Sofia Ali

Experience

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  AmeriCorps

  Sept 2013 - Jan 2015

  Bonner Leader

  Oxford College Bonner Leaders, currently known as Pierce Service Corps is a service scholarship affiliated with Americorps. Within the program, Bonner Leaders are expected to serve 10 hours of service during the academic year. As a Bonner for a year and a half, I contributed over 300 hours of community service and gained experience working with Georgia elementary schools, non-profits, such as The Path Project, and other after school organizations, like Washington Street Community Center

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  Emory University

  Feb 2016 - Oct 2016

  Assistant Teacher at the Emory Autism Center

  The Emory Autism Center is a part of the the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Emory University School of Medicine. The Walden Early Childhood Program of the Emory Autism Center is dedicated to providing information, resources, and support to families of children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder ages 0-5 years. As a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Assistant, responsibilities include preparing children 3-5 years of age for Kindergarten and promoting independence. This includes incidental teaching, encouraging reciprocal play and social interaction, and 1:1 therapy. Research results indicate that over 90% of children with autism completing the Walden curriculum enter kindergarten with functional verbal language, and 92% are fully included in general education kindergarten classrooms. Afișează mai puține

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  Alexandra Park School

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2019

  Student Teacher

  -Taught, co-taught, and observed multiple secondary level classes at North London based Alexandra Park School, partnered with UCL's Institute of Education- Designed, developed, and implemented History, Religious Education, and Citizenship lessons for 60 + students- Worked with two mentors for feedback and to develop strong assessments for learning - Collaborated with other student teachers and mentors

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  Aga Khan Council for USA

  Aug 2019 - now

  Instructional Designer and Educator

  * Teaching and Mentoring 7th-12th Grade Students across the United States * Experience with Face to Face Instruction, Distance Learning, and Alternative Delivery Models.* Leading initiatives for National Virtual Family Engagement and Outreach * Interest in Islamic Literature, Arts, and Culture

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  Cheeky Monkeys North America

  Aug 2023 - now

  Training and Development Manager

  As the Training and Development Manager, my role is to build positive relationships within our management teams, empower others through mentorship, and develop effective training plans and a Learning Management System. Throughout the learning journey, I am dedicated to ensuring that learners feel genuinely welcomed and supported, fostering an environment where they can thrive. At Cheeky Monkeys, we strive to create lifelong memories and meaningful moments where children and families can play, learn, and celebrate! Afișează mai puține