Hassan Nima
Richmond Hill,Ontario
Summary
My objective is to utilize my extensive research, teaching and leadership skills to theoretically and practically challenge social injustices in Canadian cities towards ethno-racial communities. My past MA and current PhD academic research explores urban spaces and further challenges the negotiation of boundaries by BIPOC youth through the symbiotic interests of various urban stakeholders and institutional bodies. Furthermore, as an Indigenous scholar, my research also brings ethno-racial minorities together in conversation through a network of solidarity.
Hassan nimA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant/Tutorial Leader
University of Toronto
09.2018 - 04.2024
- Organized tutorial plans for Urban Planning courses such as Canadian Cities and Planning, Cities and Environments, Urban Communities and Neighborhoods, and Planning and Governing the Metropolis.
- Graded presentations, exams, and assignments for Geography and Urban Planning courses.
- Performed lectures focusing on community participation planning, sustainable cities and a final lecture exam review.
- Created interactive activities and facilitated tutorial discussions.
- Lead weekly one-hour tutorials that encompass the history of Canadian urban planning.
- Reinforced lessons presented by professors by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups.
- Assisted professors with recordkeeping, such as tracking attendance and calculating grades.
- Set up the lecture hall for class and for presentations as necessary.
- Invigilated mid-term and final exams.
High School Instructor
Carlton Prep Academy
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Organized lesson plans for Grade 12 English, geography, and health sciences.
- Created interactive activities and facilitated class discussion through effective and appropriate pedagogies.
- Graded daily homework exercises as well as unit tests, quizzes, presentations, essays and final exams.
- Worked with students individually to better their writing.
- Lead professional development classes focusing on citation, writing, and public speaking skills.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
Teaching Assistant/Tutorial Leader
York University
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Organized lesson plans for Social Science courses which included International Migration, World of Cities, and Journeys through Space and Time.
- Lead weekly two-hour tutorials that encompass refugee and migration studies as well as urban studies
- Prepared individual as well as group activities and disseminated academic literature and course material to first year students.
- Worked one on one with students to further develop their writing, reading comprehension, and research skills.
- Collaborated alongside fellow teaching assistants and instructors in creating evaluation criteria for assignments, projects and exams.
- Worked with professor to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
Education
Phd – Human Geography & Planning -
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON07.2024
Masters – Geography & Environmental Studies -
York University
Toronto, ON01.2018
Bachelor of Arts Honors – Geography & Environmental Studies -
York University
Toronto, ON01.2015
Skills
- Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous issues and concerns
- Knowledge of community engagement best practices
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate in cross-cultural situations and environments, exercising tact, diplomacy and flexibility
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace
- Leadership, teaching, research and facilitation skills 9 years Instructing and/or teaching at the Post-Secondary level
Timeline
Teaching Assistant/Tutorial Leader
University of Toronto
09.2018 - 04.2024
High School Instructor
Carlton Prep Academy
09.2017 - 06.2018
Teaching Assistant/Tutorial Leader
York University
09.2015 - 04.2018
Phd – Human Geography & Planning -
University of Toronto
Masters – Geography & Environmental Studies -
York University
Bachelor of Arts Honors – Geography & Environmental Studies -
York University
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