Samia Sharief

7640 Lake St
Morton Grove, Il, 60053
847-877-9140
shsamia@yahoo.com
http://samheena.edublogs.org/, https://www.linkedin.com

Objective
Seeking a K-8 teaching position in your school with emphasis on Math and Language Arts.
Interested in and available to organize field trips, or sponsor student organizations and
extracurricular activities. Fluent in Urdu, and Hindi, and able to work with educational
technology, and applications.

Educational Certification
PEL License for K-9 with endorsements to teach Math for Middle School
(previously called Type 03-Certificate) Expected June 2017
Transitional Bilingual certification in Urdu Expected June 2017
Valid Substitute Teaching Certificate # 2322500

Education Experience
Northeastern Illinois University
Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education Graduation May 2017
Cumulative GPA: 3.94/4.0

Karachi University, Karachi Pakistan

Bachelor of Science 1998
Major: Applied Mathematics; Minor: Statistics and Economics.
Additional undergrad work in Bachelors of Computer Science 1996

Awards
Graduate Merit Tuition Scholarship for GPA 4.0/4.0 awarded for two semesters during graduate
degree program.
Skills
Fluent in English, Hindi and Urdu languages.
Effective computer skills in Microsoft Office, Edu creations Applications etc.
Energetic, positive, organized, and self-motivated in achieving yearly curriculum and learning
goals for a successful school year.
Competent in Web 2.0 tools and instructional technology platforms.

Student Teaching Experience

Lorca Elementary School, Chicago Illinois Spring 2017 Present
Placement in a 4th grade classroom as a Math/ Science, and Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher
Develop, and successfully implement lesson plans in all subjects.
Develop, and implement Personalized Learning goals for each student in the 4 th Grade classroom
based on NWEA scores and increasing achievements of all students in their areas of weakness
and strengths.
 Effectively utilize instructional technology by using Edu creations application platform as well as
extensive technology support available in classroom
Differentiated instruction in small groups for target students.
Integrate Technology by independently creating and conducting an enrichment class each day
based on IMovie. Students learned to creatively develop iMovie and trailers based on topics of
interest. The class allowed for creativity, originality, and team building opportunities.
Clinical Teaching Experience
Belmont Cragin School, Chicago, Illinois Fall 2016
100 clinical hours completed in middle school Humanities classrooms for 6-8 grades.

MCC Academy, Morton Grove, Illinois Spring 2016

100 clinical hours completed in middle school Science, and Social Studies classrooms for 6- 8 grades.

During the 200 clinical hours, I focused on teaching strategies that were based on whole class,
small group, as well as differentiated instruction based on language needs of students. The lesson
plans and implemented instruction highlighted the critical thinking skills of the students.

Employment History

Substitute Teacher in Wilmette School District 39, East Maine School District 63, and West Northfield
School District 31. 2016- Present
Active, well respected, efficient, and dependable substitute teacher in the above school districts.
Experienced in all grade levels, and different content areas including SPED.

Teacher Aide, Pre-k MCC Academy, Morton Grove, Illinois 2009-2016

Assisted lead teacher in preparing lesson plans, and creating effective learning environments.
Mentored and guided lead teachers, and teacher aides in their first-year experiences in Early
Childhood department at MCC Academy.
Created effective, welcoming decor and environment in two new classroom sections when the
school expanded.
Focused on small group instruction and intervention strategies.
Assessed and evaluated students abilities with weekly tests along with need based differentiated
instruction.
Performed all the tasks that were asked by the lead teacher with competency, including class
budget, maintenance of classroom supplies, and organization.
Coordinated field trips, picnics, events, and special programs for the school year with MCC staff.

Leadership & Volunteer Activities

Treasurer of Parents Support Group, MCC Academy, Morton Grove, Il, 2008
Organized and Conducted After School clubs at MCC Academy.
Generated funds for school outreach program through various fairs and events.
Initiated, and conducted enrichment block using college and career readiness model based on
IMovie application at Lorca Elementary School during student teaching.
Before school tutoring at Lorca Elementary School.