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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Burj El Shamali, Tyre, Lebanon

• Created interactive lesson plans to teach English, yoga, and arts and crafts to Palestine refugees in 8th and 9th grade.
• Incorporated themes of social justice and international solidarity into the curriculum to empower students in their lives outside of class.
• Navigated challenging environments adeptly, working in resource-limited classrooms with sporadic electricity and extreme conditions.

Seattle, Washington, United States

• Conducted accurate audits of the warehouse inventory, resulting in the identification of discrepancies and corrective actions to ensure the integrity of the warehouse data
• Improved productivity by implementing more efficient work practices, resulting in a 35% reduction in processing time per unit
• Managed a team of new employees to successful completion of multiple projects, facilitating their onboarding and training, and promoting their growth and development
• Coordinated and executed complex logistical operations, including deliveries and warehouse reconfigurations, ensuring timely and cost-effective outcomes
• Created and maintained standard operating procedures documentation for the company wiki, ensuring transparency, consistency, and scalability of warehouse processes
• Provided accurate reporting of work volume and item processing time, enabling informed decision-making and process improvementonth.

Seattle, Washington, United States

• Managed and executed complex logistics operations, including packing and labeling of rare and collectible goods, demonstrating strong attention to detail and organization
• Applied expertise in Harmonized Tariff System codes to ensure compliant and efficient international shipping, enabling smooth cross-border operations
• Developed and implemented new procedures for supply management, resulting in a 25% reduction in excess ordering and cost savings
• Collaborated with management to streamline supply order approval processes, reducing time from order to delivery by one business week or 50%, improving overall operational efficiency.

Bellevue, WA

• Managed complex shipping operations, adhering to quality, packing, and shipping standards by utilizing strong attention to detail and organization.
• Utilized inventory management systems to scan, process, and research merchandise shipments, applying analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address issues.
• Adhered to federal regulations regarding shipments of hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepared packages for international shipment, demonstrating an understanding of international trade.
• Managed and trained new personnel, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Assisted internal and external customers to ensure follow-through on company promises, providing exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Santiago, Chile

• Managed and instructed a diverse group of students in foreign language acquisition, adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles and needs
• Conducted in-depth research on religious movements in the Middle East, utilizing a variety of sources and methodologies to generate new insights and perspectives
• Developed and delivered engaging and informative business English courses to professionals abroad, utilizing strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Analyzed English proficiency levels of students using the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) scale, enabling tailored instruction and assessment
• Managed logistics and inventory control for a global e-commerce company, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment and delivery
• Conducted needs analysis to assess the English language proficiency of non-native speakers, identifying areas for improvement and providing customized language training programs

Various Locations, Saudi Arabia

Instructed college-aged students from around the Middle East and beyond in academic English.Partnered with an international team to delegate teaching roles to optimize lesson quality.Implemented computer-based language learning in the classroom.Independently and accurately managed grades and attendance.University of Ha'il - November 2012 to June.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Middle East Studies

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Double Major In Arabic Language And Linguistics, 3.75 - Cum Laude

Four years of Arabic language study culminating in a research paper in Arabic on Qur'anic studies using primary sources in the original.

Uw Study Abroad - Spring 2011, Linguistics

Succeeded in a foreign language class - Persian 101 - taught in Turkish, which I did not speak at the time by relying on outside resources.

Uw Study Abroad - Fall 2010, Arabic Language And Literature

Had the rare opportunity to meet people from around the world and take advantage of class offerings like Media Arabic and Introduction to.