Instructional Technologist and Development Specialist

• Sep 2022 - Present

▪ Manage and optimize all educational technology resources to enhance overall college operations, supporting faculty, staff, and administrative teams. ▪ Carry out regular needs assessments to identify gaps in the existing technology infrastructure and instructional tools. Gather feedback from faculty, students, and other stakeholders to inform decision-making. ▪ Conduct thorough testing of software and applications to ensure their compatibility and functionality within the education environment ▪ Ensure that educational technology tools and resources meet accessibility standards and promote inclusivity. Provide guidance on creating accessible digital content and assistive technology integration. ▪ Coordinate and lead demonstrations and training sessions with external organizations, facilitating faculty adoption of innovative technologies. ▪ Streamline administrative processes and workflows to optimize time and resource utilization ▪ Communicate with cross-functional teams to integrate instructional technology solutions into administrative workflows ▪ Serve as a point of contact for troubleshooting technical issues related to educational technology. Collaborate with IT staff to resolve problems and ensure smooth operation of systems and tools. ▪ Develop job aids and instructional materials to guide faculty and staff in using various educational technologies effectively. ▪ Collaborate with faculty to design and implement technology-enhanced learning activities. ▪ Liaise with software developers and vendors to communicate faculty requirements and provide feedback for improvements ▪ Act as a liaison between faculty, staff and administrative teams to ensure smooth implementation of technology solutions ▪ Stay updated with emerging instructional technologies and provide recommendations for their integration. Show less

Social Studies Teacher

• Aug 2020 - Jun 2023

Summer School World History Teacher

• Jun 2019 - Jul 2021

- Presented educational material with diverse teaching strategies designed to effectively address each student’s learning style and ability, including lecture, discussion, demonstration and cooperative learning for 9th and 10th grade students - Worked collaboratively with the World History Team to accomplish goals with a common purpose focused on student learning, achievement and growth - Maintained a positive learning environment by holding high academic expectations for all students and creating a student-centered classroom while building rapport with students and staff - Utilized a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the need and capabilities of all students, including students with IEPs Show less

Long Term Substitute Teacher

• Jan 2020 - May 2020

- Assuming all responsibilities of Pre-AP Biology teacher for one semester - Working cooperatively with other teachers in developing and sharing curriculum strategies and lessons - Maintaining effective classroom management strategies and applying advanced teaching capabilities - Ensuring that classroom instruction is handled according to the school’s policies, goals and objectives - Developing and maintaining positive interactions with students, faculty and administrators - Assuming all responsibilities of Pre-AP Biology teacher for one semester - Working cooperatively with other teachers in developing and sharing curriculum strategies and lessons - Maintaining effective classroom management strategies and applying advanced teaching capabilities - Ensuring that classroom instruction is handled according to the school’s policies, goals and objectives - Developing and maintaining positive interactions with students, faculty and administrators

Social Studies Teacher

• Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

- Developed curricular materials that engage students in both content and skills-based learning for 6th, 8th, 9th and 10th grade students - Designed engaging and creative lessons incorporating a variety of resources to encourage student cultural awareness - Used a variety of instructional strategies to provide equity and excellence to students of all abilities - Advised Model United Nations of the University of Chicago and Model Arab League clubs - Participated in on-going planning development and evaluation of curriculum - Differentiated instruction in order to meet the needs of all learners, including students with IEPs - Integrated use of technology through various resources - Utilized performance and skills-based assessments to measure student learning - Actively promoted partnerships with parents and guardians through contact by phone and email Show less

Student Teacher

• Jan 2018 - May 2018

- Developed curricular materials that engaged students in both content and skills-based learning for Human Geography and American Studies - Participated in Professional Learning Communities and contributing to curriculum ideas and lessons - Differentiated instruction in order to meet the needs of all learners, including students with IEPs - Integrated use of technology through various resources - Collaborated with English and Special Education teachers to deliver curriculum instruction and assessments to 11th graders - Practiced behavioral and classroom management strategies - Utilized performance and skills-based assessments to measure student learning - Instructed a diverse student population and promoted a sense of inclusion among all students - Actively promoted partnerships with parents and guardians through contact by phone and email Show less

After School Teacher

• Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

- Taught after school engineering and computer coding classes to Elementary students in various schools - Implemented lessons and activities - Maintained attendance logs and managed the classroom - Taught after school engineering and computer coding classes to Elementary students in various schools - Implemented lessons and activities - Maintained attendance logs and managed the classroom

Teacher Candidate (BenU Preclinical Level 3)

• Sep 2017 - Nov 2017

- Assisted in the instruction of Social Studies classes for eighth grade students through independent and co-taught lessons - Collaborated with the Social Studies Department to create various summative assessments - Differentiated instruction and adjusted assessments for individual students - Assisted in the instruction of Social Studies classes for eighth grade students through independent and co-taught lessons - Collaborated with the Social Studies Department to create various summative assessments - Differentiated instruction and adjusted assessments for individual students

Camp Counselor

• May 2017 - Aug 2017

- Directed daily functions for summer camp dedicated to creating engaging recreational opportunities for children - Designed and implemented weekly schedule, activities, and programming for several camp groups - Identified and responded to camper behavioral issues and reported concerns to camp leadership - Maintained accurate program records, including incident reports, logs, and daily attendance reports - Directed daily functions for summer camp dedicated to creating engaging recreational opportunities for children - Designed and implemented weekly schedule, activities, and programming for several camp groups - Identified and responded to camper behavioral issues and reported concerns to camp leadership - Maintained accurate program records, including incident reports, logs, and daily attendance reports

Teacher Candidate (BenU Preclinical Level 2)

• Feb 2017 - Apr 2017

- Assisted in the instruction of World Geography and AP Human Geography to ninth grade students - Facilitated and taught lessons - Created and administered assessments - Assisted in the adaption of curricular materials for individual students - Assisted in the instruction of World Geography and AP Human Geography to ninth grade students - Facilitated and taught lessons - Created and administered assessments - Assisted in the adaption of curricular materials for individual students

Teacher Candidate (BenU Preclinical Level 1)

• Sep 2016 - Nov 2016

- Assisted in the instruction of AP U.S History to eleventh grade students - Emphasis was placed on whole class and small group instruction - Created and administered assessments - Evaluated student progress and conducted after-school review sessions - Assisted in the instruction of AP U.S History to eleventh grade students - Emphasis was placed on whole class and small group instruction - Created and administered assessments - Evaluated student progress and conducted after-school review sessions

Child Care Provider

• Jun 2010 - Jul 2014

- Assisted children in completing homework assignments - Supervised activities and provided children with positive reinforcement - Followed policies and procedures set by parents - Assisted children in completing homework assignments - Supervised activities and provided children with positive reinforcement - Followed policies and procedures set by parents