Suaad Castro Younis
Saipan
Summary
Resourceful and innovative individual with over 19 years of experience in teaching, e-learning and curriculum development for a wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
I am currently seeking employment and to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Distance Education Online Teacher
CNMI Public School System
Saipan
08.2014 - Current
- Promoted digital literacy among students by integrating relevant software tools into coursework, preparing them for future educational or career pursuits in the digital age.
- Utilized various online platforms for efficient lesson delivery, creating engaging virtual classroom environments that accommodated diverse learning styles.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating multimedia resources and interactive activities into lessons.
- Navigated technical difficulties in organizing virtual classrooms, adapting lessons where necessary and supporting students in accessing lessons successfully.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to grow in their critical thinking skills and achieve higher levels of comprehension.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for online instruction, contributing to a cohesive work environment and an effective teaching team.
- Utilized various assessment tools to measure student growth, informing adjustments in curriculum design and teaching methodologies.
- Improved student retention rates by offering personalized support and implementing effective communication strategies.
Classroom Teacher
CNMI Public School System
Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
08.2005 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
- Enhanced e-learning experience by designing interactive and engaging instructional materials.
ELA Program Manager
CNMI Public School System
Saipan
07.2017 - 05.2021
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for district and school goals.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
- Managed and implemented a mentoring program for novice teachers.
- Conducted and facilitated various professional learning opportunities for in-person and online sessions
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Design With Technology
Walden University
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Marianas College
Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands05.2005
Skills
- Effective Time Management
- In-depth Subject Knowledge
- Data-driven decision-making
- Project-based learning
- Learning Management Systems (BlackBoard, Canvas, Google Classroom)
- Multimedia integration
- Technological proficiency
- Online assessment design
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Curriculum Development
- CNMI PSS Teaching Certification
- Instructional Design
Timeline
ELA Program Manager
CNMI Public School System
07.2017 - 05.2021
Distance Education Online Teacher
CNMI Public School System
08.2014 - Current
Classroom Teacher
CNMI Public School System
08.2005 - Current
Master of Science - Instructional Design With Technology
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Marianas College