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Abigail Yemi Olagoke
Abu Dhabi
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Tony Robbins
Summary
An attentive, supportive, and reliable educator who is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of learners, nurturing, and building the ‘whole’ child with over 7 years of experience in delivering educational instruction and assistance in school settings, spanning from the preschool settings and extensive background of working with young people. Utilizes the learners’ feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address their strengths and weaknesses.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Amity International School, Abu Dhabi (Parent Sponsored}Abu Dhabi
Learming Support Assistant
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborates with teachers, parents, SENCO head, and other professionals to create a supportive learning environment.
- Implements behavior management techniques to address pupil's challenging behaviour such as positive reinforcement, clear expectations, and consequences to promote positive conduct and self-regulation.
- Foster positive behaviour and emotional regulation. Teaches and models healthy coping mechanisms such as deep breathing exercises, mindfulness techniques, and positive self-talk. I encourage appropriate social interactions and conflict resolution skills to help the student navigate challenging situations with peers and authority figures.
- Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) and on field trips for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
- Provides instruction to the student in a variety of individual and group activities (academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring the child's success in school.
- Provide one-on-one support during class activities to help the child stay focused and engaged. Break down tasks into smaller steps and use visual aids to enhance his understanding of the lessons.
- Reports observations and incidents of student (academic progress, accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate certified and/or administrative personnel.
- Responds to emergency situations (injured student, fights, safety drills, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Helps the learner develop organizational skills and time management strategies to improve the child's ability to complete tasks and assignments on time.
- Communicates regularly with parents, teachers, and other support staff to share updates and insights on the child's progress and challenges.
- Implements de-escalation techniques: tries as much as possible to avoid a power struggle and escalation of behavior between myself and the child and also among peers and ensure the safety of the child and others in the classroom.
- Keeps track of the child's academic and behavioral progress, documenting any improvements or challenges. Thus, use the data to make informed decisions about the child's support strategies.
- Adopting emotional regulation; takes the child out of the classroom for a break whenever the pupil feels tired, bored, or disruptive in the classroom.
- Provides consistent structure and organization throughout the day, which includes developing a schedule and helping them prioritize and manage their time effectively. I also work on building their focus and attention skills through targeted activities and gentle reminders.
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi {Parent Sponsored}Abu Dhabi
Inclusion Assistant
04.2022 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Followed through with the laid down individual plan and targets in order to meet them.
- Adopted differentiated strategies in order to enable access to the curriculum and motivate the pupil to engage in schoolwork and social interaction with peers.
- Made use of visual aids to enhance learning and routine cards to inform child’s expectations and for expression.
- Created activities and play to develop the pupil’s language and literacy skills.
- Monitored the child's social, academic, and behavioural progress.
- Assisted in promoting the learning and personal development of pupils.
- Rendered personal care (changed clothes for swimming) and monitors the child to ensure safety.
- Communicated clearly and simply with the child to avoid distress while learning.
- Encouraged pupil independence, self-confidence, social inclusion, and physical development.
- Positively interacted with the parents, carer, speech therapist, teacher, and other specialists about the child’s progress and my own concern about the child.
- Attends meetings of OT & ST-occupational therapist and speech therapy sessions and trainings.
The British International School, Abu Dhabi. A Nord Anglia Education SchoolAbu Dhabi
Student Support Assistant
08.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Studied and implemented the latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by the class teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Provided guidance, educational and emotional support to individuals and groups of learners with prompting, scaffolding, and modeling.
- Identified students’ strengths and weaknesses, helping with academic needs; explaining topics students do not understand, rendering spelling assistance, and translating difficult concepts to mother tongue language for ESL students.
- Attends departmental meetings.
- Aids appropriate behaviors and acceptable social skills.
- Adopted Learning Village resources to support EAL.
- Assisted teachers in their classroom activities and tidying up.
- Assisted teacher in taking morning registration with ISAMS and supervised the class for silent reading.
- Assisted in assessing students' reading levels or capacities through evaluation and assessment.
Armorsville AcademyAbuja
Social Studies & Civic Studies Teacher {Grade 3}
08.2017 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Created a favorable learning environment by ensuring that all students feel safe, confident, valued, and respected.
- Prepared lesson and instructional materials/resources prior to teaching.
- Instructed students on concepts such as culture, social structure, marriage, family and kingship, types of government, social structure, and constitutions.
- Identified and developed resources to meet students’ diverse and individualized learning needs.
- Evaluated learners’ classwork and homework.
- Advised the students in matters related to academics, attendance, and /or behaviour.
- Promoted and supported students’ achievements
- Liaised with administrators and parents to ensure a smooth flow of teaching, learning, and assessment.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into the curriculum.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Glorious Heritage International SchoolIle-Ife
English Teacher {Grade 7 & 11}
01.2013 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Reinforced students positively and involved them in fun activities, peer learning, role-playing, debates, drama, group discussion, and other activities to boost their social, interpersonal, and communication skills and creativity.
- Encouraged students to speak English more often in order for them to master the use of the language.
- Conducted remedial classes for weaker students so they could cash up with the class-learning pace.
- Developed pupil literacy through positive encouragement in reading exercises for continued progress.
- Monitored physical and emotional child’s development, logged individual progress, and communicated with parents and the head of the department.
- Managed students’ behavior in the classroom by utilizing approved disciplinary procedures.
Royal School of Therapy Education,Abuja
Shadow Teacher
12.2010 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Provided physical, academic, and emotional support to the learners daily.
- Prepared and established effective communication and organized learners for learning.
- Supervised students inside and outside of the classroom (cafeteria, playground, etc.)
- Established effective communication with students, lead teacher, and parents.
- Maintained an updated inventory of classroom supplies.
- Made the classroom environment attractive and welcoming to all students by fixing beautiful educational fittings that aid learning
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Assisted with personal care such as toileting, diaper change, and feeding.
Education
Arabian Child Instititute, Dubai, UAE
NCFE CACHE LEVEL 3 from Diploma For Early Year Workforce
2023
National Academy Institute, Dubai, UAE
Diploma from Special Educational Needs
09.2022
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
Master of Science from Sociology And Anthropology
08.2018
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, NG
Bachelor of Science from Sociology And Anthropology
11.2010
School of Science, Ondo Road, Ile Ife, NG
Senior Secondary Certificate
07.2004
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Patience
- Behavior Management
- Patience
- Safeguarding
- Autism familiarity
- Student Monitoring
- Games and activities
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Behavior improvements
- Activity Planning
- Classroom management
- Educational assistance
- IEP development & compliance
Accomplishments
- Implemented an individualized educational plan for students with unique needs.
- Established a reward system to manage inappropriate behavior classroom.
- designed and led activities to be both fun and educational for learners.
- Examiner at West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) 2013.
Certification
- CPR, AED & FIRST AID-2023
- ABA CERTIFIED ( Applied Behavior Analysis), UAE- 2021
- CARE CERTIFICATE (STANDARDS 1 TO 15)
- FIRST AID CERTIFIED ( Child Choking)- 2020
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Certificate-2021
- cyber Security Course- 2021
- Guide to Reopening Nurseries and Childcare Centre ( Sharjah Private Education Authority)-2020
- TRCN( Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria)Nigeria Teaching License
- Project Management Professional(Certified)-2012
- Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria (ISMN)(Associate Member)-2011
- Informed Consent Certified -2020
- TEFL/ESL Certification - 2023
Additional Information
UAE Driving License
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Timeline
Learming Support Assistant
Amity International School, Abu Dhabi (Parent Sponsored}
09.2022 - Current
Inclusion Assistant
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi {Parent Sponsored}
04.2022 - 07.2022
Student Support Assistant
The British International School, Abu Dhabi. A Nord Anglia Education School
08.2021 - 04.2022
Social Studies & Civic Studies Teacher {Grade 3}
Armorsville Academy
08.2017 - 09.2019
English Teacher {Grade 7 & 11}
Glorious Heritage International School
01.2013 - 04.2014
Shadow Teacher
Royal School of Therapy Education,
12.2010 - 12.2012
Arabian Child Instititute
NCFE CACHE LEVEL 3 from Diploma For Early Year Workforce
National Academy Institute
Diploma from Special Educational Needs
Obafemi Awolowo University
Master of Science from Sociology And Anthropology
Obafemi Awolowo University
Bachelor of Science from Sociology And Anthropology
School of Science
Senior Secondary Certificate
- CPR, AED & FIRST AID-2023
- ABA CERTIFIED ( Applied Behavior Analysis), UAE- 2021
- RBT( Registered Behavior Technician- Ongoing
- FIRST AID CERTIFIED ( Child Choking)- 2020
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Certificate-2021
- cyber Security Course- 2021
- Guide to Reopening Nurseries and Childcare Centre ( Sharjah Private Education Authority)-2020
- TRCN( Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria)Nigeria Teaching License
- Project Management Professional(Certified)-2012
- Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria (ISMN)(Associate Member)-2011
- Informed Consent Certified -2020
- ESL/TEFL Certification-Ongoing
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