Zeinab Aboutaam
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Experienced substitute teacher with 2-3 years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Edustaff
09.2022 - Current
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting strong work ethic, integrity, and professionalism at all times.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed students' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into lessons.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
Medical Assistant
Celestial Institute Of Plastic/ Hand Surgery
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Conducted community outreach events to promote wellness initiatives and expand access to healthcare services locally.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01.2025
High School Diploma -
Fordson High School
Dearborn, Mi06.2015
Skills
- Youth Mentoring
- Positive Reinforcement
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Parent Communication
- Test Proctoring
- Classroom Management
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Patience
- Leadership/Teamwork
- Adaptability
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
- First Aid Certification
Additional Information
- Over 500 volunteer hours at Islamic Center of America
- Over 500 volunteer hours at Zaman International
- Zaman Run Team - Marathon Runner
- Woodworth Middle School - Soccer Coach
Timeline
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Edustaff
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Celestial Institute Of Plastic/ Hand Surgery
09.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science -
Wayne State University
High School Diploma -
Fordson High School
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