Rahima B.
Private tutor in New York, NY
Education
Bachelor Of Arts in Childhood Education grade 1-6. Bachelor of Arts in Special Education Grade 1-6 from City University of New York Medgar Evers College G.P.A: 3.8 out of 4.0 Scale
Experience
Dedicated and student-focused teaching professional who is commitment to providing a well balanced, supportive and engaging learning environment for all students. Aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning style and abilities are addressed. Hardworking and trusted educator who strive to collaborate with all members of the school community to meet the needs of students and promote the philosophy of the school. ¥ Implemented lessons in multiple subject areas including mathematics, science and literacy, incorporating New York's Common Core Learning Standards into lesson planning ¥ Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students, including advanced students, students with disabilities, and second language learners ¥ Created a positive behavior management plan actively engaging students to limit behavior issues, using variety of techniques to fit situation and child when challenges arose ¥ Developed strong relationships and communication with parents through e-mail, face-to-face contact and phone communication ¥ Integrate technology into lessons to engage learners, including use of Smart Boards and Movie Maker Utilize ongoing informal and formal assessment to measure effectiveness of teaching and optimize student learning, adapting instruction when needed. ¥ Encouraged critical thinking as well as targeted literacy skills through Socratic seminars, small-group discussion groups, and focused writing ¥ Collaborated regularly with general education teachers about lesson adaptations and accommodations for students ¥ Worked effectively one on one with ELL and students with special needs ¥ Implemented a daily reading log system designed to formatively assess students’ reading comprehension and develop students’ ability to write evidence-based responses ¥ Aided in the production of a interdisciplinary unit on nutrition encompassing history, reading, writing and math
Subject Expertise
4th GradeSpecial EducationKindergarten - 8th GradeElementary MathSummer Tutoring5th Grade Writing5th Grade Science5th Grade Reading5th Grade math5th Grade4th Grade Writing4th Grade Science4th Grade Reading4th Grade math1st Grade3rd Grade Writing3rd Grade Science3rd Grade Reading2nd Grade3rd Grade math3rd Grade2nd Grade Writing2nd Grade Reading2nd Grade math1st Grade Writing1st Grade Reading1st Grade1st Grade math
Availability
Any day at any time
Can Meet
Up to 1 hour away for no additional charge
Hobbies
Childcare Provider, Private Family, New York, NY May 2011-May 2014 ¥ Introduced games and story hour which encouraged reading comprehension and problem-solving. Program Coordinator, International Mother Language Day, New York, NY Feb 2011- Feb 2012 ¥ Organized and facilitated workshops to present the importance of history and language ¥ Developed activities devoted to community unities and embracing diversity. After School Tutoring, Lake View Community, New York, NY Sept 2011- Present • Worked with one-on-one with elementary school students in subjects including math, English, science, social studies and music. Librarian, Medgar Evers College CUNY, Brooklyn, NY Jan 2010- Dec 2010 •Assisted students by answering reference questions, locating books/ publications and processing checkout and return request. Helped students with development of bibliographies for class research projects.
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