LEILA TAHMASEBI
**** * **** ****** • Los Angeles, CA 90037
n *****.***********@*****.*** • n 562-***-****
Objective
Dedicated and multilingual educator with 15+ years of teaching experience and recent hands-on roles in food service and customer support. Seeking a position as a Paraprofessional or Instructional Aide for the 2025–2026 school year. Brings a strong background in English instruction, classroom support, and student engagement. Available full-time or part-time, any day of the week. Professional Experience
Prep Cook (Salad Maker & Cashier)
Topanga Social – Canoga Park, Los Angeles, CA May 2023 – October 2023
• Prepared salads according to standardized recipes and menus
• Cleaned and sanitized work areas regularly
• Opened and closed the store independently
• Operated the cash register and managed store operations on weekend mornings Baker & Food Packaging
Ralphs – Canoga Park, Los Angeles, CA January 2023 – May 2023
• Baked bread, cookies, rolls, and pastries
• Maintained proper food rotation and reduced spoilage
• Packaged, labeled, and priced bakery items
• Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations English Teacher
Lebanese French University – Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq 2009 – 2022
• Taught English grammar, reading, writing, and conversation
• Designed lesson plans and prepared instructional materials
• Delivered engaging lectures and activities to university students
• Provided one-on-one academic tutoring and support English Teacher
Kurdistan University – Sanandaj, Kurdistan, Iran 2006 – 2009
• Delivered English instruction to undergraduate students
• Participated in curriculum development and faculty collaboration Education
Master of Arts in English Literature
Shiraz University – Shiraz, Iran Graduated: 2006 Bachelor of Arts in English Literature & English Teaching Kurdistan University – Sanandaj, Iran Graduated: 2003 Skills
• Classroom support and student supervision
• Lesson planning and curriculum development
• English language instruction (ESL/EFL)
• Multilingual: English, Persian, Kurdish
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Cash handling and POS system operation
• Food preparation and safety standards
• Time management and organization