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Kinda Akkad

Irvine

Summary

Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Life Coach

Self
Irvine
01.2023 - Current
  • Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
  • Offered creative solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client.
  • Educated clients on healthy lifestyle practices such as nutrition, exercise, stress management.
  • Assisted clients with developing problem solving skills to manage difficult situations.
  • Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
  • Assisted clients with developing life management skills and coping mechanisms to handle daily living requirements.
  • Developed and implemented individualized life coaching plans for clients.

Chair of Development Committee

Minaret Academy
Anaheim
09.2010 - 09.2025
  • Created program to promote new managers from within, leading to cohesive leadership structure.
  • Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
  • Facilitated collaborative discussion among Board members during meetings to promote consensus-based decision making.

Founding Board Member

Minaret Academy
Anaheim
09.2005 - 09.2022
  • Engaged in fundraising and resource development efforts by reaching out to interested partners and donors.
  • Monitored progress against established goals and objectives while providing guidance when needed.
  • Led fundraising initiatives, securing necessary funds to support and expand organizational programs.
  • Contributed to the development of a long-term vision and strategic plan, positioning the organization for future success.
  • Participated in the development and expansion of programs and services, ensuring alignment with organizational mission.
  • Met with community members and special interest groups on behalf of executives.

School Principal

Nada Heritage Language Weekend School
Garden Grove
06.1996 - 09.2002
  • Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
  • Directed school human resources including hiring, training, policy enforcement, and legal compliance.
  • Managed the budgeting process for the school.
  • Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
  • Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
  • Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
  • Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
  • Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.

Quran & Islamic Studies Teacher

Nada Heritage Language Weekend School
Garden Grove
06.1991 - 06.1996
  • Developed and executed engaging Quran and Islamic Studies lessons for students.
  • Organized events such as the Quran Annual Contest, Eid Carnivals, Hajj Simulation, End of School Party, and Graduation Ceremonies.
  • Contributed insights during faculty meetings to enhance school operations, staff development, curriculum development and implementation, and extracurricular activities.
  • Recognized by management for exceptional performance in supporting administration.

Education

Certificate - Professional Coaching For Life & Work

University of California, Davis
Davis, CA
01-2023

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And School Administration

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
08-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Social Behavior

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
03-1998

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
05-1996

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

Damascus University
Damascus, Syria

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Curriculum development
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Coaching skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Bilingual: Arabic & English

Timeline

Life Coach

Self
01.2023 - Current

Chair of Development Committee

Minaret Academy
09.2010 - 09.2025

Founding Board Member

Minaret Academy
09.2005 - 09.2022

School Principal

Nada Heritage Language Weekend School
06.1996 - 09.2002

Quran & Islamic Studies Teacher

Nada Heritage Language Weekend School
06.1991 - 06.1996

Certificate - Professional Coaching For Life & Work

University of California, Davis

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And School Administration

California State University, Fullerton

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Social Behavior

University of California, Irvine

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Irvine Valley College

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

Damascus University

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