Khadiga Chaudhry
Bolingbrook
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Preclinical Experience
Meadow Glens Elementary
03.2024
- Participated in a first-grade classroom, conducted lessons, and evaluated student progress. Specifically engaged in small groups of students who needed extra help with the content they were learning. Collaborated with the teacher in planning appropriate lessons to cater to the needs of the students. Observed the cooperating teacher and implemented a positive classroom environment through behavior management strategies.
Cashier
Pita Zone
01.2020
- Responsible for cashier, taking orders, calling orders, including assisting with customers, and making sure everything is restocked at self-serve pick counters.
Lead Teacher
ICN Noor Academy
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Assessed student progress and tailored instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational programs and share best practices.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development and address concerns.
- Streamlined assessment processes to improve tracking of student performance and outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Substitute Teacher
Furqan Academy
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Employed as a substitute teacher at an Islamic Private School, engaging with students ranging from 1st grade to 12th grade. Managed individual assignments based on the provided books and syllabus due to the school's small size. Adapted lessons as necessary in instances where teachers were not available to provide guidance, ensuring continuity in the learning process despite unexpected circumstances. Instructed lessons based on all subjects, while creating a positive and welcoming environment.
Practicum Experience
Wilco Area Career Center School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Engaged in a Childcare Program, facilitated in teaching and educating preschool children. Weekly lectures which included lesson planning, following week taught a lesson and engaged students in learning language arts skills, basic math, communication skills and much more. Observed children's progress and stayed dedicated to foster child development and promoted a positive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Elementary Education
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05.2025
Associates of Arts Degree - undefined
College of DuPage
Aurora, IL01.2022
Diploma - undefined
Bolingbrook High School
Bolingbrook, IL01.2012
Skills
- Proficient in Urdu
- Fluent speaker of Punjabi
- Fluent in Hindi
- Skilled in conversational Hyderabadi Urdu
- Experienced with various virtual classroom technologies
- Excellent Skills as a Collaborator and in working as a team
- Knowledgeable in Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices
- Project management
- Customer engagement
- Technical writing
- Process improvement
- Team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Illinois Reading Council (IRC)
- National Education Association (NEA)
- Teachers First
ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES
- Local Mosque, Volunteer, Sunday School, Bolingbrook, 2022, 2023
- Food Drive, Bolingbrook, 2022, Present
- Volunteer, Chi-care, 2023
- Muslim Student Association (MSA), 2023, Present
- Benedictine University Thaakat, 2023, Present
- Benedictine University UNICEF, 2023, Present
- MAB Youth, 2022, Present
- COD MSA, 2021, 2023
- MIST Chicago, 2018, 2022
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Fogarty Family Scholarship, In Honor of Ralph, Jim, Pat and Lucille (2023-2024), Pell Grants
Timeline
Lead Teacher
ICN Noor Academy
08.2025 - Current
Preclinical Experience
Meadow Glens Elementary
03.2024
Substitute Teacher
Furqan Academy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cashier
Pita Zone
01.2020
Practicum Experience
Wilco Area Career Center School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Associates of Arts Degree - undefined
College of DuPage
Diploma - undefined
Bolingbrook High School
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Elementary Education
Benedictine University