AGNES AKANKUNDA
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Teacher with strong classroom management and organisational skills. Supports faculty with administrative tasks. Monitors supply use and keeps records current and accurate.
Adaptable student committed to academic progress and development. Eager to bring instructional prowess to deliver hands-on classroom support. Collaborative communicator with proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Teacher/ Head of Assistants
Apple Field Nursery
Abu Dhabi
08.2024 - 12.2025
- I worked with the lead teacher to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment, often involving play-based activities.
- I help keep the classroom tidy and conducive to learning, ensuring toys, materials, and learning areas are organized.
- I assisted in preparing materials for activities, ensuring everything is readily available for lessons.
- I contributed to creating a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere, helping to manage behavior and promote positive interactions among children.
- I actively supervised children during playtime, meals, and other activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- I helped children with basic hygiene needs, such as hand washing, and may assist with feeding, toileting, and naptimes.
- I closely observed children's behavior, development, and interactions, reporting any concerns or notable observations to the lead teacher.
- I assisted with maintaining records of children's activities, progress, and any notable incidents.
- I provided extra support to children with special needs, helping them participate in activities and reach their learning goals.
- I adhered to health and safety guidelines to ensure a secure environment for all children.
Classroom Teacher
Bright Horizon Nursery
Abu Dhabi
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Identify, assess, support, monitor and evaluate students' specific learning needs and ensure proper methods are adopted to address the needs.
- Planning one's role in the lessons, supervising and facilitating individual student support, and providing informal feedback on student progress and achievement.
- Created weekly plans with the guide of EFYS and Montessori curriculum that is conducive to learning.
- Ensure the classroom is kept neat, clean, and fresh a place that inspires learning and stimulates curiosity.
- Plans and supervises child-initiated and adult-led activities which are based on the needs and interests of each child.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop classroom policies, management strategies and discipline methods.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Behavioural Analyst (ASD/ADHD) / ABA therapist
Alahaliya Private School
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Identify, assess, support, monitor, and evaluate students' specific learning needs and ensure proper methods are adopted to address the needs.
- Planning one's role in the lessons, supervising and facilitating individual support for the students, and providing informal feedback on student progress and achievement.
- Created weekly plans with the guide of EFYS and Montessori curriculum that is conducive to learning.
- Ensure the classroom is kept neat, clean, and fresh a place that inspires learning and stimulates curiosity.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline methods.
- Plans and supervises child-initiated and adult-led activities which are based on the needs and interests of each child.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Utilized DTT to teach new skills, through structured, one-on-one teaching sessions also with the aid of the Communication Boards Design and implemented functional communication systems, such as Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS) or assistive technology devices, to support students in expressing their needs and engaging in social interaction.
Classroom Teacher
Luigi Giussani Pre-Primary and Primary School
Kireka
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Planned and organized classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experiences.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development.
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
Primary Teacher Little Angles
Mbarara
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Planned and arranged classrooms effectively, consistently promoting the inclusion of equal access to learning and development opportunities.
- Assessed students' motor, language and emotional skills through appropriate developmental screenings.
- Assisted students to reach social development milestones.
- Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents, working collaboratively to achieve exam success.
- Performed administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments and maintaining student records.
- Provided creative, fun arts and design projects to develop self-expression.
- Utilized tested behavior management techniques to operate a positive, productive learning environment.
- Carefully monitored child progress, keeping updated records to ensure continued development.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda 08.2017 - 11.2020
Certificate - Primary Teacher Education
Kyambogo University
Bushenyi, Uganda 01.2015 - 12.2016
Skills
- Physical education
- Team collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Behavior management
- Computer Skills
- Time Management
- Verbal and Communication Skills
- Cross-curricular teaching
- Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
- Social Activity Programs
- Student Engagement techniques
- Differentiated instruction
- Special Education Support
- Knowledge of EYFS curriculum
- Classroom management Support
Certification
- CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION (5th July 2024) Autism Pathway Training Institute, UAE
- CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA) Impact4success training institute, UAE (Feb 2024)
- ADEK APPROVAL
- FIRST AID CERTIFICATE
- CHILD PROTECTION CERTIFICATE
- FIRE SAFETY RISK ASSESSMENT AFAQ AL MUSTAQBAL TRAINING. ABUDHABI, UAE
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent 100%
Arabic - Intermediate
REFERENCES
Available upon your request.
HOBBIES
Singing, Reading Novels
Timeline
Assistant Teacher/ Head of Assistants
Apple Field Nursery
08.2024 - 12.2025
Classroom Teacher
Bright Horizon Nursery
03.2022 - 07.2024
Behavioural Analyst (ASD/ADHD) / ABA therapist
Alahaliya Private School
11.2021 - 02.2022
Classroom Teacher
Luigi Giussani Pre-Primary and Primary School
04.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Makerere University
08.2017 - 11.2020
Primary Teacher Little Angles
02.2016 - 02.2018
Certificate - Primary Teacher Education
Kyambogo University
01.2015 - 12.2016