Shehmah Nasim
Sugar Land
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at FBISD, specializing in differentiated instruction and behavior management. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement through innovative lesson planning and technology integration. Committed to fostering social skills and critical thinking, while advocating for special education needs and collaborating effectively with parents and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
FBISD
Sugar Land
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted students in developing social skills through cooperative learning activities.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay up-to-date on current trends in education.
- Assessed student performance using formative and summative assessments.
- Provided feedback on student work in order to promote growth in knowledge acquisition skills.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during recess periods.
- Administered standardized tests according to district guidelines.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing proactive strategies such as positive reinforcement and redirection techniques.
- Facilitated parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Encouraged critical thinking through questioning techniques, discussions, and problem solving tasks.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan, discuss, and assess learning outcomes.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding of concepts.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance including grades, attendance, homework completion.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fosters respect for diversity, encourages collaboration among peers, and promotes self-regulation skills.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
- Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
Special Education Teacher
FBISD
Sugar Land
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Used PLAAFP to create ARD documents and write IEPs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
Special Education Paraprofessional
FBISD
Sugar Land
10.2018 - 06.2022
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Education
Diploma - Montessori Teachers Training
Pakistan01.2009
Master of Arts - English
University of the Punjab
Pakistan07.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of the Punjab
Pakistan05.1998
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior management
- Collaboration skills
- Parent communication
- Technology integration
- Data analysis
- Social skills development
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Professional development
- Positive reinforcement
- Phonics instruction
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Multisensory teaching
- Art integration
- Growth mindset
- Parent-teacher communication
- Special education support
- Individualized learning
- Anti-bullying strategies
- Writing instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Interactive learning
- Play-based learning
- Project-based learning
- Critical thinking
- Literacy instruction
- Problem-solving skills
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/30/79
Evaluation Summary
156979, 120
Certification
- EC-6 Core Subjects
- EC-12 Special Education
- ESL
- STR
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
FBISD
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
FBISD
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
FBISD
10.2018 - 06.2022
Diploma - Montessori Teachers Training
Master of Arts - English
University of the Punjab
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of the Punjab
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