Alia Abouzahra
Columbus OH *****
Ph: 937-***-**** Email: *********.*@******.***
OBJECTIVE
A French teaching position in grades 1-12 with a special interest in advising and extra-curricular activities.
PHILOSOPHY
As educators, we are responsible toward creating a positive school climate. A cohesive sense of community with all students, parents, and staff coming from different backgrounds should be built. By working closely with parents, a relationship built on trust, cooperation, and collaboration will be fostered and maintained, which will allow us to guide each child to his or her best intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual potential.
EDUCATION
Master of French Education (MED. Multi-Age Program) July 2016
Wright State University
GPA 4.0/4.0
Bachelor of Arts in French May 2009
Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
LICENSURE
OAE Professional Knowledge: Multi-Age (PK–12) May 2017
Ohio, Resident Educator, World Language: French PK-12 July 2017
Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) (advanced low level) Dec 2014
Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) (advanced low level) Feb 2012
QUALIFICATIONS
• Self-directed, enthusiastic leader and educator
• Ability to establish rapport with multicultural and diverse student population
• Familiar and experienced with computer utilization in an educational setting
• Direct classroom experience with middle, and high school students
• Familiar with MYP and IB framework and implementation
TEACHING/CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Online French Teacher Aug 2021-June2022
Phoenix Community Learning Center
• Teach live classes during school time Monday through Friday
• provide an online environment that fosters the intellectual, emotional, motivational, and psychological aspects of online students
• Ensured effective and positive parent communication
Online French Teacher Sep 2020_June 2021
Proximity Learning ESS
• Teach live classes during school time Monday through Friday
• Create and maintain a positive, engaging virtual learning environment for all students.
• Develop and implement the components of an effective French lesson for instruction.
Online High School French Teacher Aug 2018- July 2020
Classes: French 1, 2, 3 and 4
Phoenix International High School
• provide an online environment that fosters the intellectual, emotional, motivational, and psychological aspects of online students
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans
• Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum.
French Teacher, 9th and 10th grades Aug 2017- July 2018
Classes: French 1, and 2
Phoenix International High School
• Analyzed student learning and plan and administer a variety of appropriate assessments
• Collaborated with colleagues and actively participate grade level and school level teams
• Ensured effective and positive parent communication
• Advisor for French club.
French Teacher, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades Feb 2017-July 2017
Classes: French 1, and 2
Horizon Science Academy (middle school) Columbus, Ohio
• Provide high-quality language lesson development and delivery
• Participate in on-going planning development and evaluation of curriculum
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to provide equity and excellence to students of all ability levels
• Work cooperatively with other teachers in developing and sharing curriculum strategies
• Participate in all staff and department meetings
• Maintain accurate records and grades for students.
Student Teacher, 9th- 12th grades Aug 2015-Apr 2016
Classes: French 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Springfield High School, Springfield, Ohio
• Taught IB (International Baccalaureate) students with an emphasis in oral proficiency, use of multi-media tools, and active student participation in the learning process through practical conversational techniques.
• Administered exams, conducted evaluations, wrote and graded exams, enforced classroom discipline, improved skills, and utilized contemporary subjects and events to increase participation and interest.
• Coordinated with students, parents, volunteers, and educational professionals to ensure consistent quality educational and developmental opportunities.
Student Teacher, 9th - 12th grades Mar 2012- May 2012
Classes: French 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Wayne High School, Huber Heights, Ohio
• Created and facilitated activities and projects for students
• Graded homework and assignments
• Tutored individual students and provided explanation of assignments to enhance understanding and improve grades.
Student Teacher, 9th- 12th grades Dec 2011- Mar 2012
Classes: French 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Stivers School for the Arts High School, Dayton, Ohio
• Observed French class activities
• Lead class activities and took attendance
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Teacher Assistant
Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio Jan 2013-Apr 2013
College of Liberal Arts
• Assisted in Teaching Arabic 101/102 to beginner students
• Graded class assignments and midterms
• Assisted students with their homework and assignments
• Taught two class sessions of beginning Arabic of approximately 23 students each
Tutor
Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio Aug 2012-Apr 2013
Tutoring Services
• Taught beginning students Arabic and French languages
• Assisted students with their class assignments
Study Coach
Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio Jan 2013-Apr 2013
Tutoring Services
• Tutored Students with GPA below 2.0 in all subject areas
• Coached students about organizational skills to improve study habits
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Workshop: University of Cincinnati “Goodbye, Grammar approach: Transitioning performance and Proficiency” and ideas that work in UCBA foreign language classrooms.
September 2015
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Summit Teen Honor Society Mar 2011
Sinclair Community College Department of Sociology
• Professionalism in working with students from different social and psychological backgrounds.
Global Awareness & Action Club Member Oct 2010-May 2011
Sinclair Community College Department of Sociology
Soin Medical Center Gift Shop Volunteer Oct 2012-Jan 2013