Soheir Karkour
Arabic Teacher
Lydhurst,NJ
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. Scholarly English Teacher with talent for developing and implementing coursework focused on reading comprehension and personal composition. Committed to driving student engagement and understanding using thought-provoking discussions and literature analysis. Excels at tapping into passion for literature to excite students. Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
English Teacher
A-jyaluna
Latakia, Syria
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Adapted lesson plans and curricula to student interests, increasing GPAs and student engagement.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Substitute Teacher
Elizabeth Public School
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2013 - 09.2017
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Studied changing regional curriculums to maintain knowledge of lesson plans for short- and long-term substitute positions.
Arabic Teacher
Mosque 47th St
North Bergen, NJ
09.2001 - 01.2006
- Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning for [Type]-language students.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Facilitated positive learning environment by using enthusiastic and energetic instructional strategies and consistent classroom management.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School
Phoenix, AZ 09.2005 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Arabic
Syria
Syria 09.1997 - 06.1999
Skills
Student records management
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Timeline
English Teacher
A-jyaluna
09.2018 - 09.2020
Substitute Teacher
Elizabeth Public School
09.2013 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School
09.2005 - 06.2008
Arabic Teacher
Mosque 47th St
09.2001 - 01.2006
Associate of Science - Arabic
Syria
09.1997 - 06.1999