AYA SOBH

Motivated and resourceful Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with over 6 years of experience in elementary and high school settings. Passionate about creating an engaging and effective learning environment for students. Skilled in collaborating with teachers, implementing personalized strategies, and boosting student achievement.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully boosted reading scores by 40% at Al Karamah School by creating interactive games and activities that incentivize students to read more.
• Proficient in classroom management, individualized support, and behavior guidance.
• Collaborative team player committed to student success.

• Teacher Assistant, Al Karamah School and Training Institute, 01/2019, 2023, I have been working at (Alkaramah School) since January 2019 till 2023 as a Haigh Level Teaching Assistant. Cooperate with colleagues to create clean interfaces and simple, intuitive interactions and experiences. Remained sensitive to students’ feelings while offering assistance with social skills. Assisted students with academic tasks while encouraging them to work independently. Assumed responsibility for students when Lead Teacher wasn’t in the classroom. Attended periodic training sessions to remain updated on education standards. Established effective communications with students Lead Teacher and parents. Maintained an updated inventory of classroom supplies and materials. Coordinated daily duties with the Lead Teacher. Facilitated individual and group instruction, activities, and projects. Consulted with the teacher on assessments, strategies, and planning. Assumed responsibility for students when Lead Teacher wasn’t in the classroom. Attended periodic training sessions to remain updated on education standards. Able to take responsibility and lead the classrooms supporting students with autism under the guidance of Senior Teachers. I have covered the classroom for 3 months when the teacher was absent as I’m ready to lead the classroom anytime. Providing clear transition plans for students and stakeholders. Providing support for students both academically and personally where necessary, like following them during the school day and helping them. Able to lead the sensory circuit sessions. Able to Conduct regular student assessments to determine and track students’ progress. Able to Development of innovative and stimulating student curricula, in line with student developmental and skill acquisition goals. Implementing the school’s student safeguarding policies and liaising with the designated safeguarding lead in such matters, as well as assuming a shared responsibility for student’s safety and wellbeing. Set up stations and prepared special materials. Able to cooperate with the Therapy Team to implement the best strategies for students. implementing the IEP's and BPSB's with each student individually. - being ONE OF THE THERAPY CHAMPIONS at Al-Karamah school which allows me to understand and implement more therapy related strategies. Cooperate with colleagues to create clean interfaces and simple, intuitive interactions and experiences. Remained sensitive to students’ feelings while offering assistance with social skills. Assisted students with academic tasks while encouraging them to work independently. Established effective communications with students Lead Teacher and parents. Maintained an updated inventory of classroom supplies and materials. Assisted the teacher in all aspects of lesson planning and delivery. Participated in parent-teacher conferences, faculty meetings, and workshops as I was responsible for the translation during the parents meeting and shared input. Supervised the students during breaks and field trips. Maintained the classroom and nearby areas in line with the Health and Safety Department Policy. Attended to each task and all interactions in a positive, helpful manner. Coordinated daily duties with the Lead Teacher. Highly Efficient, confident, and persuasive team player, able to motivate and communicate to achieve exceptional business performance.
• Volunteer with POD, 2012, 2014, A major volunteer in the field of people of determination. Coordinated Special Needs Trainer in Volunteers Abu-Dhabi (VIAD) from January 2012 to May 2014. Assisted the teacher in all aspects of lesson planning and delivery. Facilitated individual and group instruction, activities, and projects. Consulted with the teacher on assessments, strategies, and planning. Participated in parent-teacher conferences, faculty meetings, and workshops. Supervised the students during breaks and field trips. Set up stations and prepared special materials. Maintained the classroom and nearby areas. Attended to each task and all interactions in a positive, helpful manner.

• Abu Dhabi University EDU 2030 – Education for ALL: Inclusive and Special Education Perspective Professional Development Certificate, 12/05/2021, 12/08/2021
• Course in first aid facing emergencies from the international cultural foundation for training
• Communication Skills course
• (Safeguarding) Child Protection for International Schools TES