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Laleh Hekmati

Toronto,Ontario

Summary

As an Iranian immigrant, wife and mother, former professional in the pharmaceutical industry and environmental activist, I like to think I've accumulated a great deal of life experience over the years. Some highlights of that life include graduating as a Pharm -D in 1997 and having a successful career for four years with Swiss pharmaceutical company, Hoffmann-La Roche. Being passionate in education myself, I graduated York University with a master's degree in sociology.

I studied sociology in order to get closer to my teaching passion as a high school or collage teacher. But I couldn't get the chance because of my responsibility at home.

My experience in teaching and Tutoring back home, motivated me to apply for part time teaching. I am am inquisitive Private Tutor committed to promoting student's confidence and academic. Strong communication and planning skills is one of my strengths. I am a hardworking and reliable person with strong ability in tutoring and teaching.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Private English Tutor

Private Sector
Tehran, ON
01.1997 - 01.2024
  • Addressed student learning needs through diverse teaching styles.
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of [Area of study] concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented curriculums to develop subject matter knowledge in pupils.
  • Supported students by identifying and addressing specific concerns.
  • Researched new methods of teaching English language effectively to children or adults.
  • Built student confidence through positive reinforcement.
  • Attended to students in classroom, study area, and home environments to maximize support.
  • Monitored student progress by administering regular tests and providing feedback on their performance.
  • Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for students who required extra help.
  • Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques.
  • Provided instruction in English language skills such as pronunciation, grammar, reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary and conversation.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Establisher and Member of the Board of Advisors

Nafas NGO
Tehran, Iran
10.2014 - 09.2018
  • Served as an environmental activist with the goal of reducing Tehran's air pollution
  • Met with city council and other policy makers to push for green initiatives
  • Responsible for municipal officials updating public transportation vehicles which were very pollutant
  • Advocating for citizens to take steps toward reducing carbon emissions, including the use of bicycles and carpooling and many other policies to reduce fossil fuel consumption.

Private Teacher / Chemistry and Biology

Private Sector
Tehran, , Tehran
01.2001 - 01.2007
  • Fostered a positive relationship between the instructor and each student by providing support and guidance when needed.
  • Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
  • Instructed classes using various teaching methods such as lectures, group activities, demonstrations.
  • Conducted individualized tutoring sessions to ensure student comprehension of assigned materials.

Product Specialist

Hoffmann-La Roche
Tehran, Iran
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Originally hired as a medical representative, I was the first female to be employed in that role
  • Worked shoulder-to-shoulder with oncologists and nephrologists
  • Arranged clinical trials and follow-up appointments
  • Responsible for the registration of new products with the Ministry of Health such as Cell Cept (Mycophenolate mofetil, an immunosuppressive mainly used for kidney transplant) and Xeloda (Capecitabine, colorectal cancer treatment).

Pharm D

Many Pharmacy
Tehran, Iran
01.1994 - 01.1996

Education

MA Sociology -

York University
01.2022

BA Sociology -

York University
01.2020

Doctor of Pharmacy: Pharm D -

Tehran Azad University
01.1997

Skills

  • Research
  • Positive Attitude
  • Solution Focused
  • Detail Oriented
  • Adaptability and Agility
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Communication Skills, Written and Verbal
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management Skills
  • Ability to analyze, organize and process
  • Building Rapport
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Bilingual in English and Farsi
  • Encouraging Students
  • Motivating Students
  • Needs Assessments
  • Classroom Management
  • Homework Assistance
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Math and Science Expertise
  • Homework Support and Assistance
  • Activity-Based Learning
  • Elementary Education

Languages

English
Professional
farsi
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Establisher and Member of the Board of Advisors

Nafas NGO
10.2014 - 09.2018

Private Teacher / Chemistry and Biology

Private Sector
01.2001 - 01.2007

Private English Tutor

Private Sector
01.1997 - 01.2024

Product Specialist

Hoffmann-La Roche
01.1996 - 01.1998

Pharm D

Many Pharmacy
01.1994 - 01.1996

MA Sociology -

York University

BA Sociology -

York University

Doctor of Pharmacy: Pharm D -

Tehran Azad University

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