Samira Hefa
Kennewick,WA
Summary
Playful teacher with experience in capturing classroom attention through stimulating educational activities. Trained in providing learning assessment and grading techniques. Known for excellent communication between teachers, parents, and students. Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience at Benton Franklin Head Start.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Supervisor Administrative Assistant
Benton Franklin Head Start
Richland, WA
12.2022 - Current
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in the classroom environment.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss strategies for improving educational programs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Benton Franklin Head Start
Richland, WA
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted in the development of individualized instructional goals for each student based on assessment data.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Observed children to record development.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that promoted physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth of students.
Preschool Support Teacher
Benton Franklin Head Start
Richland, WA
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for classroom activities.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Encouraged a safe learning environment through positive reinforcement techniques such as verbal praise or rewards systems.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA06-2024
High School Diploma -
Rainier Beach High School
Seattle, WA06-1999
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WASkills
- Classroom management
- Individualized lesson plans
- Curriculum development
- Social-emotional learning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Language development
- Assessment Strategies
- Communication Skills
- Professional Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Technology Integration
- Collaboration Skills
Timeline
Site Supervisor Administrative Assistant
Benton Franklin Head Start
12.2022 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Benton Franklin Head Start
12.2020 - 12.2022
Preschool Support Teacher
Benton Franklin Head Start
09.2018 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Columbia Basin College
High School Diploma -
Rainier Beach High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Columbia Basin College
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