Soumaya Ferchichi
5601 West Loop S, Houston, TX 77081
7137187750
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Certification: Tunisia Department of Education
Tunisia Secondary Certification in English
Education: Texas Southern University, Houston, TX
Masters of Arts in English.
Brevard Community College, Cocoa, Fl
Completed twelve credit hours towards Associates of Arts Degree.
University of Human and Social Sciences 9 Avril
Bachelor of Arts in English.
Work Experience:
Borgiba School of Foreign Languages Fall 2008-2009
Ø Utilized instructional method and materials to meet the students’ needs
Ø Taught various classes ranging from development to college levels
Ø Maintained office hours and help students individually with their assignment and giving them feedback
Ø Created a learning environment that is suitable for cultural diversity
Ø Planned, developed, and used a variety of teaching methods to enhance students’ learning.
Ø Evaluated students to measure their level of understanding using different formats of assessment.
Ø Developed and used a syllabus for each class
Iman Academy, Houston, TX Fall 2013
Ø Taught foreign language from 7th to 11th graders.
Ø Designed lesson plans for all classes.
Ø Captured the attention of students by devising lessons from well- known historical events.
Ø Allowed lower level students to overcome certain difficulties and assisted them in making passing grades.
Ø Fostered a classroom environment conductive to learning and promoted excellent students’ engagement.
Ø Motivated students to develop strong critical thinking and encouraged them to ask relevant questions and participate in classroom discussions to increase social growth and self- confidence.
Ø Offered extracurricular tutoring to ensure each student is able to understand the material.
Ø Worked with other teaching staff to set goals, objectives and methods.
Ø Established effective classroom management practices.
Ø Gave feedback to students in timely manners.
Ø Communicated with parents about students’ progress.
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Internship Experience:
Gaafour High School: Senior internship in Gaafour, Tunisia Spring 2006
Ø Worked with mentor to adhere to curriculum, emphasize the importance of classroom control, time management, and course planning.
Ø Ensured that all students comprehended the curriculum, and supported students that required extra guidance.
Brevard Community College, Cocoa, FL, Fall 2010
Ø Provided volunteer tutoring in grammar, analytical writing, and academic speaking to four Intensive English Program’s students at Brevard Community College.
Ø Tutored foreign students at language lab
Ø Integrated technology into the lecture
Ø Coordinated International students’ events
Special Skills :
Ø Skilled at keeping students on task and tailored lesson plans to meet their specific needs.
Ø Offered individualized support and provided positive encouragement
to ensure that each student succeeded..
Ø Able to create attractive, functional and fun learning environment using diverse strategies.
Computer Skills:
Ø Adept in internet usage, Microsoft Office, Power point, Excel, and Access.
Ø Utilized computer resources including educational software and the internet to promote interactive learning.
Additional skills:
Ø In-depth knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
Ø Eager to participate in extracurricular activities.
Ø Advanced level skills in spoken and written proficiency in Arabic and French languages.