IRENE ASFOUR

24910 Hickory Hill Road, Spring, TX 77380 · 832.458.8196

Irene.asfour@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills
combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional
approaches and technology options used in general education classrooms. Knowledgeable about
curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches. Here is an online portfolio to
show for some of the work I have done and what my learning goals are,
https://ireneasfour.weebly.com.

SKILLS
 Individualized Support  Bilingual (English/Arabic)
 Group Instruction  Organized
 Classroom Management  Communication Skills
 Lesson Planning  Leadership Skills
 Child Development  Ability to be Flexible

EXPERIENCE
AUGUST 2019 – PRESENT DAY
STUDENT TEACHING, SMITH ELEMENTARY ALDINE ISD
 Instructed 2nd and 3rd grade students in ELA and social studies principles, concepts and
in-depth subject matter.
 Integrated new strategies to optimize classroom management and behavioral control
through a wide range of instructional approaches.
 Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment
grading.
 Set up visual aids to support the lesson delivery.
 Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
 Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and
learn different approaches.
 Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
 Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational
strategies and student support networks. (STAAR Prep)
 Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for ELA classes,
consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
 Supported lead teachers in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration
and behavioral enforcement.
  Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive
reinforcement strategies.

OCTOBER 2014 – PRESENT DAY

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT LEADER, THE WOODLANDS YMCA
 Coordinated and led the development of the Afterschool/Summer Camp program with
ASTEAM, Arts & Crafts, HEPA, and Field Trip activities.
 Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
 Collaborated with other camp counselors to create an atmosphere of fun and learning.
 Assisted in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports, logbook
documentation, and daily attendance.
 Served as an exceptional role model throughout summer camp programs and associated
activities.
 Organized welcoming and closing ceremonies, family night and sporting events.
 Developed strong working relationships with campers, parents or guardians and other
counselors through effective communication and active listening skills.
 Adhered to all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.

EDUCATION
JANUARY 2017
TEACHING AND LEARNING B.S, UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
College of Education,
May 2020

CERTIFICATIONS
TEXAS TEACHER CERTIFICATION, FEBRUARY 2020
CPR/FIRST AID, AMERICAN SAFETY & HEALTH INSTITUTE
DEANS LIST, FALL 2019-SPRING 2020
ESL CERTIFICATION, PLANNING FOR SUMMER 2020