Mahitab Hamed
Art Teacher
Cairo
Summary
Knowledgeable professional with strong background in teaching fine arts. Proven track record of successfully engaging students in learning. Employs deep understanding of importance of creativity in classroom to meet student needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Middle School Art Teacher
Egypt British International School
Cairo
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Introduced techniques and procedures for designing, sculpting, and sketching.
- Provided instruction the use of media such as graphite, charcoal pencils, ink, as well as oil, acrylic, and watercolor paint.
- Taught classes on various elements of art and art history.
- Developed student's drawing, coloring, and painting techniques.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
- Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
Private Art Instructor
Art and Talent Zone Academy
Cairo
12.2018 - 10.2022
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Assisted students in coming up with and executing detailed final projects for exhibition.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
- Planned Art Annual exhibitions.
Elementary Art Teacher
British International College of Cairo
Cairo
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Utilized technology to create digital art and introduce students to new media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, mixed media and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
PYP Art Teacher
Leaders International College
Cairo
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Used transdisciplinary themes, central ideas, and lines of inquiry in curricilum.
- Shared the learner profile attributes with students.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Customer Service Specialist
Xceed company DU international account
Cairo
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
- Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Early Stage Art Teacher
Roots International School
Cairo
10.2012 - 06.2014
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Taught classes on variety of instructional materials, resources, and experiences to enrich students learning.
- Planned and implemented art lesson plans for small groups of students ages 3-6 yrs old.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
Wedding Planner Assistant
La Bella Favola
Cairo
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Liaised between wedding venues, vendors and engaged couple to help plan and deliver successful event.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
- Worked closely with clients to develop personalized wedding plan that fit within budget.
- Coordinated with vendors in securing necessary supplies and services for wedding.
- Planned and created centerpieces, bouquets and floral arrangements for decorating wedding venues.
- Helped bridal couple select wedding decorations and floral arrangements, menus and music.
- Established and managed communications with vendors, confirming service and supply delivery.
Art Teacher Trainee
El Mostakbal Experimental Integrated Language School
Cairo
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Faculty of Art Education
Cairo,Egypt 01.2008 - 05.2011
Skills
Multicultural art master
K-12 art education
Art History & Critique
Color theory master
Assessment
Classroom Management
Curriculum Development
Group and individual instruction
Progress reporting
Certification
Certified “EMPOWERING EDUCATORS”, INTERNATIONAL EDUCATORS FORUM - two days (15hrs)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage
Timeline
Middle School Art Teacher
Egypt British International School
09.2019 - 06.2022
Private Art Instructor
Art and Talent Zone Academy
12.2018 - 10.2022
Elementary Art Teacher
British International College of Cairo
08.2017 - 06.2018
Certified “MAKING PYP HAPPEN”, IB PROFESIONAL DEVELOPMENT - two days (15hrs)
02-2017
Certified “EMPOWERING EDUCATORS”, INTERNATIONAL EDUCATORS FORUM - two days (15hrs)
11-2016
PYP Art Teacher
Leaders International College
08.2016 - 06.2017
Customer Service Specialist
Xceed company DU international account
01.2015 - 09.2016
Early Stage Art Teacher
Roots International School
10.2012 - 06.2014
Certified “GRAPHIC DIPLOMA” , Arab Scout World Organization - two months
07-2011
Wedding Planner Assistant
La Bella Favola
06.2011 - 07.2012
Art Teacher Trainee
El Mostakbal Experimental Integrated Language School
01.2009 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Faculty of Art Education
01.2008 - 05.2011