Khadija Qazi

Plan and teach K–2 lessons, including leading daily morning meetings and routines. Provide individualized support aligned with students' IEP goals. Use visuals and hands-on materials, collect data, and collaborate with staff to support student growth.

Student Teacher - Santa Clara School District, Ponderosa Elementary School - Sunnyvale, CA

(2026-01)

• Plan and teach K–2 lessons, including leading daily morning meetings and routines.
• Provide individualized support aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Use visuals and hands-on materials, collect data, and collaborate with staff to support student growth.

Student Teacher / Substitute Teacher - Sunnyvale School District, Columbia Middle School - Sunnyvale, CA

(2025-08)

• Follow the teacher's lesson plans and daily schedule.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain routines.
• Adapt quickly to different grades and classrooms.
• Plan and teach lessons with guidance from a mentor teacher.
• Support students in small groups and individually.
• Practice classroom management and assess student learning.

Paraeducator - Sunnyvale School District, Columbia Middle School - Sunnyvale, CA

(2022-01 - 2025-08)

• Provide academic and behavioral support to students with diverse learning needs in a resource classroom.
• Assist in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and modifying instructional strategies to meet student needs.
• Support students in developing executive functioning skills and fostering independent learning.
• Utilize positive reinforcement techniques to encourage student engagement and classroom participation.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to create a supportive learning environment.

Associate Teacher - Catalyst Kids - Sunnyvale, CA

(2020-06 - 2021-04)

• Addressed behavioral and learning challenges by working closely with parents and school staff.
• Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson execution to ensure an inclusive learning environment.
• Designed and set up visual aids, educational displays, and hands-on activities to enhance student comprehension.

Student Worker - Mission College CDC Lab - Santa Clara, CA

(2018-10 - 2020-02)

• Managed program documentation, reports, and spreadsheets to track student progress.
• Assisted in coordinating educational programs and maintaining organizational systems.

Substitute Teacher - Medina Academy - Bellevue, WA

(2012-01 - 2016-01)

• Assisting the lead teacher, teaching Arabic to individuals and classes
• Correcting papers, recording scores, supervising recess
• Working as a receptionist in the main office

High School Teacher - Al Qamryaat Center - Saudi Arabia

(2006-06 - 2007-03)

• Delivered engaging computer science lessons through classroom instruction and lab-based learning.
• Trained students in word processing, spreadsheet applications, and database management.

High School Teacher - Academy of Learning - Madina, Saudi Arabia

(2005-04 - 2006-05)

• Taught several Computer Science courses, and Administrated data entry work for a high school

Master of Arts - Special Education - San José State University (2026-05)

Education Specialist Preliminary Credential - Mild to Moderate Support Needs - San José State University (2026-05)

Bachelor of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development - San José State University (2024-11)

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education - Mission College (2021-05)

Bachelor of Computer Science - Computer Science - Preston Institute of Management & Science Technology (2004-05)