Shimasadat Ghasemi
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Results-driven education professional with 10 years of experience in LINC/ESL Instruction, Student Advising, Program Coordination, and Administrative roles in educational settings. Proficient in utilizing effective classroom management strategies and various technologies to achieve impactful learning outcomes. Excellent communication and organizational skills, collaborating with students, staff, and students. Ready to bring passion for education and commitment to fostering growth in various professional roles. Extensive experience working with multicultural, diverse, and vulnerable populations, including newcomers and refugees.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Language Instruction to Newcomers (LINC) Instructor
Edmonton Catholic Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Increased student motivation through task-based learning and interactive activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans tailored to CLB 1-7 learners to meet their needs.
- Conducted PBLA-aligned assessments and provided individualized feedback to support learner progression.
- Promoted inclusion, diversity, classroom safety, teamwork, and collaboration.
- Managed multilevel classrooms with diverse language backgrounds
Substitute Language Instruction to Newcomers (LINC) Instructor
Solomon College
01.2024 - Current
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
Casual Language Instruction to Newcomers (LINC) Instructor
NorQuest College
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Increased student motivation by through task-based learning and interactive activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans tailored to CLB 1-7 learners to meet their needs.
- Conducted PBLA-aligned assessments and provided individualized feedback to support learner progression.
- Promoted inclusion, diversity, classroom safety, teamwork, and collaboration by 25% as reported by the college.
- Managed multilevel classrooms with diverse language backgrounds, adapting instruction to meet various learning needs.
Administrative and Executive Assistant
SHARGAN
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in clear formats. - Provided administrative support by managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence with internal and external stakeholders
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of business operations, contracts, and client interactions, ensuring confidentiality
- Acted as a liaison between departments, facilitating smooth communication and workflow across various teams.
Program Coordinator
M.F.T College
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Developed effective communication strategies for improved collaboration among team members, resulting in increased productivity.
- Coordinate teachers’ schedules, provide on-site support, and assist the Program Manager in monitoring teachers' performance
- Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Monitored performance metrics closely to evaluate areas requiring intervention or adjustment, making data-informed decisions that contributed positively towards overall results.
- Work effectively with diverse groups, including newcomers and vulnerable populations, ensuring inclusive and supportive learning environments
Student Academic Advisor
Kharazmi University
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided academic advising to current and prospective students regarding university policies and procedures related to admissions, registration, course selection, academic issues, and career goals
- Enhanced student success by providing personalized academic advising and support to an average of 300+ learners per term, resulting in improved learning outcomes, GPA and career-life balance.
- Collaborated with faculty departments and administrative offices to resolve course scheduling conflicts and support students in achieving their academic goals
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions, tracking progress towards degree completion and monitoring academic standing.
- Evaluated student applications, providing recommendations on admission eligibility based on institutional criteria and policies.
IELTS and General English Instructor / Supervisor
Remote, The One Language Academy
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, ensuring consistency and coherence across the department.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication among students.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies to ensure all students achieved success in their studies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Mentored struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
Volunteer Substitute English Teacher
CCI-LEX
11.2023 - Current
- Teaching English to newcomers in CCI-LEX institution, Edmonton, Canada
Education
M.Ed. - Educational policy studies – educational leadership
University of Alberta
03-2025
M.A. - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Kharazmi University
01.2019
B.A. - English Language and Literature
Allameh Tabataba’i University
01.2015
Skills
- LINC Instruction Expertise
- Project Coordination
- Academic Advising
- Administrative Support Expertise
- Learning management systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- PeopleSoft Application Knowledge
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Planning skills
- Effective Communication
- Relationship-building
- Collaboration
- Working with multicultural populations
- Working with diverse populations
- Working with vulnerable populations
- Effective Team Collaborator
- Curriculum design
- Fostering Student Involvement
- Academic advisement
- Strong communication skills
- Cultural sensitivity
- Proficient in Technology Integration
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Effective lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
Technical Skills And Certificates
- Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint
- Google services, Adobe, Zoom and WebEx
- Moodle platform as a course management system (CMS) and PeopleSoft
- Languages: Fluent in English, Native in Persian, with basic knowledge in French
Certification
CLB Bootcamp Certificate, Center for Canadian Language Benchmarks – Dec 2024
· Certificate of Anaphylaxis in Schools, Edmonton Catholic Schools – Dec 2024
Timeline
Substitute Language Instruction to Newcomers (LINC) Instructor
Edmonton Catholic Schools
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Language Instruction to Newcomers (LINC) Instructor
Solomon College
01.2024 - Current
Volunteer Substitute English Teacher
CCI-LEX
11.2023 - Current
Casual Language Instruction to Newcomers (LINC) Instructor
NorQuest College
01.2023 - 01.2024
Administrative and Executive Assistant
SHARGAN
01.2020 - 01.2023
Program Coordinator
M.F.T College
01.2018 - 01.2020
Student Academic Advisor
Kharazmi University
01.2016 - 01.2018
IELTS and General English Instructor / Supervisor
Remote, The One Language Academy
01.2012 - 01.2022
M.A. - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Kharazmi University
B.A. - English Language and Literature
Allameh Tabataba’i University
M.Ed. - Educational policy studies – educational leadership
University of Alberta
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