· Superior proficiency in Arabic (extensive experience with Modern Standard Arabic, Levantine and North African dialects).
· Extensive experience teaching Arabic, French and English at various levels.
· Extensive experience living, working, and studying in the Arab world.

· M.A. (Arabic Studies), University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX (2012)
(Thesis: Dialects in the Arabic Classroom: A Pedagogical Survey of Arabic Language Learners)
· Center for Arabic Study Abroad (CASA), University of Damascus, Syria (2010-11)
· B.A. (French Studies), Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY (2007) (GPA 3.75)
· La Sorbonne (Paris IV), Paris, France (2005-06)
· Arabic Language Institute in Fez, Morocco (Summer 2005)

Lecturer in Arabic (August 2012-present)

Department of Modern Languages, University of New Haven, West Haven, CT

· Teach intensive Arabic courses to UNH students incorporating Modern Standard and Colloquial Egyptian Arabic.
· Work with faculty and administrators to craft programs to suit the specific needs and goals of the UNH student body.
· Devise and implement a diverse program of cultural activities for students of Arabic, including language tables, film screenings, and informal talks with native speakers.

 

Arabic Instructor (2012)

STARTALK/United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD

· Taught intensive Arabic classes to US Navy midshipmen and local students.
· Incorporated STARTALK guidelines and best practices into curricula.
· Led students on a diverse program of extracurricular cultural events.

 

Arabic Language Teaching Assistant (2009-2012)

Arabic Flagship Program, University of Texas-Austin, Austin, TX

· Taught intensive Arabic courses to UT-Austin students.
· Lead auxiliary discussion classes with a focus on Arabic speaking skills.
· Collaborated with faculty on curriculum design and lesson plan development.
· Met regularly with students to discuss and address their individual needs.

 

French Tutor (2007)

Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY

· Designed and taught an intensive curriculum covering all aspects of French grammar.
· Worked closely with beginning French students to enable them to achieve their individual language-learning goals.
· Ensured that beginning students were qualified for summer study-abroad programs.

 

ESL Instructor (2006-07)

Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY

· Led English classes for small groups of students, with an emphasis on preparation for TOEFL examinations and college-level coursework.
· Tutored students on a one-on-one basis, and adapted tutoring sessions to suit individual students’ needs.

 Study Abroad Coordinator (2011)

Legacy International/NSLI-Y/CLS-Bridges, Rabat, Morocco

· Lead a group of US high school students throughout Morocco in a program emphasizing linguistic and cultural immersion.
· Worked with local teaching staff and administrators to facilitate students’ progress.
· Assisted program participants with language coursework.
· Mentored program participants through the process of cultural adjustment.

 

President, Middle Eastern Studies Student Graduate Assocation (2009-10)

University of Texas-Austin, Austin, TX

· Developed an extensive database of professional contacts for UT-Austin students.
· Organized a year-round series of professional development workshops featuring speakers from a variety of government agencies, including the US State Department.
· Arranged a series of round-tables between UT-Austin students, faculty and staff focusing on grant-writing and CV development.

 

Study Abroad Administrative Assistant (2009)

Bard College Summer Language Intensive, Fez, Morocco

· Monitored and responded to students’ feedback in order to maximize their academic and cultural experiences, including homestay experiences and language coursework.
· Managed and assisted faculty with planning and execution of Bard College’s intensive Arabic program, including cultural field trips, overnight excursions, and homestays.
· Served as an emergency contact for students regarding health and safety issues, and visited students at their homestays to ensure their comfort and well-being.

 

Director of Program Operations (2007-08)

Subul Assalam Centre for the Arabic Language, Fez, Morocco

· Designed and updated curricula in Modern Standard Arabic, Colloquial Moroccan Arabic, Moroccan Culture and Islamic Studies.
· Developed a diverse program of cultural activities and volunteer opportunities that offered students direct involvement with the Moroccan community.
· Advised incoming students on course selection, homestays, and cultural issues.
· Communicated with high school and college students to craft academic programs and cultural activities suited to their particular needs and interests.

· Center for Arabic Study Abroad, Full-Year Program Fellow (Damascus, 2010-11)
· Bard College Book Award for Excellence in Language Learning, (2004-05)

· American Association of Teachers of Arabic (AATA)
· Middle East Studies Association of North America (MESA)