Leila Fattoum
Midlothian
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
Gaithersburg, MD
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student development and address individual needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged active participation and exploration.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
Lead Teacher/Team Lead
The Goddard School of North Bethesda
North Bethesda, MD
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student growth and collaboration.
- Mentored and supported new teachers in classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored interventions as needed.
English Teacher
Rene Descartes Middle School
Ennasr, Tunisia
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning.
- Implemented varied instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Evaluated and assessed student performance through regular feedback and testing.
Program Coordinator
F+U Academy of Languages
Lac, Tunisia
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Coordinated language program schedules, ensuring optimal class timings and resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented student support initiatives to enhance learning experiences.
- Managed communication between instructors, students, and administration to streamline operations.
- Organized workshops and cultural events to promote language immersion and community engagement.
Teaching Assistant
The British International School of Tunis
Tunisia
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted teachers in lesson preparation and classroom management to enhance student engagement.
- Supported diverse learning needs by adapting instructional materials and strategies for individual students.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and educators to address academic concerns effectively.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources, ensuring an efficient learning environment for all students.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2026
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Tunis El Manar
Tunisia05-2016
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Educational leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
- IEP support
- Special education
- Instructional methods
- Emotional support
- Collaborative teaching
- Curriculum alignment
- Assessment strategies
- Literacy strategies
- Age-appropriate discipline
- Diverse learning styles
- Behavior management
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum development
- Performance assessments
Accomplishments
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
Certification
- TESOL Certified
- 90 hour Preschool Childcare Certification, MD
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
08.2024 - 08.2025
Lead Teacher/Team Lead
The Goddard School of North Bethesda
06.2022 - 08.2024
English Teacher
Rene Descartes Middle School
09.2020 - 02.2021
Program Coordinator
F+U Academy of Languages
09.2019 - 08.2020
Teaching Assistant
The British International School of Tunis
09.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Tunis El Manar