Experience Summary
Graduate Teaching Assistant
DePaul University August 1, 2014 – Present
• Assist in the creation of classroom materials
• Tutor undergraduate and graduate students in Arabic
• Coordinate events for the Arabic Department
• Monitor and complete administrative tasks
Arabic Grader August 2008-March 2012
Arabic Department, University of Oregon
• Assisted with grading homework, ensured that grading reflected student objectives, and evaluated student progress and performance
• These objectives were accomplished through the use of rubrics, performance standards, and an analysis of course objectives
• Students received accurate grades and feedback that consisted of constructive criticism
Arabic Self-Study Teacher June 2009- August 2009
Yamada Language Center, University of Oregon
• Instructed students, two hours each week by preparing lesson plans based on students’ needs
• These objectives were accomplished through an initial assessment of student needs, comprehensive and detailed lesson plans, and regular progress checks of student language proficiency and development
• Helped students improve their level of Arabic proficiency and received positive evaluations from students
Arabic Self-Study Tutor August 2008- March 2012
Arabic Department, University of Oregon
• Tutored Arabic students by preparing individual and goal based lessons
• Performed a needs assessment and adapted information to various learning styles
Students progressed in their Arabic Studies and improved their communicative abilities