Shaima Tarbah
Arlington,VA
Summary
A dedicated and driven psychology graduate with experience in research, mental health, and educational environments. Seeking a challenging position in psychology or research to apply analytical skills, SPSS expertise, and a passion for human behaviour to contribute to meaningful psychological studies and interventions.
Overview
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Work History
Classroom Leader/teacher
Tiny Town Nursery and Daycare
- My role involved working closely with three autistic students along with 9 other kids, utilizing my psychology background to offer tailored support and guidance
- I took pride in creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment that fostered growth and development
- By implementing personalized strategies and tools, I ensured each student received the necessary support to excel academically and personally
- Collaborating with fellow educators, parents, and support staff, I prioritized the students' well-being and progress, conducting ongoing assessments to monitor their development and adapt interventions as needed
- My unwavering commitment to empowering these exceptional learners equipped them with the tools to flourish and thrive in their educational journey..
Private Babysitter
Multiple Families
- My main responsibility was to ensure the safety and well-being of the children under my care
- This always includes supervising them, engaging them in age-appropriate activities, preparing meals and snacks, and maintaining a clean and organized environment
- I also prioritized open communication with parents or guardians to ensure that their expectations are met, and any concerns are addressed promptly
- Above all, I strived to create a positive and nurturing atmosphere that allows children to feel comfortable and happy in my care.
Front Desk Receptionist,
Hope Veterinary Clinic
- Promoted and managed adoptions fully
- Handled paperwork related to surrendering and fostering
- Gave educational talks to visitors when needed
- Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization
- Received packages and mail at front desk and dispersed to correct employees
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals
- Restocked, arranged, and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales
- Helped client's complete purchases
- Arranged paper and electronic payment records to maintain well organized fill systems and recordkeeping compliance.
Cattery Assistant
SPCA Selangor
- My responsibilities were, to take care of the cats, give them food, water and medication if provided
- And teach the children how to play with the animals
- I prepared and supervised fun activities for the children visiting the shelter
- Furthermore, I handled school trips, where I educated children about animal welfare and safety, and supervised them as they interacted with the animals
- Overall, my role as a Cattery Officer allowed me to combine my passion for animals and love for education and children to create a positive experience for both the animals and the children.
Front Desk Receptionist
SPCA Selangor
- I had to answer phone calls, book appointments, and manage inquiries and assist people and give them the right forms to fill up when they adopt a cat or a dog
Rescue Officer
SPCA Selangor
- I was assigned to go out on rescue missions once or twice a week; In which I learned so much of, how to approach aggressive animals and how to set up traps.
Front Desk Receptionist, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
- I had to answer phone calls, book appointments, and manage inquiries and assist people and give them the right forms to fill up when they adopt a cat or a dog
Rescue Officer, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
- I was assigned to go out on rescue missions once or twice a week; In which I learned so much of, how to approach aggressive animals and how to set up traps.
Office Assistant, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
- Printing, designing, organizing files and post on the SPCS's Instagram account.
Cattery Officer, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
- My responsibilities were, promote and manage adoptions fully, also handling paperwork related to surrendering and fostering along with taking care of the cats, give them food, water and medication if provided, as well as give educational talks if needed.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
Freelancer
SPCA Selangor
- As a freelancer, I have had the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in different areas, including translation and subtitling, content creation, and social media management
- I have also been able to leverage my knowledge and expertise in education and mental health by hosting radio shows as a guest speaker and running my own educational Instagram account
- Through these experiences, I have honed my skills in communication, organization, and time management, while also gaining valuable insights into different industries and audiences
- I take pride in delivering high-quality work that meets the needs of my clients and engages my followers, and I am always seeking new opportunities to expand my skills and knowledge base.
Vet Assistant
Star Pet Clinic
- My responsibilities were, to talk to clients and manage appointments, as well as prepare the animals for surgery.
Marketing Executive
EMS Language Center
- Communicate with target audiences and build and develop customer relationships
- Create and design video online advertisements
- Manage social media accounts.
Education
Bachelor of Psychology (HONS) -
HELP University
Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaBachelor of English Language and Linguistics -
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Data Science Certification – Level 1 -
HELP University
Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaSkills
- Data analysis using SPSS
- Research design and data collection
- Psychological assessment and observational techniques
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Teamwork and leadership
- Fluent in English and Arabic
- Bilingual communication skills for diverse environments
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Active Listening
- Calm Under Pressure
Volunteer Experience
- Nursing Home Volunteer, Tripoli, Libya, 2017 – 2018, Supported elderly residents, learning about the psychological aspects of aging.
- Event Organizer for Charity Work, Tripoli, Libya, 2016, Coordinated events to raise funds and awareness for local charities.
- SPCA Volunteer, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2019 – 2020, Assisted with animal care and conducted educational talks on animal welfare to school children. Organized school trips and supervised interactions between children and animals.
Certification
- Resilient Caregivers: 'bouncing back' from stress [Penn State Better Kid Care Program] March,2024
- Virginia Preservice Training For Child Care Staff [Penn State Better Kid Care Program] March,2024
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Classroom Leader/teacher
Tiny Town Nursery and Daycare
Private Babysitter
Multiple Families
Front Desk Receptionist,
Hope Veterinary Clinic
Cattery Assistant
SPCA Selangor
Front Desk Receptionist
SPCA Selangor
Rescue Officer
SPCA Selangor
Front Desk Receptionist, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
Rescue Officer, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
Office Assistant, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
Cattery Officer, SPCA
SPCA Selangor
Freelancer
SPCA Selangor
Vet Assistant
Star Pet Clinic
Marketing Executive
EMS Language Center
Bachelor of Psychology (HONS) -
HELP University
Bachelor of English Language and Linguistics -
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Data Science Certification – Level 1 -
HELP University
- Resilient Caregivers: 'bouncing back' from stress [Penn State Better Kid Care Program] March,2024
- Virginia Preservice Training For Child Care Staff [Penn State Better Kid Care Program] March,2024
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