Use/understanding of Adult
Learning Principles.
Virtual and on-site Instruction
PowerPoint conversion to
video using Camtasia.
Design of Module courses
using a cloud based LMS.
Design and publication of
workbooks/ training materials
Excellent design of Evaluation
Instruments; questionnaires,
observation, checklists, etc.
Excellent communication
skills both written and oral
Excellent public speaking and
presentation skills
MS Word Applications
VERNELL 'NADIYA' JOHNSON
I am a dedicated course designer and
teacher with a proven track record of
delivering adult instruction through
innovative design of learning materials and
knowledge of effective teaching methods.
I am seeking a position as a Corporate
Trainer in which I can motivate staff to new
learning, positively effecting long term
CONTACT results.
WORK EXPERIENCE
EXPERTISE
I design Arabic curriculum materials for
small private schools and centers.
I conduct workshops and produce
training videos for teachers.
I write lesson plans for teachers, setting
learning objectives according to World
Language standards.
I collaborate with school administrators
in designing materials according to
students' learning needs.
Date Palm Publishing
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING Oct 2022 - current
adyd8n@r.postjobfree.com
5012 Rockwood Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28216
I designed digital module courses for
adult learners using a cloud-based LMS.
I organized learning groups, managed
an online learning community through
social media groups; Facebook and
I collaborated with teachers from other
countries (Egypt and Morocco) to
provide service to online students
during the Covid pandemic.
VIRTUAL SCHOOL LEADER
Date Palm Center 2019 - 2021
PROFESSIONAL
REFERENCES
Kendrick Shackleford
Ivory Ross
CFO al-Ibanah Institute
Project Mgr: Phila. Masjid
adyd8n@r.postjobfree.com
Dr. Jamiylah Jones
Principal, The Wellspring School
adyd8n@r.postjobfree.com
Kendrick.T.Shackleford@
gmail.com
Asmaa Ramadan
Virtual Teacher, Cairo, Egypt
adyd8n@r.postjobfree.com
HIGH SCHOOL ARABIC TEACHER
al-Maha Academy; Doha, Qatar 2011 - 2014
I collaborated with teachers, coordinators
and department head to develop an
Arabic language and culture curriculum
for 'non-Arab' students aged 15-18
I administered the Cambridge IGCSE for
graduating students.
I wrote assessments for entering
students and final exams according to
the National Standards.
ONLINE COURSE CREATOR
Qatar - Flint, Michigan 2015 - 2019
I designed digital courses including
videos, audios, worksheets, and tests for
adult learners using adult learning
theory.
I conducted weekly Zoom classes for
groups of 4-7 students.
I prompted independent learning using
WhatsApp audios for individual students..
I collaborated with teachers, coordinators
and department head to develop an
Arabic language and culture curriculum
for 'non-Arab' students aged 15-18
I administered the Cambridge IGCSE for
graduating students.
I wrote assessments for entering
students and final exams according to
the National Standards.
Maram Center; Philadelphia, Pa 2005 - 2009
HOME LANGUAGE CENTER MANAGER
SOFT SKILLS
Communication
High level Creativity
Multi-cultural competence
Strong Interpersonal skills
Problem-solving
Stress management
Adaptability
Equity & Inclusion
LANGUAGES
Arabic full fluency
Spanish, intermediate -
level fluency
EDUCATION
MY SELF-PUBLISHED WORKS
Journey into the Quran: A Quranic
vocabulary book and coloring book.
i formally studied 2 years in an immersion program while living in Cairo. We learned speaking listening grammar and writing and Middle East history. Cultural exploration and personal study of the 'bawab' people. FAGR CENTRE FOR ARABIC Cairo, Egypt 1997-1999
VERNELL 'NADIYA' JOHNSON Language Teacher,
Course Designer, Author
This is My Language; A traditional
Arabic conversation course
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND- EUROPE
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee, WI 1993-1995 Munich, Germany 1990-1992
i completed my B.A. in International Relations, German and French, World history, Anthropology & Politics. Community outreach for the Black Student Union While living on a US Army installation, i completed my A A in General Studies with a concentration in European languages,; Spanish, German CAMBRIDGE CELTA New York, NY Oct- Nov 2010
i completed the TESL program for teaching adults with 120 hours of learning and student teaching. I was awarded for the 'best board work' and best in developing rapport with students.
supported the upliftment of Arab women learning professional English taught English language skills; to groups of 10-15 college-aged women conducted entrance exams for new students to assess their levels created cultural learning activities to highlight British and US cultures helped advanced students to prepare for the TOEFL. worked with groups of 10-15 college-aged students in the classroom Horizons Center; Madinah, Saudi Arabia
ESL TEACHER TO ADULTS 2002 - 2004