Nour Al-Baltaji

647-574-3999
Email: nourbaltaji92@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW
 2 years of academic and professional teaching experience in Qatar at an American
School.
 Proficiency in English and French language verbally and written
 Extensive knowledge of the Ontario education curriculum
 Dedicated and student-focused teaching professional who is committed to providing
a well-balanced, supportive, and inspiring hands-on lessons that capture a child’s
imagination.
 Aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning style and abilities
are addressed.
 Hardworking and trusted educator who strives to collaborate with all members of
the school community to meet the needs of students and promote the philosophy of
the school.
 Supported administrators in reviewing and implementing curriculum material and
assessments to develop long term plans for a start-up school.

Areas of Teaching Proficiency include the Following:

Theory of Multiple Intelligences ~ Technology Integration ~ Thematic Units ~ KWL

Assessment Tools ~ Creative Lesson Planning ~ Individualized Education Plans Guided
Reading ~ Writer’s Workshop ~ Student Motivation ~ Classroom Management ~
Parent-Teacher communication

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Medaille College Buffalo, New York, USA
Master of Science in Education Sept 2018- Present
(Expected Graduation: December 2018)

Oxford Seminars Toronto, ON, Canada

TEFL/TESOL Certificate June 2015 – Aug 2015
 60 hours of in-class work
 40 hours online component

University of Toronto Mississauga, ON, Canada

B.A. Teaching Sept 2010 – June 2015
 Major: Art & Art History and French Teaching
 Minor: Italian Studies

Sheridan College Oakville, ON, Canada

Diploma in Art & Art History Sept 2012 – June 2015
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
GEMS American Academy Al-Wakrah, Doha, Qatar
Grade Level Leader Sept 2015 – June 2017
 Facilitated grade level planning time and assessments to ensure implementation of
curriculum
 Established curricular decisions with grade level teachers and provided feedback to
administrators
 Collaborated with administrators to oversee the development and monitoring of subject
area action plans
 Worked rigorously with Kindergarten team to develop a long-term plan in alignment with
the common core standards
 Assessed the need for instructional resources based on teacher input and informed
administrators of results
 Collaborated with administrators to modify progress reports and align curriculum
material to the US Common Core Standards
 Participated in weekly staff training and actively sought out professional development
 Established several school committees and coordinated and led several school events,
field trips, and assemblies

GEMS American Academy Al-Wakrah, Doha, Qatar

Grade 2 & Kindergarten Teacher Sept 2015 – June 2017
 Balanced whole-group, small group, and individual instruction to accommodate different
academic levels and learning styles; designed and implemented behavior modification
system for each level
 Successfully taught content area using curriculum and programs including Lucy Calkins
Writing, Handwriting Without Tears, Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading, Daily 5, and
Everyday Mathematics Program
 Evaluated student progress by utilizing formative and summative assessments and
tailored lessons accordingly
 Utilized cooperative learning settings to differentiate instruction and provided
independent intervention time to students with special needs and those who required extra
support
 Implemented curriculum through stimulating lesson plans and developed long term plans
in alignment to the curriculum and standards
 Designed and integrated technology in everyday learning activities using laptops, iPads,
and the Promethean Board

B2B Learning Centre Mississauga, ON

ESL/FSL Tutor Sept 2010 – April 2012
  Tutored new immigrant students aged 5-16 with learning English and French as a second
language
 Planned and prepared weekly lesson plans and activities for small groups
 Prepared classes using provided materials and personal teaching materials
 Utilized the Direct Method teaching model to improve students’ grammar, listening,
writing and speaking skills
 Assessed students using multiple evaluation methods, from informal to formal
 Effectively maintained interest and provided interactive atmosphere, enabling students to
significantly improve learning skills
 Instituted positive classroom management strategies and disciplinary programs that
effectively handled challenging behaviors
 Maintained effective communications with staff and parents

Hillcrest Public School, Mississauga, ON

Student Volunteer – Grade 2 Jan 2011 – June 2012
 Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
 Designed and utilized units in Math, Social Studies, Science, Language Arts and
Physical Education, as well as taught lessons in Drama, Visual Arts and Music
 Utilized diagnostic and a variety of formative assessments to chart student growth;
differentiated instruction based on these assessments and created individual student
goals.
 Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment and
demonstrations
 Presented subject matter to student under the direction and guidance of the teacher,
using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods
 Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master
assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Bilingual Customer Service Representative Mississauga, ON, Canada
Ecolab Inc. Apr 2012 – Aug 2015
 Created and executed numerous projects using Excel and PowerPoint in data cleansing
to help in the transition of the SAP program
 Resolve administrative problems by coordinating preparation of reports, analyzing data,
and identifying solutions
 Handle up to 100 calls daily, from both sales representatives/customers nation-wide
 Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for delivering
exceptional customer service
 Assist managers and supervisors in training new staff members

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Summer Camp Leader Mississauga, ON, Canada
Summer Fun Camp June 2009 – August 2009
  Developed, scheduled and coordinated day camp activities that kept children active and
helped them develop skills, teamwork and sportsmanship
 Supervised, lead, oriented and evaluated staff and volunteers
 Enforced camp rules, discipline and reward procedures for participants and staff
 Ensured participant welfare during all activities and proper handling of first aid and
emergency situations

CERTIFICATES/WORKSHOPS
 TESOL Certification
 Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Training
 Smart Board Basic Level Training
 Google Training Basic Level
 Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (New York)
 School Violence Prevention and Intervention (New York)
LANGUAGES
 English – Fluent
 French – Fluent
 Arabic – Fluent
 Italian – Conversational