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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Citizenship
Languages
Certification
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AFNAN HEZAM

AFNAN HEZAM

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Summary

Studious and passionate professional with extensive knowledge of teaching English with years of training, volunteering, and experience using modern methodologies. Successful at maintaining positive relationships with students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Homeroom Teacher

Modern American Bilingual School
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced critical thinking skills by challenging students with thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students could succeed academically.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching methods.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management strategies.

Homeroom Teacher

Northwest Bilingual School
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet American curriculum.

ESL Teacher University Level

ABCE Language School
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Creating lesson plans for students of all levels and backgrounds.
  • Teaching groups and 1-on-1.
  • Helping government workers attain levels A/B/C/E
  • Maintaining government needed levels.
  • Preparation for IELTS examinations.
  • Increased learners confidence in their second language
  • Weekly progress reports for multiple students.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
  • Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.

Intensive English Assistant

Languages And Bilingualism Institute
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Collaborated with teachers to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission.
  • Assisted teachers in monitoring students' progress using Excel Sheet method and by reviewing test scores and classwork.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
  • Managed 20 students at University level.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.

Teacher's Assistant

University of Ottawa
09.2016 - 05.2020
  • This program is specifically designed to train second language educators who plan to work in public or private school settings, both in Canada and overseas.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.

Teacher Assistant

Ottawa Islamic School
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Used audio exercises and repetition to assist students in learning foundational educational concepts.
  • Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
  • Took attendance, graded assignments, and maintained routine student records.
  • Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.

Autistic Support Teacher

ODSB
04.2019 - 06.2022
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.

Teaching Assistant

Charles H. Hules Public School
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Assisted two homeroom teachers in their organization
  • Helped linguistically challenged students with their words and pronunciation
  • Conducted lessons for behaviorally challenged students apart from peers
  • Maintained students and assisted in their work.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials
  • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading

Education

Masters of Education - Teaching And Learning

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language, TESL

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
04.2020

Skills

  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Classroom Management
  • MS teams and Zoom proficient
  • Time Management
  • Academic Assessment Methods
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Classroom Integration
  • District Standards
  • Test Methods Knowledge
  • Curriculum Development
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Business English
  • Educational Software
  • Behavior Modeling

Citizenship

Canadian Citizen

Languages

English
Native language

Certification

IELTS certified

TESOL (1560 hours)

CPR/First-Aid certification

Leadership Award

Timeline

Homeroom Teacher

Modern American Bilingual School
08.2023 - Current

Homeroom Teacher

Northwest Bilingual School
08.2022 - 06.2023

ESL Teacher University Level

ABCE Language School
09.2021 - 08.2022

Teacher Assistant

Ottawa Islamic School
01.2020 - 04.2020

Autistic Support Teacher

ODSB
04.2019 - 06.2022

Intensive English Assistant

Languages And Bilingualism Institute
01.2019 - 04.2019

Teacher's Assistant

University of Ottawa
09.2016 - 05.2020

Teaching Assistant

Charles H. Hules Public School
01.2014 - 06.2014

Masters of Education - Teaching And Learning

University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language, TESL

University of Ottawa

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