Shahadah Williams
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Reliable and compassionate employee offering expertise in planning activities, management, and maintaining safety. Well-versed in meeting the needs of children between ages of 0 and 12 years. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Skilled in working under pressure, coordinating events, and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Self Employed
Syracuse, NY
09.2019 - Current
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of pathogenic germs.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities, methods, payments, learning techniques and behaviors of each child on monthly basis.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to run business.
- Added daily log information to permanent records outlining observations, meals and any medications administered for acute or chronic conditions.
After School Teacher
The Red House
Syracuse, NY
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Communicated with parents and staff to discuss educational policies and activities and students' learning and behavioral problems.
- Organized and supervised games and crested recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
Special Education Teacher
Syracuse City School District
Syracuse, NY
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Plan data-driven, standard aligned and differentiated units, lessons and activities
- Deliver clear, accurate and rigorous lessons
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Implement strategies for successful and productive classroom management
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Substitute Teacher
Syracuse City School District
Syracuse, NY
06.2017 - 11.2017
- 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.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Substitute Teaching Assistant
Syracuse City School District
11.2015 - 06.2017
- Reported to the school office at beginning of school day to pick up required materials/schedule of classes and returned all at the end of the school day
- Supported instruction as prescribed in the classroom teacher’s lessons
- Assisted teacher in the development of instructional materials
- Worked with individual students and/or groups of students on instructional projects
- Assisted students in the best use of available resources
- Utilized my unique abilities to assist in languages, arts, crafts, music, and other subjects
New York Public Interest Research Group
Buffalo, NY
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Thoroughly studied assigned public issues
- Participated in the legislative process regarding these public issues
- Organized campaigns/events and promoted them for maximum attendance
- Responsible for public speaking, outreach, and advocacy
- Researched, tracked, and promoted legislation in areas of public policy such as consumer protection, public campaign finance, higher education and others
- Assigned to write press releases and some web content
- Learned strategies for working with media professionals and implemented some strategies
Reservationist/ Customer Service Representative
CPS Recruitment
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Delivered excellent customer service
- Performed data entry, adhered to all company protocol
Youth Enrichment Specialist
Say Yes, Syracuse City School District
Syracuse, NY
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assigned to lead activities to expose students to new enrichment areas to increase their academic performance
- Created learning outcomes, and evaluated the effectiveness of the activities in producing those outcomes
- Collaborated at all times with the teaching faculty team
- CPR and First Aid trained
Cashier/Photo Specialist
Wal-Mart
East Syracuse, NY
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Delivered excellent Customer Service
- Completed all transactions, all payment methods
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Sociology
Buffalo State College
05.2017
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Herkimer College
12.2014
High School Diploma -
Thomas J. Corcoran High School
Syracuse, NY06.2012
Skills
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Able to persuade others effectively
- Strong collaborator
- Effective teaching/tutoring
- Classroom discipline
- Microsoft Access, Word, Power Point, Excel and SPSS
- Research methods
- Positive attitude
- Special Needs Care
- Organization and Attention to Detail
- Progress Reports and Documentation
- Calendaring and Scheduling
Additional Information
- Accomplishments , Player, Collegiate Women’s Basketball, Herkimer College, Athlete of the Month Recipient of the Region 3 (Included Herkimer College)Green and Gold Athletic Award Inducted into Tau Sigma National Honor Society, Buffalo State College Inducted into Alpha Kappa Delta, International Sociology Honor Society, Buffalo State College
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
After School Teacher
The Red House
08.2018 - 08.2019
Special Education Teacher
Syracuse City School District
11.2017 - 06.2018
Substitute Teacher
Syracuse City School District
06.2017 - 11.2017
New York Public Interest Research Group
01.2017 - 05.2017
Substitute Teaching Assistant
Syracuse City School District
11.2015 - 06.2017
Reservationist/ Customer Service Representative
CPS Recruitment
05.2015 - 11.2015
Cashier/Photo Specialist
Wal-Mart
05.2013 - 07.2013
Youth Enrichment Specialist
Say Yes, Syracuse City School District
01.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelors of Arts - Sociology
Buffalo State College
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Herkimer College
High School Diploma -
Thomas J. Corcoran High School
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