I'm a hybrid educator-tech professional who loves teaching web development, AI fundamentals, and beginner programming in inclusive classrooms. I design engaging, project-based STEAM lessons and I enjoy helping students build confidence in their technical skills. Fluent in English and Arabic, I strive to integrate technology to support diverse learners, collaborate with families and colleagues, and adapt instruction for students with varying needs.

Lamees Barbour

I'm a hybrid educator-tech professional who loves teaching web development, AI fundamentals, and beginner programming in inclusive classrooms. I design engaging, project-based STEAM lessons and I enjoy helping students build confidence in their technical skills. Fluent in English and Arabic, I strive to integrate technology to support diverse learners, collaborate with families and colleagues, and adapt instruction for students with varying needs.

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I’m a hybrid educator-tech professional who loves teaching web development, AI fundamentals, and beginner programming in inclusive classrooms. I design engaging, project-based STEAM lessons and I enjoy helping students build confidence in their technical skills.

Fluent in English and Arabic, I strive to integrate technology to support diverse learners, collaborate with families and colleagues, and adapt instruction for students with varying needs.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Teacher Assistant at Apollo Elementary School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Teacher Assistant for Special Education, supporting students ages 6-12 in Illinois MSD 63; assisted in classroom activities and behavior management.
Teacher Assistant at OPEN ARMS
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Teacher Assistant for kids aged between 4 to 5 years.
Secretary / Office Manager at Law Office
January 1, 2016 - April 2, 2016
Secretary/Office Manager in Amman.
Marketing at Future Energy Company
August 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Marketing role in Amman, coordinating campaigns and communications.
Instructor – Web Development, AI, Mobile Apps & Roblox at Jeel Code
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Taught web development, AI fundamentals, mobile app design, and Roblox programming. Developed curriculum and projects that engage learners and build coding confidence. Assisted students individually to foster growth in technical skills.
Teacher Assistant – Special Education at Apollo Elementary School, EMSD 63, Chicago, IL
August 1, 2023 - Present
Supported students aged 6–12 with special needs. Helped adapt lessons, managed small group sessions, and provided one-on-one support.
Teacher Assistant – Preschool (Ages 4–5) at OPEN ARMS, Chicago, IL
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Assisted lead teacher in class activities, preparing materials, and supervising play and learning.
Secretary / Office Manager at Law Office, Amman, Jordan
January 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016
Managed office operations, correspondence, and scheduling.
Marketing Associate at Future Energy Company, Amman, Jordan
August 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Assisted in marketing campaigns, client outreach, and market research.

Education

Languages/Teaching for Learning (English, Arabic) - Foundation Courses at Hashemite University
January 1, 2014 - December 28, 2025
Introduction to Data Analysis at IBM Skills Network
April 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Python for Everybody at University of Michigan
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
ECCE Credential Level 1 - Module 1: Child Development Overview at Illinois Professional Development System
February 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
ECCE Credential Level 1 - Module 2a: Health Issues for Group Care at Illinois Professional Development System
February 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
ECCE Credential Level 1 - Module 2b: Nutrition Issues for Group Care at Illinois Professional Development System
March 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Americans with Disabilities Act Overview (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Health Emergencies: Seizures (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Health Emergencies: Diabetes Awareness (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Health Emergencies: Asthma Awareness (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Sexual Harassment: Staff-to-Staff (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
General Ethics in the Workplace (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Cultural Competence and Racial Bias (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes (Full Course) at East Maine School District 63
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
CSAP (1,2,3) - Introduction to the Child Sexual Abuse Pandemic at Illinois Professional Development System
August 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems at Hashemite University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems at Hashemite University, Al Zarqa, Jordan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

ECCE Credential Level 1 - Module 1: Child Development Overview
February 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
ECCE Credential Level 1 - Module 2a: Health Issues for Group Care
February 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
ECCE Credential Level 1 - Module 2b: Nutrition Issues for Group Care
March 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Americans with Disabilities Act Overview
August 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Verbal Intervention (CPI)
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Foundations of Teaching
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Teaching Impact of Technology
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Speak English Professionally
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Introduction to Data Analysis
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Data-Driven Decisions
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Python Programming
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
ECE Credential Level 1
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
SIDS / Safe Sleep
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Mandated Reporter
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Food Handler Training
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Health Emergencies, ADA, Ethics, Cultural Competence, Sexual Harassment, and Child Safety
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Verbal Intervention (CPI)
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Foundations of Teaching (CET)
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Teaching Impact of Technology (UCSD)
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Speak English Professionally (Georgia Tech)
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Introduction to Data Analysis (IBM)
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Data-Driven Decisions (Google)
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
Python Programming (University of Michigan)
January 1, 2022 - December 28, 2025
ECE Credential Level 1 (IL PDS)
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
SIDS / Safe Sleep (IL PDS)
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Mandated Reporter (DCFS)
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Food Handler Training
January 1, 2023 - December 28, 2025
Health Emergencies, ADA, Ethics, Cultural Competence, Sexual Harassment, and Child Safety (School District Compliance)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Government, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization