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Zainah Kanso

Oakley,CA

Summary

Passionate educator, with 20 years experience, that strives to insure the hard of hearing are included in all aspects of education and the social experience of school. Team player that is constantly collaborating with other educators to make sure the students needs are met and their education is successful.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant to the Hearing Impaired

MDUSD
Concord, CA
09.2002 - Current
  • Assist in a classroom of third to fifth graders with 6-10 students assigned to me.
  • Help implement grade appropriate academics and curriculum.
  • Total communication program which includes Signing and verbal communication at all times.
  • Responsible for making sure my DHH students are included in all aspects of the classroom and campus activities.
  • Responsible for recess and lunch duties ensuring the safety of all students on campus.
  • Point of contact for other teachers and staff members in regards to issues with DHH students.

Gymnastics Coach

Encore
Walnut Creek, CA
03.1999 - 03.2020
  • Modified instruction depending upon age group and skill level of participants.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress.
  • Educated students on sportsmanship principles such as respect and fair play.
  • Enforced rules of conduct among athletes both on the field and off the field.

Education

Certification - Sign Language Interpretation

The SEE Center/ESC Region 13
Texas
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Loma Vista Adult Education/Concord High
Concord
12-2001

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Fast Learner
  • Relationship Building
  • Interpreting
  • Classroom Inclusion
  • Positive and Professional

Timeline

Assistant to the Hearing Impaired

MDUSD
09.2002 - Current

Gymnastics Coach

Encore
03.1999 - 03.2020

Certification - Sign Language Interpretation

The SEE Center/ESC Region 13

High School Diploma -

Loma Vista Adult Education/Concord High
Zainah Kanso