Tawfeeq Abu-Zaynab is applying for a position as an ESL instructor. He has over 20 years of experience teaching both children and adults in classroom and prison settings. He believes his combination of teaching experience and classroom management skills make him an excellent candidate for the position. He has included his resume providing further details of his qualifications and experience developing curricula and lesson plans.

1. Tawfeeq Abu-Zaynab
2312 S.Hemberger St.
Philadelphia, PA 19145
267-880-8652
tawfeeqherbalist@gmail.com
December31, 2015
Director of Personnel
I am applying for a position with your organization. It would be an excellent
career opportunity if selected to join your teaching team. I have become
acquainted with both the elementary and middle school environment with my
teaching background. I believe my combination of business experience and
classroom management is an excellent match for the position you are seeking. I
am a dedicated teacher eager to resume full-time teaching career as an ESL
instructor. I offer a proven track record of commended performance teaching
children and adults, with a passion for education and a commitment to optimizing
student and school success. Enclosed is a copy of my resume with additional
information about my qualifications. Thank you very much for your
consideration. I look forward to receiving your reply.
Sincerely,
Tawfeeq Abu- Zaynab

2. Tawfeeq Abu-Zaynab
2830 W. Clementine St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
267-880-8652
215-225-4604
abuzzaynab1@yahoo.com
Objective
To obtain a challenging career, utilizing objectives through my experience with the
opportunity for professional growth.
Skills
Classroom Management, Creative Lesson Planning,
Technology Integration, Multidisciplinary Lesson Plans, Student Motivation,
Curriculum development, Instructional Best-Practices, Learner assessment,
Experiential learning
Proficient with Microsoft Word
Internet Explorer
Self starter, Quick learner
Education
A student of massage therapist
Norwood English 2003
TEFL Certificate
Norwood English
“Tawfeeq Abu-Zaynab produced work of high quality during this
course. He has a good attitude and mature personality. He is self-
aware and determined. He is sympathetic to the needs of language
students and the problems they face. He offers intelligent solutions to
those problems.
We commend him to you.”

3. Web: http://www.NorwoodEnglish.com
Tel: +35350256325
Mobile: 0879410148
Email: info@norwoodenglish.com
Fax: +44870-138-6361
Experience
June 1989
A volunteer in Philadelphia Prisons
Responsibilities: Taught ta’leem classes and weekly khutbah
Jan 1995-Dec 2000
Masjid Sunnatin Nabawiyyah
Arabic & Islalmic Studies Teacher
Responsibilities: Taught English, Social Studies, and Arabic to grades 6-8,
responsible for curriculum development, innovative lesson plans, and
behavioral management.
Dec 2004-Mar 2005
Daarul Hadeeth Wal Athar
Literature/Audio Translator (Arabic to English) and Imam
Responsibilities: Taught three classes weekly and delivered Jumu’ah khutbah, Translated
Arabic lectures into English.
A volunteer in Philadelphia County Prisons
Responsibilities: Taught ta’leem classes and weekly khutbah
Jan 2006-Mar 2006
The American Office of English Preparation
ESL Teacher
Responsibilities: Developed innovative approaches that were held as the model
standard for meeting district goals in areas including technology integration
across the curriculum, experiential learning, literacy and diversity. Taught
general education for students and individuals with learning challenges within
a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom.

4. Jan 2006-Mar 2006
Yemeni High British Institute
ESL Teacher
Responsibilities: Served on school committees and taskforces, focused on
curriculum development and textbook review. Taught general education for
students and individuals with learning challenges within a mainstreamed,
inclusive classroom Consistently commended for ability to redirect students
exhibiting behavior problems by replacing disruptive, unproductive patterns with
positive behaviors.
Feb 2007-Feb 2008
Al-Gemah Institute for English Language Teacher
Language Teacher
Responsibilities: Earned high marks for the quality of classroom teaching, lesson
plans, and instructional materials used in teaching. Taught general
education for students and individuals with learning challenges within a
mainstreamed, inclusive classroom Consistently commended for ability to
redirect students exhibiting behavior problems by replacing disruptive,
unproductive patterns with positive behaviors
Feb 2008-Feb 2011
Exceed Institute
ESL Teacher
Responsiblities: Make lesson plans, game competition, student presentations, level
3rd
grade to College level students, beginners to advanced level ESL
students Taught general education for students and individuals with learning
challenges within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom. Consistently
commended for ability to redirect students exhibiting behavior problems by
replacing disruptive, unproductive patterns with positive behaviors
Aug 2011
Markazul Bayaan
Arabic & Islamic Studies Teacher

5. Responsibilities: Taught English, Social Studies, and Arabic to grades 5-8,
responsible for curriculum development, innovative lesson plans, and
behavioral management.
Aug 2012-2015
Philadelphia County Prisons
Responsibilities: Taught one class a week and gave the weekly Khutbah
Imaam at Masjid Bin Baaz
Responsibilities: Taught classes five times a week and marriage counseling

6. Responsibilities: Taught English, Social Studies, and Arabic to grades 5-8,
responsible for curriculum development, innovative lesson plans, and
behavioral management.
Aug 2012-2015
Philadelphia County Prisons
Responsibilities: Taught one class a week and gave the weekly Khutbah
Imaam at Masjid Bin Baaz
Responsibilities: Taught classes five times a week and marriage counseling