Habiba Elsaadany
Kindergarten Teacher
Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Enthusiastic and determined teacher, eager to contribute to the field of Early Childhood Education. Motivated to learn and grow alongside experienced and accomplished teachers.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
School of English Representative
University of Nottingham Malaysia
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Responsible for course representatives of Years 1, 2, and 3 which gathered feedback from students and lecturers to best facilitate students' learning experience.
- Participated in meetings with Education Network to represent Faculty of English and discuss motions to be implemented.
Public Speaking Coach
Present to Represent (P2R)
, Selangor
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Coached students on the art of persuasion, building empathy, the power of story-telling, and empowerment to successfully present oneself to represent their core values.
- Created plans individually and within teams and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Writing Consultant
University of Nottingham Malaysia
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided one-to-one guidance to students facing different challenges with academic writing such as grammar, and essay structure.
- Served as an informed conversation partner for those who may not be facing any challenge per se, but perhaps would like to speak to a trained and more informed peer about their writing as part of the brainstorming, drafting, or revising stages of the writing process.
Writer
IGNITE by University of Nottingham Malaysia
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Wrote and published multiple articles ranging from topics on Literature to Self-Help.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
Research Assistant
University of Nottingham Malaysia
02.2019 - 03.2019
- Assisted in research project for Centre for English Language and Foundation Education with team of professors.
- Transcribed interviews.
Special Needs Companion
Mr. John Smith
Kuala Lumpur
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Worked with 23 year old girl with Down Syndrome as companion responsible for accompanying her to classes.
- Tutored her Maths and English.
- Actively listened to her and her parent's requests and needs in order to effectively adapt my engagement with her.
Girl Guide Leader
Girlguiding
Kuala Lumpur
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Designed and conducted enjoyable and innovative activities for girls to learn new skills.
- Helped manage conflicts.
- Provided girls with safe space to share their opinions and experiences.
Private Spanish Tutor
Ms. Siham Charafi
Kuala Lumpur
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Implemented relaxed activities and games to help students incorporate new vocabulary with confidence.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology.
- Facilitated positive and enjoyable learning environment by using enthusiastic instructional strategies which motivated students in their learning process.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Garden International School Early Years Centre
Kuala Lumpur
07.2014 - 08.2014
- Helped teachers prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted in maintaining discipline in class.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Teacher
BLESS Organisation
Kuala Lumpur
06.2009 - 06.2014
- Planned and taught English and Math lessons to refugee children aged 5 to 15 years old.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Incorporated fun games to encourage children to learn and build confidence in class.
- Painted and re-furbished classrooms which required strategic layout planning.
Education
BA (Hons) English Language And Literature, 2.1 -
University of Nottingham
Malaysia 04.2017 - 08.2021
Reception, Primary, Secondary, IGCSE And A-Levels
Garden International School
Kuala Lumpur 09.2002 - 07.2016
Skills
Personable and friendly
Energetic personality
Trustworthy
Fast learner
Educational technology
Conflict resolution
Adaptable
Responsible
Teamwork
Leadership
Cultural awareness
Critical thinking
Organisation and time management
Special education
Extra-Curricular Achievements
- Completed 'Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing' online course authorised by Yale University through Coursera (2021)
- Completed Intercultural Awareness Course (2019)
- Represented my country at UoN in an Archery competition (2018)
- UoN Accommodation Hall Monitor (2018-2019)
- Course Representative of English Language and Education (2017-2018)
- Volunteer at underprivileged schools in Sri Lanka (2015)
- Admin at Model United Nations (2015)
- Volunteer at 'Rizq Ar Rahman' Charity (2012-2016)
- Prefect in Secondary School (2012-2014)
- Head of Makeup department for school performances (2013-2015)
Timeline
School of English Representative
University of Nottingham Malaysia
09.2019 - 07.2021
Public Speaking Coach
Present to Represent (P2R)
06.2019 - 06.2020
Writing Consultant
University of Nottingham Malaysia
03.2019 - 02.2020
Research Assistant
University of Nottingham Malaysia
02.2019 - 03.2019
Writer
IGNITE by University of Nottingham Malaysia
09.2018 - 06.2019
BA (Hons) English Language And Literature, 2.1 -
University of Nottingham
04.2017 - 08.2021
Special Needs Companion
Mr. John Smith
09.2016 - 08.2018
Girl Guide Leader
Girlguiding
08.2016 - 03.2017
Private Spanish Tutor
Ms. Siham Charafi
08.2016 - 12.2016
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Garden International School Early Years Centre
07.2014 - 08.2014
Teacher
BLESS Organisation
06.2009 - 06.2014
Reception, Primary, Secondary, IGCSE And A-Levels
Garden International School
09.2002 - 07.2016