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Aisha Ahmed

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Dedicated secondary school teacher committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and facilitating student success. Experienced in delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and promoting critical thinking skills

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Teacher

Glendowie College
01.2024 - Current
  • Teach English to Year 9 through Year 12 students, tailoring lessons to meet the diverse learning needs of students
  • Implement the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IB MYP) for Year 9 and 10, with a focus on inquiry-based projects that enhance literacy, communication, and critical-thinking skills
  • Design and deliver culturally responsive lessons that respect and reflect students' cultural values and backgrounds
  • Develop and execute lesson plans for Year 11 students, providing a strong foundation in English to prepare them for NCEA Level 1
  • Create comprehensive instructional materials for Year 12 students, focusing on both internal and external NCEA assessments
  • Provide detailed feedback on student assessments, guiding them toward academic improvement and success in NCEA exams
  • Foster a classroom environment that encourages active participation, collaboration, and a love for literature and language
  • Participate in school-wide initiatives, including literacy programs, extracurricular activities, and parent-teacher communication

Teacher Aide

Sacred Heart
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated closely with lead teachers to develop and implement lesson plans, prioritizing personalized support for students with diverse learning profiles
  • Demonstrated proficiency in efficiently managing classroom activities, cultivating positive, well-organized, and conducive learning environment that promoted student engagement and participation
  • Skillfully facilitated small group activities aimed at reinforcing lesson concepts and providing additional assistance to students facing academic challenges
  • Worked with teachers and specialists to adapt lessons and assignments, customizing them to cater to unique needs and requirements of individual students

Preservice Teacher

Glendowie College
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated effectively with seasoned educators in co-teaching English classes, contributing to diverse and inclusive learning environment that supported student growth
  • Designed and delivered captivating lessons tailored to various learning styles and abilities, resulting in heightened student enthusiasm and increased engagement levels
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members to identify learning barriers and implement effective solutions, ultimately enhancing student learning outcomes
  • Developed and executed comprehensive study units in alignment with curricular standards and objectives, ensuring well-rounded educational experience for students
  • Ensured classroom activities and assessments aligned with national curriculum standards, showcasing dedicated adherence to NCEA learning criteria
  • Contributed to significant academic achievements for students across diverse grade levels, leading to improved test scores and overall academic progress

Preservice Teacher

Tamaki College
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans that incorporated technology, enhancing student engagement and participation
  • Gained valuable expertise in effective classroom management, maintaining structured yet supportive learning environment that optimized student learning experiences
  • Collaborated closely with team of educators to create cross-disciplinary projects that seamlessly integrated English curriculum with Māori history, promoting holistic understanding of diverse subjects and cultures
  • Conducted ongoing assessments and evaluations to gauge student progress and inform instructional adjustments for enhanced learning outcomes

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Teaching (Secondary)

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
10.2023

Masters - English Literature and Language Phonetics and English Literature

NUML
Lahore
2008

Bachelors of Arts - Economics and English Literature

Fizaia Degree College
Peshawar
2006

Higher Secondary School Certificate - Science

PAF School
Peshawar
2006

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Support
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Substitute teaching
  • Parent Communication
  • Records Management
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Organisational ability
  • Google Classroom
  • Project-based learning
  • Test Preparation
  • Student Motivation
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Student Engagement
  • Grammar rules
  • Individualised Learning Plans

Referees

Daria Spence

HOD Learning Support, Sacred Heart College
dspence@sacredheart.school.nz


Melanie van Ansem

English Faculty Leader, Glendowie College
ans@gdc.school.nz


Linda Tomlinson

Specialist Classroom Teacher, Glendowie College
tom@gdc.school.nz



Certification

Certificate in Education Support - Open Polytechnic

Auckland, New Zealand, 2021


It Takes Two to Talk - Ministry Of Education

Auckland, New Zealand, 2021

Aids in using responsive engagement techniques to improve kids' linguistic abilities and aims to incorporate functional language by integrating it into everyday routines like mealtime, playtime, and book reading


Turn Autism Around by Mary Barbera - Online Course

NY, USA, 2020
Strategies to help remediate, eliminate some symptoms of autism and other developmental delays in young children


Incredible Years Programme (IYP) - Ministry Of Education

Auckland, New Zealand, 2020
Provided guideline for responsive and nurturing parenting by treating young children's behaviour problems


Timeline

English Teacher

Glendowie College
01.2024 - Current

Preservice Teacher

Glendowie College
07.2023 - 09.2023

Preservice Teacher

Tamaki College
04.2023 - 06.2023

Teacher Aide

Sacred Heart
02.2023 - 12.2023

Postgraduate Diploma - Teaching (Secondary)

University of Auckland

Masters - English Literature and Language Phonetics and English Literature

NUML

Bachelors of Arts - Economics and English Literature

Fizaia Degree College

Higher Secondary School Certificate - Science

PAF School

Certificate in Education Support - Open Polytechnic

Auckland, New Zealand, 2021


It Takes Two to Talk - Ministry Of Education

Auckland, New Zealand, 2021

Aids in using responsive engagement techniques to improve kids' linguistic abilities and aims to incorporate functional language by integrating it into everyday routines like mealtime, playtime, and book reading


Turn Autism Around by Mary Barbera - Online Course

NY, USA, 2020
Strategies to help remediate, eliminate some symptoms of autism and other developmental delays in young children


Incredible Years Programme (IYP) - Ministry Of Education

Auckland, New Zealand, 2020
Provided guideline for responsive and nurturing parenting by treating young children's behaviour problems


Aisha Ahmed