Sagirah Ali

Currently, the eighth-grade homeroom teacher; teaching 6th-8th grade math with the HMH Into Math curriculum, completing various duties to help maintain the middle school team and student body, providing feedback on school operations related to the school improvement plan, and designing projects using the PBL framework.

6th-8th Grade Math Teacher - CSS-Sage Elementary K-8 - Phoenix, AZ

(2022-06)

Currently, the eighth-grade homeroom teacher; teaching 6th-8th grade math with the HMH Into Math curriculum, completing various duties to help maintain the middle school team and student body, providing feedback on school operations related to the school improvement plan, and designing projects using the PBL framework.

8th Grade Math/Science Teacher - Academy of Math & Science-Desert Sky - Phoenix, AZ

(2021-11 - 2022-06)

Maintained one eighth-grade homeroom section, taught one section of 8th-grade math following the Saxon Math Course 3 curriculum, and taught two CPO Science-Physical and Life Science sections. Assisted with the school's first Science Fair (held virtually this year). Tutored groups of my math students (2-4) after school.

Teacher - ESE-Al Asayel School - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2014-09 - 2021-09)

Taught science curriculum using Alef, an online learning platform. Monitored and analyzed student data, designed differentiated lessons and projects for ELL students, co-taught with combined sections (up to 60 students), led Grade 7 and Science departments, and co-coordinated Science & Innovation Fairs.

Teacher - Al-Amal School - Fridley, MN

(2011-01 - 2014-06)

Wrote lesson plans as a homeroom or dual-subject teacher for 2nd, 4th, or 5th-grade students, completed STEM and environmental grant applications plus follow-up work, initiated and coordinated Elementary Science Fair (K-5), wrote weekly newsletters, established EOY overnight field trips to Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center for 5th grade, created differentiated learning groups from MAP/NWEA & baseline assessments, and provided Homework/Project Help sessions.

Teacher - Al-Amal School - Fridley, MN

(2007-08 - 2008-08)

Science Teacher - Harvest Preparatory School-SISTER Academy - Minneapolis, MN

(2008-08 - 2010-08)

Wrote lesson plans for 4th-8th grade students using a variety of curricula (EiE, Real Science, Prentice Hall-Life, and Earth Science), Arranged field trips and collaborated with local organizations for Science Career Day activities, co-coordinated Science Fairs, and evaluated state standards to design Curriculum Alignment Tool (7th and 8th Grade-2009/2010 SY).

5th Grade Substitute Teacher - Global Academy - Minneapolis, MN

(2010-09 - 2010-11)

Fulfilled required duties for the absent teacher. Collaborated with the other 5th-grade teacher to plan, prepare, and implement a new International Baccalaureate unit-Where We Are in Place and Time.

Middle and High School Substitute Teacher - MIMS/Ubah Medical Academy - Minneapolis, MN

(2007-04 - 2007-06)

Fulfilled required duties for the absent teacher. Assisted primarily East African (Somali) ELL students with completing assignments from the primary teacher.

Phlebotomy Instructor and Program Coordinator - Minneapolis Community and Technical College - Minneapolis, MN

(2005-07 - 2008-06)

Evaluated and revised the phlebotomy program's curriculum, designed laboratory skill assessments, arranged for practical assignments with local hospitals and clinics, provided office hours, participated in professional development learning circles, taught classes related to the Health Care Core Curriculum, and completed other duties as an adjunct instructor in the Nursing Department.

A-Plus Tutor - A-Plus Tutoring Services - Maplewood, MN

(2005-06 - 2005-10)

Tutored 2nd-8th grade students in reading and math. Evaluated and assessed students based on the provided curriculum and provided progress reports as needed to parents and supervisors.

Phlebotomy Instructor and Administrative Director (Interim) - Midwest Career Institute - Minneapolis, MN

(2003-04 - 2005-06)

Prepared phlebotomy lessons and related laboratory skill activities. Revised school catalog, clinical contracts, and marketing material. Assisted in screening and selecting new employees. Established financial aid program through Minnesota Education Department.

Master of Arts in Education - Education - Hamline University

Bachelor of Science - Biology - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (1989-06 - 1993-06)