Aminata Gumanneh
Medina
Summary
I am writing to apply for the position of a Kindergarten Teacher at your school. With 17 years of professional experience, I bring excellent qualifications to this role that make me the ideal candidate.
I am currently the Kindergarten Academic Supervisor at an International School, which provides me with the experience in curriculum planning, differentiated instruction, and team collaboration that will be highly advantageous for me as a kindergarten teacher. As a Kindergarten Academic Supervisor, I monitor and present lesson materials that are both informative and engaging, I use various resources to create curriculum maps, unpack standards, that will work with both students and fellow teachers to coordinate successful learning experiences.
In addition to my experience in my current school and my supervision capabilities, I have several other strengths that make me a great candidate for the kindergarten teacher position. I have excellent communication skills, which I have used to foster a warm learning environment. I also have strong leadership abilities and team-building aptitude that I have utilized to promote positive relationships and ensure successful learning objectives.
I am confident that my various skills and strengths will make me a successful kindergarten teacher at your international school. I welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications and bring my expertise to your school.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Supervisor (Pre K- Grade3)
Manarat Almadinah International School
08.2015 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between faculty members or between faculty and students.
- Assessed student performance data and developed individualized plans for academic improvement.
- Monitored faculty performance and provided feedback on teaching techniques and strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional methods to support student learning.
- Reviewed applications from prospective students for admission into the program.
- Maintained records of students' academic progress, attendance, disciplinary action.
- Evaluated instructor's effectiveness through classroom observation, course evaluations.
- Implemented interventions to assist struggling students in meeting established academic goals.
- Provided guidance and assistance to faculty in developing effective curricula for their courses.
- Conducted regular meetings with faculty members to discuss academic progress of students.
- Organized professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences.
- Created schedules, assigned classes, hired instructors, and monitored instructors' workloads.
- Advised administrators on policy changes regarding curriculum development and assessment processes.
- Assessed student performance data and developed individualized plans for academic improvement.
- Monitored faculty performance and provided feedback on teaching techniques and strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional methods to support student learning.
- Conducted regular meetings with faculty members to discuss academic progress of students.
- Organized professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences.
- Created schedules, assigned classes, hired instructors, and monitored instructors' workloads.
- Advised administrators on policy changes regarding curriculum development and assessment processes.
- Evaluated teachers through ELEOT.
- Revised quizzes and final exams for grades 1-3.
Academic Supervisor (Pre-K - Kindergarten)
Manarat Almadinah International School
08.2015 - Current
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Plan special events related to academics such as open houses or graduation ceremonies.
- Analyze data related to student achievement outcomes.
- Create surveys to gain insight into how well programs are meeting the needs of participants.
- Observe teaching methods and examine learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques, and to determine areas where improvement is needed
- Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies, and student behavioral or learning problems
- Counsel and provide guidance to students regarding personal, academic, vocational, or behavioral issues
- Establish, coordinate, and oversee particular programs across the Kindergarten department such as programs to evaluate student academic achievement
- Prepare, maintain, or oversee the preparation and maintenance of attendance, activity, planning, or personnel reports and records
- Observe and evaluate (20+) teachers by using MCOT
- Monitor Teachers on Schoology platform for lesson planning
- Revise Weekly plans per section
- Plan, develop, and provide training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops
- Organize and arrange activities for students and parents.
- Maintained records of students' academic progress, attendance, disciplinary action.
- Evaluated instructor's effectiveness through classroom observation, course evaluations.
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional methods to support student learning.
- Assessed student performance data and developed individualized plans for academic improvement.
- Conducted regular meetings with faculty members to discuss academic progress of students.
- Collaborated with various departments to ensure that all necessary resources are available for successful completion of academic programs.
- Facilitated the resolution of conflicts between faculty members or between faculty and students.
- Provided guidance and assistance to faculty in developing effective curricula for their courses.
- Organized professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences.
- Created schedules, assigned classes, hired instructors, and monitored instructors' workloads.
- Monitored faculty performance and provided feedback on teaching techniques and strategies.
- Advised administrators on policy changes regarding curriculum development and assessment processes.
Tutorial Teacher
Ready Set Learn
09.2014 - 11.2014
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- And assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods
- Assist in bus loading and unloading
- Take class attendance and maintain attendance records
- Lesson Planning
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
- Planned extracurricular activities such as after school clubs or special projects that provided enrichment opportunities for students.
- Engaged students in critical thinking skills through inquiry based activities that encouraged creative problem solving.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions tailored towards specific learner needs while maintaining focus on overall class objectives.
- Coached students in areas such as study habits, test taking strategies and organizational skills.
- Promoted critical thinking to help students develop problem-solving skills.
- Built a positive rapport with students to encourage them to take risks in their learning.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Manarat Almadinah International School
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Tutor
Self Employed
11.2007 - 09.2012
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Teach students study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking strategies.
- Provided subject-specific tutorial support to students both one-on-one and in group sessions.
- Assisted students with developing positive academic strategies to improve learning and boost self-confidence.
- Coached students on academic concepts and explained terminology in easy-to-understand language.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing thought-provoking questions.
- Adapted lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Demonstrated patience while teaching difficult concepts.
- Encouraged students to ask questions and participate in discussions.
- Personalized lessons to meet individual needs of each student.
Teacher
AlKanadeyah
09.2008 - 03.2009
- Taught English to a variety of adult students with a focus on the four key skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking
- Following the curriculum set out by the institution using specific course books.
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
- Assessed student learning styles in order to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Adapted course materials according to individual student's language proficiency levels in order facilitate understanding of subject matter content.
- Presented lesson content with varied strategies to keep students interested and drive home key points.
- Engaged students in critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities that encouraged creative problem solving.
Education
Diploma - Montessori Teacher Education
Institute of International Teachers Training
India03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
International Open University
Banjul08.2020
Diploma - Arabic Language
Dar Al-Hafizat
Madinah06.2011
Skills
- Academic Monitoring
- Student Discipline
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Differentiated Instruction
- Instructional Strategies
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Resource Utilization
- Team Communication
- Constructive Feedback
- Good Computer Skills
Languages
English
Native language
Arabic
Intermediate
B1
Urdu
Intermediate
B1
Certification
- Mastering Supervision: Student-Centered Effective Learning
- Leading Learning through Backward Design
- Pedagogical Strategies and Practices that Promote Active Learning, Cooperative Learning and Differentiated Instruction
- Supervision, Evaluation, and Professional Learning for Continuous Improvement’ (Queen Rania Teachers Academy)
- Using Students’ Achievement Data to Improve Instruction’ (Queen Rania Teachers Academy)
- Tellal Training (TELLAL Professional Learning and Development)
- Tellal Training (Middle Leader)
- Curriculum Mapping (for kindergarten)
- Professional Development: Need of the Hour
Trainings conducted
- Classroom Management
- Learning Through Play
- Open and Closed Mindset
- Whole Child Learning
Timeline
Academic Supervisor (Pre K- Grade3)
Manarat Almadinah International School
08.2015 - 11.2023
Academic Supervisor (Pre-K - Kindergarten)
Manarat Almadinah International School
08.2015 - Current
Tutorial Teacher
Ready Set Learn
09.2014 - 11.2014
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Manarat Almadinah International School
09.2011 - 06.2014
Teacher
AlKanadeyah
09.2008 - 03.2009
Tutor
Self Employed
11.2007 - 09.2012
Diploma - Montessori Teacher Education
Institute of International Teachers Training
Bachelor of Arts - Education
International Open University
Diploma - Arabic Language
Dar Al-Hafizat
- Mastering Supervision: Student-Centered Effective Learning
- Leading Learning through Backward Design
- Pedagogical Strategies and Practices that Promote Active Learning, Cooperative Learning and Differentiated Instruction
- Supervision, Evaluation, and Professional Learning for Continuous Improvement’ (Queen Rania Teachers Academy)
- Using Students’ Achievement Data to Improve Instruction’ (Queen Rania Teachers Academy)
- Tellal Training (TELLAL Professional Learning and Development)
- Tellal Training (Middle Leader)
- Curriculum Mapping (for kindergarten)
- Professional Development: Need of the Hour
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