Early Childhood R D

Maha A l a r d a h, E d . D .

H i g h e r E d u c a t i o n S p e c i a l i s t

Tampa, FL 813-***-**** *******@**.**.***

CAREER PROFILE

Dedicated, experienced educational leader with over 24 years implementing innovative practices, developing curriculum and effective instructional programs, leading collaborative team building, educational administration, conducting professional development, and facilitating cultural awareness. Areas of expertise include building partnerships internally and externally, identifying challenges, and developing system-level solutions, federal aid, and employee management. E D U C A T I O N E X PERIENCE

2022, Ed.D.,

Education

Leadership, National-

Louis University,

Tampa, FL

2021, Educational

Specialist Degree,

National Louis-

University,

Tampa, FL

2006, M.Ed.

Interdisciplinary

Studies in Curriculum

and Instruction,

National-Louis

University, Chicago, IL

1988, B.S. Business

Administration,

Marketing, Honors,

Kuwait University,

Kuwait State

2022- Present, Director of American Montessori Counseling Agency Tampa, FL.

Founder and Director, developing and conducting training and development programs for Early Childhood (EC) professionals.

Created comprehensive training programs focusing on: Fine motor skills, emotional and social skills, math, humanities, - and language arts skills for young children

Critical thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning skills for EC - Educators.

Provided expert guidance and support to early childhood educators, enhancing their skills and knowledge in Montessori methodologies. 2022-2024 Early Childhood Education Professor

Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH.

Teach and Mentor Students: Deliver high-quality instruction in Early Childhood Education, guiding students in theoretical and practical applications.

Curriculum Development and Advising: Develop and refine curriculum, advise students, and ensure alignment with ECE standards.

Community Partnerships: Foster partnerships with local early childhood education providers, creating experiential learning opportunities for students.

Accreditation and Assessment: Support AMS and NAEYC accreditation efforts, contributing to ongoing assessment and evaluation initiatives.

Scholarship and Service: Engage in research, scholarship, and service activities, integrating undergraduate students and sharing expertise through committee work and thought leadership.

2018-2020, Elementary Education Assistant Principal & Director of Early Childhood Education,

American Youth Academy, Tampa, FL

Formulated and designed procedures to facilitate institutional implementation fidelity of academic and behavioral program objectives.

Conducted and interpreted MAP assessments measuring curriculum and services effectiveness in terms of pupil intellectual and social development and institutional success for subgroups and school-wide progress.

Observed and assessed teachers’ instructional practices and materials and conducted responsive professional development workshops.

Ensured that all policies complied with Hillsborough County legal regulations.

Developed, monitored, and implemented educational programs for special needs and ESL students.

Serve as a member of the Advanced-Ed Team, charged with ensuring a cohesive and supportive experience for AYA administration. 2017-2018, Adjunct Professor, English as a Second Language Al-Falah University, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Developed academic programs and established performance goals and objectives for the English language department staff.

Proposed comprehensive programs for learning the English language.

Oversight of preparation of accreditation reports and/or in conducting accreditation reviews.

Demonstrated experience in faculty personnel evaluation.

Worked directly with students to provide academic support.

Attended quarterly leadership seminars and workshops for professional development.

2016-2017, Curriculum Director,

Dubai International School, Dubai, UAE

Improved the quality of education delivered in the school by overseeing high standards of curricula and pedagogy.

Coordinated instructional materials, supervised its implementation by teachers, and assessed overall effectiveness of instruction.

Observed and assessed teachers’ instruction and content in terms of Common Core standards, recommended enhanced instructional techniques, and conducted professional development workshops.

Adapted the curriculum for students with special needs and higher-level students in need of more rigorously challenging materials in grades K-12. 2012-2016, Adjunct Professor-General Education,

American University of Madaba, Madaba, Jordan

Utilized variety of technologies and instructional methodologies to keep courses fresh and engaging.

Demonstrated successful administrative, leadership, and budget experience in an institution of higher education.

Developed innovative training tools such as real-world practice exercises that facilitated the learning environment.

Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences.

Created long short and long-term educational goals with each student and charted their educational and professional plans for continence growth. L I C E N S U R E

American Montessori

Teacher Certification

Florida State Teaching

License.

American Montessori

Society Member

Association of Montessori

International-US Member

South Carolina Montessori

Alliance Member

National Association for

Education of Young

Children Member

Director Credential for

Early Childhood

Education in Hillsborough

County

Licensed Community

Emergency Response

Team (CERT) member in

Hillsborough County

Licensed Project WILD

Facilitator- Florida State

State of Florida

New England Association

of Schools & Colleges

Evaluator Member

KEY SKILLS

Transformative

Leadership

Academic

Counseling

Visionary

Entrepreneur

Strategic

Budgeting &

Fundraising

Virtual Teaching &

Learning

Federal Policies &

Procedures

Advocate

Cultural Diversity

Strategic

Curriculum and

Instructions

Development

2009-2012, Director of Early Childhood Education,

American Youth Academy, Tampa, FL

Mentored teachers in the creation and implementation of powerful learning environments, lesson plans, and student assessments.

Developed and implemented a high-quality professional development program that was aligned with district and school goals.

Coordinated the effective alignment of all budgets with curriculum and instruction.

Cultivated an environment that encouraged open communication with colleagues, students, and district leadership.

2006-2009, Resource Teacher

Seminole High School, Orlando, FL

Assessed curriculum by monitoring syllabi, course overviews, and lesson plans.

Maintained internal and external assessment systems and help teachers use assessment data to further improve the quality of instruction.

Managed academic support activities and programs.

Administered the well-being of the kids in your class and ensure they learn appropriate social skills, which includes providing physical activities and monitoring their emotional and behavioral progress. 1993-2001, Private Banking Trust Officer

Bank of America, Tampa, FL

Identified state tax issues and any estimated fiduciary, income tax, and distribution fees.

Determined value of assets upon distribution.

Generated and execute plan distribution.

Assured judicial accounting requirements.

Ensured customer satisfaction as a representing loan officer

Allocated appropriate income and trust termination

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