Energetic passionate and dedicated educator enthusiastically with Cum Laude 3.54, TESL Graduate Certificate and Cum Laude 3.54, Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction

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LUMA AZIZ

OBJECTIVE Energetic passionate and dedicated educator enthusiastically seeking long- term faculty positions in Curriculum and Instruction, coordinators of curriculum development, administrative positions, Corporate Education and Training, supervision positions to work with district school teachers, ELL teaching positions, interpretation and translation positions/bilingual in both English and Arabic in Public Schools, Universities, Profit and Nonprofit Organization.
EDUCATION Cum Laude 3.54, TESL Graduate Certificate
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Moorhead, MN 2015
Cum Laude 3.54, Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Moorhead, MN 2014
Cum Laude 3.24, Bachelor of Science in Physical Education K-12
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Moorhead, MN 2012
Interpreting and Translation Certificate for Community, Health, Education, and Human Services
ARCH Language Network - Ellicott, MD 2009
SKILLS & ABILITIES Managing classroom for diverse populations
Strong collaborator, Diverse classroom settings, Experience with instructional design, Experience with special needs students,
Teaching/tutoring, Group learning mechanics, Interpersonal skills,
Outstanding social skills, Creative learning strategies, Effective time, management Classroom discipline, Age-appropriate lesson planning,
Student motivation
EXPERIENCE EL TEACHER
CHENEY MIDDLE SCHOOL / WEST FARGO, ND
2016 – present
Teaching Transmath 1 & 2, Grade 6th, 7th, & 8th
Instruct students, create lesson plans, assign and correct homework, manage students in the classroom, communicate with parents, and help students prepare for standardized testing, evaluating student progress and the ability to meet courses standards in mathematical knowledge and skills.
ELL PARAPROFESSIONAL
CHENEY MIDDLE SCHOOL / WEST FARGO, ND
2009 - 2015
Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Support the learning of ELL students.
Create lessons that meet the individual needs of the students.
Express and model the expectations for students that can be confused with the expectation of their own cultures.
Assist with bridging the language barrier and connecting the families to the needs of the school district.
Developed effective lessons that kept students engaged and learning.
Implemented a number of innovative curriculum concepts unique to the ELL students' needs.
Modified math activities, adapted homework assignments, created assessments, and implemented an effective reward system that motivated students to succeed.
Alerts the staff to any problem or special information about students in school environment and community.
Provide feedback to parents when required.
ARABIC INTERPRETER AND TRANSLATOR
WEST FARGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS / WEST FARGO, ND
2009 - present
Convert information from one spoken language into another.
Work at conferences that have non English - speaking attendees.
Describe speech sound and language development in order to allow teachers and pathologists to interpret and write the best evaluation reports.
Translate a wide variety of documents verbatim and idiomatic materials and conversations from the source language to the target language (e.g., special education IEP meetings and resulting correspondence and reports, forms, handbooks, curriculum and testing materials, legal and medical documents, department forms, e-mail, literary books, state reports) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of information.
ESL Teacher
Sana’a International school / Sana’a, Yemen
1999 - 2008
Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach under privileged students.
Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field trip retreats and team-work community service projects.
Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest.
Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Provide ELL push in and/or pull out instruction to students.
Acts as a liaison between the student and other teachers, staff members and family.

COMMUNICATION Ability to listen, write, and speak effectively.
Strong presentation and demonstrating skills; Confident, articulate and professional speaking abilities.
Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, by showing interest and carefully listening to their needs.
LEADERSHIP Building trust and developing rapport.
Building support with parents and community.
Uses knowledge and understanding of different backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and languages to promote effective interactions among students.
AFFILIATIONS West Fargo Public Schools Diversity Council, current member
West Fargo Public Schools ELL Parent Advisory Council, current member
Cheney Middle School Counseling Department Advisory Committee, current member
West Fargo Public School Safety Committee, current member
A board Director of Irish School Dance, Fargo, ND