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Samina Ahmed

@saminaahmed

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Educator and instructional designer creating inclusive, standards-aligned curriculum.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles designing inclusive, standards-aligned curriculum where I can lead content development, apply instructional design and editorial skills, collaborate with SMEs, and use digital/AI tools to improve learning outcomes.

I am an educator, curriculum designer, and content developer with over five years crafting student-centered learning materials across print and digital platforms.

I combine editorial precision with instructional design expertise to produce cohesive, pedagogically sound, and visually consistent educational products aligned to standards like CCSS ELA/ELP and Title III objectives.

I have led content planning and version control, collaborated with SMEs and cross-functional teams, and trained colleagues on accessibility, UDL principles, and consistent pedagogical standards while delivering remote and in-person instruction.

I also publish feature writing, use AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline development workflows, and bring bilingual (English/French) communication and strong stakeholder collaboration to curriculum projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Writer & Consultant

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Self Employed

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 11 months)

Authored published essays and feature articles for literary and outdoor publications, managing end-to-end story production and collaborating with editors to refine structure and audience engagement.

Feature Writing Editing Interviewing Research Content Production Collaboration

Language & Literacy Teacher

Bridge Charter Academy

Jan 2020 - Jan 2025 (5 years)

Delivered live and asynchronous ELA and ELD instruction in remote settings, applying differentiated strategies and accessibility practices to engage diverse learners and maintain high participation.

Remote Teaching Lesson planning Assessment Design ESOL Strategies Classroom Management

Growth Specialist

Bridge Charter Academy

Jan 2020 - Jan 2025 (5 years)

Designed cohesive instructional experiences connecting print resources, Canvas modules, formative assessments, and digital media to improve instructional consistency and measurable learning outcomes.

Curriculum Development Digital Courseware Google Docs

Title III Coordinator

Bridge Charter Academy

Jan 2020 - Jan 2025 (5 years)

Directed creation of ELA and English Language Development materials for grades 6–12, aligning curriculum to CCSS ELA/ELP and Title III objectives while managing versioning and stakeholder review cycles.

Instructional Design Curriculum Mapping Accessibility UDL Assessment Writing Version Control

Substitute Teacher

High Desert Education Service District

Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)

Delivered instruction across multiple districts and disciplines, adapting materials to ensure comprehension for diverse learners and maintaining alignment with state standards.

Classroom Instruction Lesson Adaptation Standards Alignment Classroom Management Cross District Coordination Accessibility

Student Teaching Intern

Franklin High School

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)

Developed and implemented ELA and ELD curriculum and assessments for grades 9–12 and collaborated with supervising teachers to evaluate instructional materials for rigor and clarity.

Curriculum Development Assessment Design ELD Strategies Lesson planning Collaboration