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Asra Ali-Abbas

Lisle

Summary

Entry level teacher with hands-on experience in classroom instruction and student engagement. Successfully implemented lesson plans and facilitated interactive learning sessions. Demonstrated effective classroom management and communication skills. Having begun in home-schooling, my skills in individual and differentiated teaching have been honed.

I am an energetic, patient, and adaptable individual, skilled in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. I Possess

solid understanding of educational techniques and proficient in lesson planning and classroom management. Dedicated to fostering academic growth and inspiring love for learning. I look forward to continuing my learning experiences and in any capacity would love to be a part of professional development programs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Glen Hill Elementary
09.2024 - Current
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Baker and Entrepreneur

HaveFaithToCreate (Self)
06.2018 - Current
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
  • Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Packaged finished products for sale.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Provided excellent customer service, answering questions about products and offering personalized recommendations based on individual preferences.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
  • Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Processed customer orders and payment transactions.
  • Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
  • Consistently met deadlines for catering orders by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.

Education

Certification - Elementary Education

Illinois College
Jacksonville, IL
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Radiation Therapy

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
08-2012

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Technology integration
  • Group instruction
  • Teacher support
  • Elementary education
  • Science teaching

Certification

  • Elementary Education Certificate - Illlinois Department of Education. (May 2025)
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Timeline

Student Teacher

Glen Hill Elementary
09.2024 - Current

Baker and Entrepreneur

HaveFaithToCreate (Self)
06.2018 - Current
  • Elementary Education Certificate - Illlinois Department of Education. (May 2025)
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Certification - Elementary Education

Illinois College

Bachelor of Science - Radiation Therapy

Wayne State University
Asra Ali-Abbas