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SEKEENA J. Abdur-Rauf Rivers

Springfield,MA

Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with a proven track record and over a decade of experience; successful in both individualized and group instruction to students of all ages. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards, innovative teaching methods and classroom management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Springfield Public School District
09.2023 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.

Educator/Administrator

Islamic Educational Homeschooling Co-op
09.2012 - 01.2023
  • Primary instructor, taught English, Math, History and Science to multiple students in grades K-12
  • Arabic teacher
  • Aqeedah Teacher
  • Evaluated student performance and provided structure and guidance
  • Maintained all student records in compliance with state laws and procedures
  • Administered standardized tests
  • Coordinated and supervised extracurricular activities
  • Created worksheets and supplemental materials to enhance students' learning
  • Corresponded via email and in person with staff at Springfield Public Schools

Islamic Studies Teacher

Masjid Tawheed
01.2008 - 03.2012

Salafi Masjid: Wilkes-Barre, PA


  • Developed and taught a curriculum for adult new shahaadahs
  • Taught elementary aged students the Arabic Alphabet
  • Islamic Studies (Aqeedah Teacher)

(weekend school)

  • Responsibilities included writing lesson plans, teaching students from elementary to high school the foundational principles of Islam, assigning , homework, test as well as holding parent-teacher conferences

Education

10 Month Intensive Arabic Course

Madrasatul Lughatul Arabiyyah Lil Banaat
05-2023

Conditions of Laa Ilaaha Ill Allaah, Advanced Intermediate Arabic Studies, Summer Sarf Course

Markazul ilm 4 Nisaa & Banaat
01.2020

Early Childhood Education

Springfield College
06.1999

Business

New York University
NY, NY
12.1994

Skills

  • Typing Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Slides
  • General Computer Literacy
  • Zoom (As a teaching platform)
  • Student tutoring
  • Classroom
  • Lesson planning
  • Group and individual instruction

Accomplishments

    *Memorized the Arabic text of The Three Fundamental Principles of Islam, by Sheikh Muhammad Ibn Abdul-Wahhaab. Two of my children memorized the text, along with a detailed study of the explanation under my tutelage.

    *Completed the Study of Madinah Book One and Two

    *Hosted free online Zoom meetings teaching the basics of Arabic verb conjugation to women seeking greater understanding of Arabic.

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Springfield Public School District
09.2023 - Current

Educator/Administrator

Islamic Educational Homeschooling Co-op
09.2012 - 01.2023

Islamic Studies Teacher

Masjid Tawheed
01.2008 - 03.2012

Conditions of Laa Ilaaha Ill Allaah, Advanced Intermediate Arabic Studies, Summer Sarf Course

Markazul ilm 4 Nisaa & Banaat

10 Month Intensive Arabic Course

Madrasatul Lughatul Arabiyyah Lil Banaat

Early Childhood Education

Springfield College

Business

New York University
SEKEENA J. Abdur-Rauf Rivers