted social-emotional growth with lessons and behavior management strategies.
- Developed individualized plans, de-escalated behaviors, and encouraged development.
- Collaborated with paras, integrated technology, and planned inclusive events.
- Took on leadership roles when needed.
Kindergarten Teacher
Howard County
09.2019 - 06.2020
Fallsmead Elementary And Beall Elementary
10.2016 - 06.2019
Substitute Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
03.2016 - 05.2016
Intern
Talbott Springs Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Internship in a third-grade classroom
- Internship in a second-grade classroom
- Internship in a Pre-K classroom
Education
Completed Reading Specialist Coursework
University of Loyola
B.A - Psychology
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Skills
- Dependable
- Empathic
- Collaborative
- Patient
- Flexible
- Team-oriented
- Enthusiastic
- Leadership
- Tutoring (Reading & Math)
- Curriculum Design
- Instructional Support
- Presentations
- Communication
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- EdTech Tools
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
Certification
- Maryland Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education
- 90 Hours Certification in Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Pre-K Inclusion Teacher
Upcounty Early Childhood Center
08.2020 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Howard County
09.2019 - 06.2020
Fallsmead Elementary And Beall Elementary
10.2016 - 06.2019
Substitute Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
03.2016 - 05.2016
Intern
Talbott Springs Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2015
B.A - Psychology
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Completed Reading Specialist Coursework
University of Loyola
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