Multilingual Educator and Paraprofessional Assistant

MAI ISHTIAH

Paterson, New Jersey

Phone: 862-***-****

Email: *************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated, multilingual professional with experience in education, behavioral support, tutoring, medical-office assistance, and child development. Strong academic background in biology, chemistry, anatomy & physiology, and government studies. Skilled in communication, teaching, training, customer service, and supporting diverse student populations. Seeking positions including Paraprofessional, Behavioral Technician, Medical Office Assistant, Lab Assistant, or Tutor. CERTIFICATIONS

• Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment (1755) – Score: 464 — Passed (NJDOE Approved)

• HarvardX Verified Certificate — American Government: Constitutional Foundations (2025)

• Solar Technology Training Certificate — PCCC (2025)

• Multiple academic and professional skill recognitions EDUCATION

Passaic County Community College (PCCC) – Ongoing coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, English, Social Sciences, and Solar Technology. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Substitute Teacher (USA) — 1 year

• Supported classrooms across multiple grade levels.

• Assisted teachers with instruction, supervision, and grading.

• Helped students understand math, science, and English. Freelance Tutor — Math, Science & English (2022–Present)

• Provided private tutoring to K–12 and college students.

• Created personalized lesson plans, simplified complex topics, and improved student grades significantly.

Behavioral Support / Child Assistance (2023–Present)

• Supported children with daily tasks, emotional guidance, and academic focus.

• Worked with families to improve behavioral and educational outcomes. Medical & Office Assistance (General Experience)

• Assisted with basic administrative tasks, communication, and patient support. SKILLS

• Teaching: Math, Science, English

• Communication with children & adults

• Multilingual: Arabic (Native), English (Fluent), Spanish (Basic)

• Technology: Blackboard, Google Classroom, Canva, Microsoft Office

• Behavioral support and child development

• Patience, positivity, reliability

• Educational content creation for YouTube

AWARDS & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

• Award for Best Educational Center – Amman (2017)

• Women's Swimming Medal – UAE (1999)

• Volunteer: Teaching English, Math, and Science; babysitting support

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