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Jannathul Firthose Mahaboobali

Santa Clara

Summary

Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Paraeducator

Family Child Education
10.2023 - Current
  • Created lesson plans and taught for small group of 5 to 6 children.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop effective teaching strategies for diverse learners.
  • Aided in the assessment of student progress through careful observation, documentation, and ongoing collaboration with lead teacher.
  • Promoted language development in young children by incorporating songs, stories, and interactive games into daily lessons.
  • Assisted in the creation of a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment, promoting social-emotional development.
  • Implemented proactive behavioral interventions to maintain a calm and focused learning environment for all students.
  • Enabled smoother transitions between classroom activities by using visual cues, timers, and verbal reminders for preschoolers.
  • Participated in professional development workshops focused on improving instructional methods within the early childhood setting.
  • Enhanced student learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons tailored to individual needs.
  • Facilitated small group activities designed to enhance cognitive skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and decisionmaking.
  • Contributed to improved classroom management by establishing clear expectations and routines for preschoolers.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on their child''s progress.
  • Encouraged creativity and self-expression in students through engaging art projects and hands-on activities.
  • Initiated positive reinforcement strategies to motivate students and encourage the development of essential life skills.
  • Strengthened fine motor skills among students through various manipulative tasks like cutting paper shapes or playing with PlayDoh.
  • Supported students with special needs by providing individualized instruction and accommodations.
  • Ensured student safety during indoor and outdoor playtime by maintaining vigilant supervision at all times.
  • Assisted in planning and executing special events, such as field trips and holiday celebrations, ensuring a memorable experience for students.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Muhsen [Weekly On Sunday]
10.2022 - Current
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Collated classroom materials for 6 students to help teachers prepare for instruction and activities
  • Provided mobility and personal care support to students with physical limitations.
  • Monitored student actions and applied established interventions to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
  • Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs (6 students)
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.

Community Service Volunteer

Usatnma, Icna & Muhsen
09.2015 - Current
  • Increased knowledge and experience from working with children in different settings.
  • Assisted/aided different types of programs and event.
  • Established babysitting and face-painting facilities as part of events/programs in organizations like USATNMA and Muhsen.
  • Participated in packing and serving/distribution of food for USATNMA and ICNA Bay Area.
  • Gave one-on-one care to special-needs children in programs and particular prayers as part of Muhsen.

Parent Volunteer

Laurelwood Preschool, Granada Islamic School
09.2008 - Current
  • Planned/Prepared materials for class activities, projects, bulletin board and Yearbook.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by taking care of group of up to 10 students.
  • Worked in library by organizing and sanitizing to protect students health.
  • Acclimated new parents to volunteer work by sharing advice and training on specific processes.
  • Assisted with classes by helping teacher carry out lessons and maintain organized spaces.
  • Helped students needing personalized support with group activities or lesson assignments.
  • Helped students complete tasks such as specific work problems in math, language and Art work.
  • Assisted students with special projects, events and programs.
  • Monitored students in lunchroom and at recess.
  • Read stories with small groups of students.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Helped in BOR for Scouts for their Rank Advancement and event coordination.

Teacher

EMC 2 Kids Academy
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies for 8- 10 students.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet standards for upto 3 - 4 students
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom for upto 8 students
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

Teacher's Assistant

EMC2 Kids Academy
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Oversaw 7-10 students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Supported 2-4 individual student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing 10-15 students along with one co-teacher in recess environments.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation, materials development and attendance.
  • Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
  • Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.

Education

Certificate of Achievement - Child Development

De Anza College
Cupertino, CA
06.2023

Master of Arts - History

Annamalai University
Chidambaram, TN, India
05.2002

Bachelor of Arts - History

Sri Sarada College For Women(Autonomous)
Salem, Tamilnadu, India.
05.2000

Skills

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Teaching
  • Age-Appropriate Lesson Planning and implementing
  • Scheduling
  • Record keeping
  • Health and safety
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Classroom Organization
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Outdoor Play Supervision
  • Lesson implementation
  • Child Development Associate Certification
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Tailoring Curriculum Plans
  • Reading and writing
  • Basic Math
  • Tact, patience and courtesy
  • Experiential Learning
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Special Needs Students
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff

Certification

  • Associate Teacher permit
  • Certificate of achievement in Early Childhood Education (ECE -39 units done ) from De Anza College.
  • Child Abuse Mandated Reporter online Training, from CDSS (California Department of Social Service ).
  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED from American Redcross training services.
  • Food Handler Certification
  • Tajweed(basic)Course, from Raqeeb Educational Trust, India.
  • Sexual Harassment and abusive conduct prevention training.
  • Junior Diploma in Computers(Windows) from First computers, Salem, India.

Timeline

Preschool Paraeducator

Family Child Education
10.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Muhsen [Weekly On Sunday]
10.2022 - Current

Teacher

EMC 2 Kids Academy
10.2022 - 06.2023

Teacher's Assistant

EMC2 Kids Academy
03.2022 - 06.2022

Community Service Volunteer

Usatnma, Icna & Muhsen
09.2015 - Current

Parent Volunteer

Laurelwood Preschool, Granada Islamic School
09.2008 - Current

Certificate of Achievement - Child Development

De Anza College

Master of Arts - History

Annamalai University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Sri Sarada College For Women(Autonomous)
Jannathul Firthose Mahaboobali