Eman Sheikh
Lexington,KY
Summary
Experienced in classroom management and student support, dedicated to creating a positive learning environment through strong communication. Deep understanding of educational tools and techniques to enhance student engagement and facilitate overall growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Lexington Universal Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to special needs students, aiding academic success.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement.
- Assisted in grading, feedback, and student supervision.
- Monitored progress through assessments and reported to teachers/parents.
- Fostered trust-based relationships to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with counselors on behavioral and emotional issues.
- Used differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and behavior.
- Adapted instructional strategies based on student feedback.
- Mentored students individually or in small groups.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress.
- Helped maintain a clean, organized classroom.
- Managed approximately 26+ kids in different various settings
Teacher Assistant
Childcare Network
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, helping them achieve academic goals
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining a safe learning environment
- Collaborated with other teaching assistants to develop engaging educational activities and materials
- Facilitated small group discussions and activities to enhance student comprehension of lesson content
- Assisted in the supervision of students during recess, lunchtime, and field trips
- Managed approximately 12+ kids in a toddler setting
Substitute Teacher
Fayette County Public Schools
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Reports to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school building
- Reviews with the principal, department head, or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day
- Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned
- Teaches the lesson outlined and described in a lesson plan book prepared by the absent teacher
- Consults, as appropriate, with the building principal, department head, or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the absent teacher's lesson plan
- Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods
- Reports in writing with notes left for the absent teacher the assignments made and comments regarding student behavior
- Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates
- Performs other duties as assigned by building principal
- Managed 26+ kids in different grade levels
Assistant Teacher
Growing Together Preschool, Inc.
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Perform certain physical requirements necessary for working with children with and without disabilities and special needs
- Ensure adequate supervision of all children assigned to the classroom
- Report observed and suspected child abuse and neglect according to program policy
- Maintain confidentiality in keeping with agency policies, and abide by the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
- Maintain current status of credentials, training and certifications to assure compliance with licensing regulation, NAEYC criteria, STARS criteria, Head Start performance standards, and program policies
- Work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher to ensure compliance with licensing regulations, NAEYC criteria, STARS criteria, Head Start performance standards, and program policies in the assigned classroom
- Assist the Lead Teacher in classroom maintenance and management record keeping, housekeeping, supervision and children's personal hygiene
- Assist the Lead Teacher in communication with families
- Complete observations and assessments on assigned children
- Carry on normal classroom activities when the Lead Teacher is not present
- Participate in weekly team meetings to discuss observations of children, staff meeting information and plan curriculum
- Have knowledge of and respond to emergencies
- Managed 32+ kids varying from preschool to toddlers
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
- Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
- Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
- Support your center's success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
- Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
Student Teacher
MeadowThorpe Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Planned and implemented lessons for small group and whole group instruction designed to enhance student learning based on Kentucky Academic Standards
- Collaborated with the 2nd/ 4th grade team to implement and create engaging and meaningful learning opportunities for students
- Managed classroom behavior and set expectations
- Taught using the 5E model of instruction using Kagan and Jan Richardson strategies
- Ran daily Social Emotional Learning for 2nd grade
Practicum Student
Cassidy Elementary
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Designed and implemented lessons for whole group, small group, and one-on-one instruction based on Kentucky Academic Standards
- Taught using the 5E model of instruction using Jan Richardson strategies
- Learned from cooperating teacher on creating varied and engaging lessons to meet classroom and student needs
- Completed multiple professional development courses (referenced below) through the University of Kentucky
Grader/Teacher
Replacement Best Brains Learning Center
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Grade 10+ student packets for reading and math
- Put up inventory
- Take out books when needed
- Help teachers fill in gaps that they were missing by 10-15%
Pre-Practicum Student
Rosa Parks Elementary School
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with cooperating teacher to design and implement small and whole group lessons multiple times a week
- Did small groups with 3-4 kids varying in different abilities
Manager
Kebab Mania
07.2011 - 01.2017
- Currently providing client-centered interactive training sessions, emphasizing practical applications for staff development, including weak English speakers
- Review bills, approve payments, manage budget and deposit cash amounts at the end of shifts
- Ability to direct, organize & oversee team members
- Promoted to manager at age 16
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2022
High School Diploma -
Paul Laurence Dunbar
Lexington, KY05-2016
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Lesson Planning
- Toddler & Preschool Care
- Parent Communication
- Collaborative Learning
- Growth Mindset
- Child Development
- Tutoring
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Kindergarten
Certification
- Driver's License
- Teaching Certification, 07/01/23, 06/30/28
- First Aid Certification, 09/01/23, 09/30/25
- CPR Certification, 09/01/23, 09/30/25
- Substitute Teaching Certification
Additional Information
Child Abuse Seminar, PBIS Training, Dyslexia Training, Trauma Training with Mackenzie Leechman PHD, KATE Conference, Technology Training Seminar, Site Based Decision Meeting, Video Analysis Seminar, First Year Panel on Resumes and Seminar, KAS Training, Bullying training, KEL License, CPR and First Aid training, Curriculum Implementation, Behavior Management strategies, Confidence in Work and Engagement, Belonging and Inclusion, Supporting Children and Families Experiencing Homelessness, Administering the Brigance Screener to Preschoolers, Preschool Classroom Management, Managing Difficult Behaviors in Preschool Age Children, Medical Administrator
Afterschool clubs:
1. Craft clubs
2. Lego Clubs
3. Homework help
4, Extended care
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Professional Working
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Lexington Universal Academy
08.2024 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Childcare Network
05.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
Fayette County Public Schools
02.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Teacher
Growing Together Preschool, Inc.
08.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2022 - 08.2023
Student Teacher
MeadowThorpe Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2022
Practicum Student
Cassidy Elementary
11.2021 - 12.2021
Pre-Practicum Student
Rosa Parks Elementary School
08.2020 - 09.2020
Grader/Teacher
Replacement Best Brains Learning Center
08.2020 - 01.2021
Manager
Kebab Mania
07.2011 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Education
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Paul Laurence Dunbar
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