Annabelle Balong B.
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Inclusion Educator with 9 years of experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs and students in mainstream settings. Experienced in developing individualized learning strategies, behaviour intervention plans, multisensory teaching approaches, and differentiated activities to support diverse learning needs.
Skilled in supporting students with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, sensory processing needs, and behavioural challenges. Experienced in collaborating with teachers, parents, therapists, and school leadership to promote an inclusive, structured, and supportive learning environment. Committed to helping every learner develop academically, socially, emotionally, and independently.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
2029
2029
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
INCLUSION EDUCATOR / INCLUSION ASSISTANT
Al Riyadh Charter School
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2024.01 - Current
- Provide individualized and small-group learning support to students with diverse educational needs.
- Support students with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, sensory processing needs, and behavioural challenges .
- Implement behaviour intervention strategies and positive behaviour support approaches to promote engagement and independence.
- Adapt and differentiate learning activities according to students' individual abilities, needs, and learning profiles.
- Develop and use visual supports, structured learning resources, and multisensory activities to improve student understanding and participation.
- Collaborate closely with classroom teachers and the inclusion team to support student progress and successful participation in mainstream learning.
- Monitor students' academic, behavioural, social, and emotional development.
- Support students in developing independence, communication, social interaction, and self-regulation skills.
- Assist in creating a structured, predictable, and inclusive learning environment.
- Strengthened student comprehension for increased academic success by introducing unique learning strategies.
SHADOW TEACHER /LEAD SHADOW TEACHER
Mirdif American School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2019.02 - 2023.12
- Provided individualized support to students in inclusion and mainstream educational settings.
- Delivered specialized behaviour intervention and multisensory learning support based on individual student needs.
- Applied ABA principles and positive behaviour strategies to support student engagement and positive behavioural outcomes.
- Developed differentiated and modified learning activities to support academic progress.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure consistency in student support.
- Supported and guided colleagues in the use of ABA strategies and differentiated teaching approaches.
- Promoted student independence and meaningful participation in classroom and school activities.
PRIVATE TEACHER / HOME-BASED ABA THERAPIST
Mr. Ismail Alzarooni
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2016.08 - 2018.02
- Delivered individualized academic and behavioural intervention programmes for students with diverse learning needs.
- Applied ABA strategies to support positive behaviour, communication, social interaction, and independence.
- Designed structured and engaging learning activities based on individual strengths and areas for development.
- Used visual and multisensory strategies to improve understanding and participation.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted intervention strategies when required.
- Communicated regularly with parents and relevant professionals regarding student progress and support strategies.
- Prepared comprehensive study materials for better understanding of difficult topics.
- Utilised technology efficiently in lessons, making education more interactive and fun for students.
- Boosted student confidence with praise and constructive feedback.
- Developed critical thinking skills in pupils through interactive discussions.
- Tracked student progress through regular assessments, promptly addressing knowledge and skills gaps.
Kindergarten Teacher
CICOSAT
La Union, Philipppines
2010.06 - 2012.03
- Planned and delivered engaging, developmentally appropriate, and play-based lessons.
Developed lesson plans aligned with the Philippine K–12 Curriculum and school requirements.
Taught early literacy, numeracy, communication, science, arts, and social-emotional skills.
Created a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
Prepared instructional materials, visual aids, worksheets, games, and other learning resources.
Assessed and monitored students' academic, social, behavioral, and developmental progress.
Identified individual learning needs and provided differentiated support and activities.
Implemented positive classroom management strategies and structured daily routines.
Encouraged communication, independence, confidence, cooperation, and positive social skills.
Communicated with parents and collaborated with colleagues regarding student progress and school activities.
Ensured students' safety, wellbeing, and proper supervision at all times.
School Chief Librarian / College Professor
Oasis Educational Foundation
La Union, Philipppines
2006.03 - 2007.10
- Managed and supervised the overall operations, programs, and staff of the school library.
- Developed and maintained library collections, including books, digital resources, and reference materials.
- Managed library budgets, acquisitions, inventory, cataloguing, and classification of resources.
- Assisted students and faculty with research, reference services, and effective use of library resources.
- Conducted library orientations and promoted information literacy and reading programs.
- Planned and delivered college-level lectures and learning activities.
- Prepared course materials, assessments, and evaluated students' academic performance.
- Provided academic guidance and mentoring to college students.
- Participated in curriculum development, faculty meetings, and school programs.
- Collaborated with faculty and administration to support academic and institutional goals.
- Established a feedback system that allowed us to respond promptly to users' concerns or suggestions.
- Enhanced user experience with regular updates and maintenance of the library database.
- Improved library operations by implementing effective cataloguing and classification systems.
- Planned educational events to promote reading culture amongst community members.
- Introduced digital resources, enhancing library services.
- Handled budget planning and allocation tasks, ensuring efficient financial management within the establishment.
- Managed reserve desk collection of reference materials.
- Streamlined acquisition process, ensuring timely availability of new publications.
Education
Master of Special Education - Learner Developmental Needs
Saint Paul University Manila
Philippines 2024.12 - 2026.07
Bachelor of Education - BSed ( Major in Library Science )
Uninion Christian College
Philippines 2001.06 - 2005.03
Diploma - Special Education Needs
Cambridge Training College Britain
United Arab Emirates Skills
- Inclusive Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behaviour Intervention
- Positive Behaviour Support
- ABA Strategies
- Sensory Intervention
- Academic Intervention
- Multisensory Teaching
- Collaboration
- Student Wellbeing
- Teamwork
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & CORE COMPETENCIES
- Inclusive Education & SEN Support
- Intervention and Support for Complex and Challenging Behaviours
- Behaviour Intervention and Positive Behaviour Support
- Sensory Needs Assessment and Sensory-Based Intervention Strategies
- Academic Intervention and Individualized Learning Support
- Learner-Centred and Differentiated Instruction
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Strategies
- Multisensory Teaching and Intervention Approaches
- Support for Learners with ASD, ADHD, Learning Difficulties and Diverse Developmental Needs
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Implementation and Targeted Intervention
- Small-Group and 1:1 Intensive Support
- Classroom Adaptation and Learning Modifications
- Social, Emotional and Independence Skills Development
- Student Progress Monitoring and Documentation
- Collaboration with Teachers, Parents and Multidisciplinary Teams
- Safeguarding, Student Wellbeing and Inclusive Practice
- Educational Resource Development and Visual Learning Supports
- Strong Communication, Teamwork, Adaptability and Problem-Solving
SPECIALIST INTERVENTION SKILLS
- Behavioural Intervention – Supporting learners with complex and challenging behaviours through structured, proactive, and positive behaviour strategies.
- Sensory Intervention – Supporting sensory regulation and participation through individualized sensory strategies and environmental adaptations.
- Academic Intervention – Delivering targeted, differentiated, and multisensory interventions to address individual learning gaps and developmental needs.
Certification
- Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT)
- International Behaviour Therapist (IBT)
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Training
- Applied Behaviour Analysis Technician (ABAT)
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Training
- Behaviour Intervention Training
- Multisensory Intervention Training
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Elementary
Tagalog
Native
Affiliations
- Arts and Crafts
- Classroom and Event Decoration
- Creating Educational Resources and Learning Materials
- DIY and Creative Projects
- Designing Visual Learning Supports
- Exploring Creative and Multisensory Activities
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & SAFEGUARDING TRAINING
- The Use of Reasonable Force and Restrictive Interventions in Schools — July 2026
- Preventing Bullying for International Schools — July 2026
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) — July 2026
- A Guide to International Data Protection: Education — July 2026
- Child-on-Child Abuse for International Schools — July 2026
- Child Protection for International Schools — July 2026
- Understanding the Role of the Safeguarding Lead for International Schools — May 2026
- Artificial Intelligence and Safeguarding: Understanding the Impact on Children — May 2026
- Safeguarding Young People for International Schools — May 2026
- Reflective Safeguarding Practice for International Schools — May 2026
- Safer Recruitment in Education for International Schools — May 2026
- First Aid Essentials for International Schools — August 2025
- Child Protection Refresher 2025 (Archived) — August 2025
Timeline
Master of Special Education - Learner Developmental Needs
Saint Paul University Manila
2024.12 - 2026.07
INCLUSION EDUCATOR / INCLUSION ASSISTANT
Al Riyadh Charter School
2024.01 - Current
SHADOW TEACHER /LEAD SHADOW TEACHER
Mirdif American School
2019.02 - 2023.12
PRIVATE TEACHER / HOME-BASED ABA THERAPIST
Mr. Ismail Alzarooni
2016.08 - 2018.02
Kindergarten Teacher
CICOSAT
2010.06 - 2012.03
School Chief Librarian / College Professor
Oasis Educational Foundation
2006.03 - 2007.10
Bachelor of Education - BSed ( Major in Library Science )
Uninion Christian College
2001.06 - 2005.03
Diploma - Special Education Needs
Cambridge Training College Britain
Reference
Will be provided upon reguest.