TEACHING PORTFOLIO
HELLO! I’M SADAF ESTEANEH
Welcome to my teaching e-portfolio!
STATEMENT OF TEACHER PHILOSOPHY
From a young age, I’ve always had a sense of motivation and passion in teaching STEM to adolescents. Whether it’s exploring unique opportunities, learning additional skills, or meeting new people, I bring these values to every experience throughout my life on a personal and professional level. My teaching philosophy and number one priority is to create a safe classroom environment in which students respect one another and utilize creative thinking skills as they collaborate. To learn more about me, keep exploring my site or reach out directly.
AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Up Close & Personal
My interest in the subject of biology was influenced by my middle school teacher. As a young adolescent girl, I found the study of science intimidating. Upon taking my first biology class in middle school, however, my teacher eased my nerves. She explained the subject with passion and taught me to not only understand the material but to also fall in love with it. While I had found a new desire to study science, I realized that I wanted to become an educator that could also instill this desire in other people. Teaching science is my ultimate goal so that I can give young students the confidence and knowledge they need to pursue careers related to this field.
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Technological advancements for learning are also crucial in this generation. One of the most eye-opening experiences I have had was my internship as a behavioral researcher for autistic students. During this time, I promoted a robotic device, created by UC Irvine, that interacted with autistic children. The child could play interactive games on the device, which would track eye motion and gather results on cognitive and motor abilities. While this device was still early in development, I had the pleasure of interviewing special-education teachers, physical therapists, and parents of autistic children. From these interviews, I found that learning disabilities in autistic children varied greatly on a broad spectrum, but technological devices were common products that appealed to autistic children in class and at home. I realized that to be an outstanding future educator, I would have to consider that learning disabilities may exist among anyone, and may sometimes go unnoticed. It may be challenging to find what learning methods could be beneficial for some individuals, but perhaps finding what appeals to them is a great start. Technology, for instance, is appealing to the younger generation. Incorporating technological products in the classroom setting, whether one has a disability or not, can fuel the desire of students to engage in learning activities.
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MY RESUME
Roles & Responsibilities
EDUCATION - AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY M.A.ED
August 2020Â - May 2022
Throughout my education at Azusa Pacific University, I have studied courses in relation to the sciences and arts of teaching. Achieved a 4.0 GPA for a Single Subject Credential and Master in Education.
EDUCATION - UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE B.S. CUM LAUDE
September 2016 - December 2019
Over the course of my education at the University of California Irvine, I have learned about Biology and Human Anatomy through Labs. After taking all of the necessary courses, I graduated from UCI with a GPA of 3.78 in Human Biology and a B.S. Cum Laude.
BIOLOGY/PHYSIOLOGY STUDENT TEACHER CANYON HIGH SCHOOL
January 2022Â - May 2022
Taught four classes in one high school semester. Two physiology classes and two biology classes. Create lesson plans and engaging activities for students following Common Core standards and NGSS.
LONG TERM SUBSITUTEÂ - PACIFICA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
February 2021 - April 2021
Throughout my time substituting at Pacifica, I taught four in-person freshman biology classes and AP Biology to high school students. I was in charge of over 100 students and their learning progress. I also created curriculum, lessons, and exams for students. I engaged students in open discussions to promote collaborations skills and teamwork. Utilized digital technology to teach students that could not attend in person.
BEHAVIORAL RESEARCHER- SYNARBOT INTERNSHIP UCI
November 2016- June 2017
Researched behavioral therapy for autistic children. Promoted CARBO, an interactive robot built to enhance motor skill performance for autistic children. Scheduled interviews with therapists and analyze improvements needed to be made in CARBO. Created reports on researched therapy methods.
BIOLOGICAL SPACE INTERN- NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER
June 2015- July 2015
PRE-MED INTERN UCI
June 2014Â - July 2014
Studied specialized medical fields, diagnosed patients with medical doctors, dissected cadavers to study human anatomy and physiology, and worked with innovative robotic technology used in surgical procedures.
VOLUNTEER KAISER PERMANENTE
June 2014Â - January 2015
Sold, ordered, sorted and priced goods. Provide hospital patients with free services as well as customer service. Closed shop and organized funds and inventory.
OUTPATIENT SURGICAL SUITE VOLUNTEER
08/2013-08/2015
Discharged patients and obtained patient records and medication. Assisted nurses and physicians in necessary patient care by scheduling appointments.
MY SKILL SET
What I Do
EXCELLENT VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
EXTREMELY ORGANIZED AND ATTENTIVE TO DETAILS
GREAT PATIENCE WITH CHILDREN AND EXPERIENCE IN SECONDARY EDUCATION TEACHING
"Believe you can and you're halfway there"