Shaima Halawa
Enola,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Head Start and the Ministry of Education, Oman, adept at fostering student engagement and building relationships. Proven ability in classroom management and differentiated instruction, enhancing learning outcomes for diverse learners. Committed to creating nurturing environments that promote cognitive and emotional development.
Friendly and organized food service worker with a strong commitment to health, hygiene, and child safety. Experienced in preparing and serving balanced meals in educational settings. Known for reliability, teamwork, and respectful communication with children, staff, and parents. Certified in food safety and background-checked to work in schools.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Head Start
01.2024 - Current
- Provide nurturing and safe classroom environments for children ages 3–5 in the absence of regular teaching staff.
- Follow established lesson plans and daily routines to maintain consistency in learning and care.
- Lead age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development.
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, and rest time, ensuring safety at all times.
- Support children with basic needs, including toileting, handwashing, and transitions throughout the day.
- Foster positive behavior and classroom management using developmentally appropriate guidance strategies.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to students in a fast-paced school cafeteria setting.
- Followed food safety and hygiene procedures according to school and state guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen, serving areas, and equipment throughout the day.
- Worked as part of a team to ensure efficient meal service during breakfast and lunch periods.
- Monitored food portions and ensured dietary restrictions and allergy guidelines were followed.
- Provided friendly and respectful service to students, teachers, and staff.
- Communicate effectively with permanent staff to report on daily activities, observations, and any incidents.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards within early childhood education settings.
Math Teacher
Ministry Of Education, Oman
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught core mathematics curriculum to Grade 7 students in alignment with Omani national education standards.
- Planned and delivered engaging, student-centered lessons covering algebra, geometry, number theory, and problem-solving.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes, assignments, and examinations, providing timely feedback to support improvement.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including ELL (English Language Learners) and students with varied proficiency levels.
- Integrated educational technology (e.g., interactive whiteboards, online resources) to enhance learning and participation.
- Maintained accurate student records, grades, and reports in accordance with school and ministry policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues and school leadership on curriculum development, assessments, and extracurricular activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents to discuss student progress, behavior, and strategies for academic support.
- Participated in professional development workshops and teacher training organized by the Ministry of Education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain01-2007
High School Diploma -
Al-Muharraq Secondary Girls School
Muharraq, Bahrain06-2002
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Ability to malty tasking
- Active listening
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Teamwork & Communication
- Child-Friendly Customer Service
- Fast-Paced Meal Preparation
- Cleaning & Disinfecting Procedures
- Ability to Follow School Nutrition Guidelines
- Positive Attitude & Professionalism
Certification
- Hands on training for preschool
- PA Child Abuse Clearance
- FBI Fingerprinting & Background Check
- CPR / First Aid Certification
- Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Head Start
01.2024 - Current
Math Teacher
Ministry Of Education, Oman
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Bahrain
High School Diploma -
Al-Muharraq Secondary Girls School
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