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Salma Saeed

Elementary/ Middle School LEA Teacher
Cairo

Summary

  • 10 years in International school supporting students with limited English language proficiency.
  • Proficient in assessing English language proficiency, designing differentiated instruction, and collaborating with colleagues and families to ensure the holistic development of EAL students.
  • Masters of Education in English as a Second language.
  • Training teachers and assistants in differentiated instruction techniques tailored to the needs of EAL students.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School EAL Teacher, August 2016- June 2023

Khartoum American School
08.2016 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Provided targeted support for struggling students, designing intervention strategies tailored to their specific needs and abilities.
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Improved the EAL WIDA criteria by using a “Can Do” approach to ensure differentiation.
  • Organized and facilitated English language support programs and workshops for students, parents, and staff.
  • Create training materials that cover key concepts of the WIDA model, such as the proficiency levels, assessment rubrics, and instructional strategies.
  • Assess student's English language proficiency for placement recommendations.

Elementary School EAL Teacher

Khartoum American School
12.2013 - 05.2016
  • Empowered students to use their home languages as valuable assets in the learning process.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
  • Used a variety of formative and summative assessments to monitor students' language proficiency and academic progress.
  • Served as a member og the Student Support Services team.

Grade 5 Homeroom Teacher,

Unity High School
08.2006 - 11.2013
  • Implement the framework for the National Curriculum for England, upper key stage, year 5.
  • Plan and deliver lessons for upper key stage 2 for English, Mathematics, and Science.
  • Prepare year 5 students to gain the knowledge and skills needed for SAT test at the end of Year 6.

Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher

Kibida International English School
08.2004 - 04.2006
  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
  • Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by assessing student progress regularly and using results to inform future teaching decisions.
  • Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine the priorities for their children and the resource needed.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.


Education

Master's Degree - Education in English As A Second Language

Acacia University, Arizona, USA
12.2019


  • Degree Awarded with Highest Distinction.

QCF Certificate - Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate in Teaching

Cambridge English Language Assessment
08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Food Science And Nutrition And Human Biology

Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, UK
06.2001

Skills

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Timeline

Middle School EAL Teacher, August 2016- June 2023 - Khartoum American School
08.2016 - 06.2023
Elementary School EAL Teacher - Khartoum American School
12.2013 - 05.2016
Grade 5 Homeroom Teacher, - Unity High School
08.2006 - 11.2013
Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher - Kibida International English School
08.2004 - 04.2006
Acacia University - Master's Degree, Education in English As A Second Language
Cambridge English Language Assessment - QCF Certificate , Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate in Teaching
Oxford Brookes University - Bachelor of Science, Food Science And Nutrition And Human Biology

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