AAMINAH DURHAM

| atdurham@wesleyancollege.edu |

OBJECTIVE

Pursue a career in education that will utilize my passion for childrens development
according to their specialized needs and encourage them to discover the joys of learning

EDUCATION

WESLEYAN COLLEGE, MACON, GA

JANUARY 2015-PRESENT

Currently enrolled as a junior pursuing a bachelors degree in Early Childhood

Education and a minor in music
3.74 Cumulative GPA

AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CORRESPONDENCE

2009-2015

EXPERIENCE

3.8 GPA

TUTOR
2011-PRESENT

Coordinated personalized schedules for weekly tutoring sessions

Worked one-on-one with students grades K-6 to increase math and reading fluency
and comprehension
Communicated with parents to define the students goals and keep them informed
of the students progress
Worked effectively with students with special needs

PRIVATE INSTRUMENT INSTRUCTOR

2011-PRESENT

Communicate with parents and students to work out a schedule best suited for
both parties
Plan and prepare lessons in relation to individual student needs
Obtain appropriate teaching materials and resources
Teach music theory, aural skills and proper techniques
Motivate pupils and encourage progress
Arrange recitals for students family and friends

CUSTOMER SERVICE PROFESSIONAL ARISE VIRTUAL SOLUTIONS

2014-2015

Greeted customers warmly and ascertained reason for calling

Utilized computer technology to handle high call volumes
Assisted customers in making restaurant and leisure activity reservations
Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and
phone numbers
Attempted to persuade customer to reconsider cancellation

FIELD EXPERIENCE OBSERVATION SONNY CARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, ROSA

TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, ELAM ACADEMY, SPRINGDALE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL, MCKIBBEN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
JANUARY 2015-PRESENT

Observe public schools teachers at work in their classroom

Take comprehensive notes on methods and activities observed in the classroom

Assist teacher with small tasks such as grading papers and aiding special needs
students in schoolwork

INSTRUCTOR KIDS COLLEGE CAMP AT WESLEYAN COLLEGE

JUNE 2016-JULY 2016

Plan themed lessons on a weekly basis

Teach daily classes according to camp theme
Work with ages 5-14
Communicate and work well with camp directors to plan lessons and acquire
supplies

MONEY MENTOR NEXTGENVEST

AUGUST 2016-OCTOBER 2016

SKILLS AND
ABILITIES

Communicate effectively with high school and college students

Aid and give advice on the financial aid process
Collaborate with team to find best and most accurate information

Ability to develop lesson plans that cater to a childs particular needs

Collaborates well with others to meet common goals
Gives and takes constructive criticism for the benefit of all parties
Positive attitude and interaction with students
Communicates ideas and opinions well
Multitasking to get as much work done in a limited time frame
Ability to introduce the use of technology in education and creative outlets to give
students a modern and enjoyable learning experience
Aptitude to recognize student diversity in a positive manner and adapt instruction to
a fit a particular diversity
Finds it vital to have a high level of patience, self-control and compassion for
students who may feel overwhelmed and frustrated
Recognizes the importance of helping children to gain confidence in their gifts and
abilities
Committed to keeping the childs needs first and doing all that is necessary to
ensure the students gets the most from their education

ACTIVITIES AND
HONORS

REFERENCES

Deans Academic Scholarship January 2015-Present

Provosts List June 2015-Present
Guitarist in Wesleyan Washboard Band August 2015-Present
Leader and Coordinator for Community Youth Classes and Events 2013-Present
Volunteer Dance Instructor at Mitchells Academy of Music and Dance May 2014December 2014; June-July 2015
National Association for Music Education October 2015-Present

Available upon request

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