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Fatuma Hydara
355 E. 184 Street Apt. 623 Bronx, NY
646-639-9437
fatuma.hydara@gmail.com
Objective
I am a passionate future English teacher seeking a position in inner city New York that will provide me with opportunities for growth as an educator. I aim to change the world one book and one student at a time.
EDUCATION
Pace University, Pleasantville, NY Graduated: December 2013 GPA: 3.88 Summa Cum Laude
B.A. Adolescent Education with concentration in English / B.A. English, Literature Track
NYS Teaching Certificate: English Language Arts (7-12) Initial Certificate
B.A. Adolescent Education with concentration in English / B.A. English, Literature Track
NYS Teaching Certificate: English Language Arts (7-12) Initial Certificate
Academic Honors/Awards:
Pforzheimer Honors College Scholarship Recipient (2009-2013), Dean’s List (2009-2013), Writing Enhanced Course Award (2010), Excellence in Research Award (2010), Grace M. Dell Award for Graduating Seniors (2013)
Student Teaching Experience:
Student Teacher, Valhalla Middle/High School Valhalla, NY Fall 2013
I planned for, taught, and assessed students in several classes--8th grade ELA, 9th grade Freshman Writing Seminar, 10th grade English Honors, and 10th grade English Co-taught—with and without my mentor teachers’ presence.
Student Observer, P.S. 95 Sheila Mencher Bronx, NY Fall 2012
I provided one-on-one assistance to students during group and individual activities in several sections of 8th grade ELA, including Honors, General Education, and Inclusive. During my mentor teacher’s absence, I took over and taught the classes.
Student Observer, Sleepy Hollow Middle/High School Sleepy Hollow, NY Fall 2011/Spring 2012
I provided one-on-one assistance to students during group and individual activities in several English classes, including Public Speaking, 10th Grade Honors, 11th Grade Regents, 7th Grade, and Reading Lab.
Student Observer, Bronx High School of Visual Arts Bronx, NY Fall 2010
I visited and carefully observed various classes, including 9th, 11th, and 12th grade English, AP English, 10th grade Humanities (English/Social Studies), and 12th grade Economics.
Extracurricular Experience:
Active member of Teacher Opportunity Corp. from Fall 2011 to Fall 2013:
· Attended monthly meetings and discussed personal experiences in the School of Education, courses, and student teaching, as well as current issues in the field of education
· Served as voice for Education students in conveying issues to Dean and Assistance Dean during “Chat and Chew” sessions
· Participated in Digital Narrative Exhibition and Award Ceremony featuring short films created by Teacher Opportunity Corp. members
· Served as voice for Education students in conveying issues to Dean and Assistance Dean during “Chat and Chew” sessions
· Participated in Digital Narrative Exhibition and Award Ceremony featuring short films created by Teacher Opportunity Corp. members
Active member of Pace University’s Vox Arts and Literary Magazine from Fall 2009 to Fall 2013:
· Managing Editor Fall 2012 – Spring 2013
o Planned for and held weekly editorial meetings to discuss updates from Editorial staff
o Delegated tasks to editors, editorial assistants, and members to adhere to editorial and publication schedules
o Organized four to five events each semester: bi-annual Launch event, readings, and outings to poetry slams, plays, and botanical gardens in NYC
· Poetry Editor Fall 2011 – Spring 2012
o Reviewed 10-20 student submissions per semester, chose quality poems to be published, and communicated with writers to revise their work to meet the highest standards
o Assisted in planning and organizing events, such as bi-annual launch events, author readings, and trip to the MOMA
o Planned for and held weekly editorial meetings to discuss updates from Editorial staff
o Delegated tasks to editors, editorial assistants, and members to adhere to editorial and publication schedules
o Organized four to five events each semester: bi-annual Launch event, readings, and outings to poetry slams, plays, and botanical gardens in NYC
· Poetry Editor Fall 2011 – Spring 2012
o Reviewed 10-20 student submissions per semester, chose quality poems to be published, and communicated with writers to revise their work to meet the highest standards
o Assisted in planning and organizing events, such as bi-annual launch events, author readings, and trip to the MOMA
Inducted into Pi Lambda Theta International Education Honor’s Society in Spring 2012:
· Assisted in setup, advertisement, and reading aloud of stories for Dr. Seuss Event hosted at Barnes and Nobles (White Plains, NY) in Spring 2012
· Wrote Valentine’s Day cards to Veterans (Fall 2011)
· Wrote Valentine’s Day cards to Veterans (Fall 2011)
Inducted into Sigma Tau Delta National English Honor’s Society in Fall 2011:
· Presented essay on The Awakening by Kate Chopin in the Sigma Tau Delta Convention in Portland, Oregon on March 20-23, 2013
· Setup and photographed Handmade Homemade book exhibit in Mortola Library at Pace University
· Assisted in campus-wide book drive for Better World Books
· Setup and photographed Handmade Homemade book exhibit in Mortola Library at Pace University
· Assisted in campus-wide book drive for Better World Books
Related Work Experience
Substitute teacher, School Professional New York, NY Feb. 2014 - Present
· Exercise classroom management strategies to ensure that students remain on task, exhibit appropriate behavior, and complete assignments.
· Create engaging lesson plans in instances lesson plans are not left by regular classroom teacher.
Tutor, InstaEDU Online Jan. 2014 - Present
· Tutors students from middle school to college from all over the US and the world in the following subjects: Literature, Education, College Admissions, Study Skills, Writing, English, and English as a Second Language
Writing Consultant, Pace University Writing Center
Pleasantville, NY Oct. 2011 - Dec. 2013
· Supported peers in writing and revision of academic work using a non-directive style to teach basic writing skills, such as thesis statements, organization, wording and expression, content and ideas, research and/or correctness to improve tutee’s writing skills
· Performed administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, sending emails to Professors regarding student projects, and maintaining clean, comfortable environment in Writing Center
· Helped organize Writing Center events, such as Research 101 Workshop and trip to see Wicked on Broadway
Intern, Little Village Playhouse Pleasantville, NY June 2013 - Aug. 2013
· Provided assistance for theatre classes, auditions, stage tech, and stage design
· Designed promotional materials for upcoming Fall auditions and workshops using Adobe Photoshop and created playbills for all seven Summer Stage 2013 productions using Adobe InDesign
· Performed administrative duties, such as answering and making phone calls, coordinating student check-in/check-out, sending out mail, and emailing daily newsletter updates to parents
Intern, Bronx Family Justice Center Bronx, NY Aug. 2012 - Aug. 2012
· Prepared art and craft projects and games for children while guardians received services
· Supported creation of weekly calendar of “Free or Low Cost” kid-friendly summer activities in the Bronx and Manhattan
· Created a “Free or Low Cost Museums, Parks, and Other Attractions in NYC” guide for parents in both English and Spanish
· Assisted in organization of first Teen 80’s – Healthy Relationships Night by suggesting ideas for music, creating hand-made decorations, and developing activities and conversation material
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Excel • Internet Research • Computer Hardware Parts • Adobe Photoshop • Smart board/Interactive White board
Hobbies/Interests/Blogs
· Creative Writing & Photography: http://fhphotographsandwriting.blogspot.com
· Reading/Book Reviews: http://bookrants1.blogspot.com
· Reading/Book Reviews: http://bookrants1.blogspot.com
· Asian Drama/Movie Reviews: http://looneyexpress.blogspot.com
