AMAR AL-SHAKFA

PRO F ESSION AL EXPERIEN CE

(514)-677-1235
Grade 9 (IB) and 10 Science and Technology Student Teacher amar.al-shakfa@mail.mcgill.ca
Pierrefonds Community High School, Montreal, Canada (Jan 2021 – April 2021)
 Created and revised differentiated lesson plans following the UDL approach
to facilitate and moderate student-centered learning.
 Enhanced students' learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional
EDU CAT ION
approaches and innovative classroom activities.
 Fostered a classroom environment conductive to learning and promoted McGill University
excellent student-teacher interaction. Montreal, Canada (2020-present)
 Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while encouraging Master of Arts in Teaching and
curiosity through problem-based and design-based learning. Learning - Science &Technology
 Effectively utilized all technological resources, providing enhanced lessons
Concordia University
by expanding the classroom's boundaries.
 Collaborated with colleagues to ensure the success of the science Montreal, Canada (May 2019)
curriculum as well as to explore cross-curricular integration. Bachelor of Arts and Science,
Specialization in Environmental
Multi-Subjects Elementary Teacher Assistant Science
JMC School, Montreal, Canada (Nov 2019 – March 2020)
 Created routines and rules to help students learn proper classroom
behavior and social skills. SKILLS
 Helped students overcome learning challenges.
 Taught students as a group or in a one-on-one setting, as needed.  Communication and
leadership
After-School Teacher  Lesson planning
JMC School, Montreal, Canada (Nov 2019 – March, 2020)  Punctual, organized and team
 Planned enrichment activities that would promote growth in language, player
social and physical skills.  Classroom management
 Developed social skills through interactions with parents and co-workers.
 Passion and creativity
 Motivated students to learn by providing hands on activities.
 High emotional intelligence
Middle-School Level English, Math, Environmental and General
Science Tutor
Private Tutoring, Kuwait (Feb 2017 – Jun 2017) CO MPU TER SKILLS
 Taught required syllables, and prepared students for exams.
 Provided feedback using positive reinforcement techniques. • Microsoft Office: Excel,
 Used a variety of technological tools to enhance students' understanding.
Word, and PowerPoint
 Followed up with students/parents through monthly discussion sessions.
 ArcGIS Software
University Level Business Management Tutor • TerrSet Software
Private Tutoring , Montreal, Canada (Sep 2015 – Jan 2016)
 Reviewed course materials in Business Management.
 Provided feedback using positive reinforcement techniques.
 Taught general test-taking strategies
LAN GU AGES
 English (fluent)
Kids Camp Counselor
Sa'ada Club, Kuwait (Sep 2012 – Jun 2013)  Arabic (fluent)
 Planned, coordinated, and executed activities and field trips.  Turkish (intermediate)
 Contributed to verbal and written evaluations, activity planning, and  French (elementary)
administration.
 Motivated children and encouraged learning through experience.
O T HER WORK EXPERIEN CE

Owner, Cake Baker and Decorator

Gateau la Lune, Montreal, Canada (Sep 2017 – Present)
 Demonstrates excellent communicating skills to complete customer orders
for specialty items.

Concordia Farmers Market Intern

Concordia Food Coalition , Montreal, Canada (Jun 2018 – Aug 2018)
 Created, conducted, and interpreted surveys that track specific metrics.
 Created a summary report that catalogs different metrics.
 Performed a variety of promotional and marketing tasks (Social media
advertising, distributing brochures, etc...).

V O LU NT EERUN G EXPERIENCE
 Prepares and plans non-profit events: conferences, bazaars, and carnivals.
Kuwait and Montreal, Canada (2013-Present)
 Held fund raising events at Concordia University for Al Salam refugees
school in Turkey
Montreal, Canada (2013-2016)
 Elementary Level Science Teacher
Sa'ada Club, Kuwait (2013)