Chidimma Ebubechukwu Nwankwo
Dubai
Summary
Dedicated early childhood education professional with expertise in EYFS, IB PYP, and play-based learning. Skilled in inclusive education and SEN support, child observation and assessment, and maintaining comprehensive learning journals using platforms like Toddle and Seesaw. Proficient in phonics and early literacy development, fostering strong parent partnerships, and ensuring safeguarding and child protection. Certified in first aid with a proven track record in staff mentoring, effective classroom management, and display coordination. Committed to nurturing a supportive learning environment that promotes holistic child development.
Overview
1
1
Language
8
8
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant | Display Coordinator | Volunteer TA Lead
Fairgreen International School
Dubai
2019.07 - Current
- Support learning, wellbeing and participation for approximately 20 children in inclusive IB PYP classroom, including children with additional learning needs.
- Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group support in early literacy, phonics, numeracy and play-based learning under class teacher’s direction.
- Observe children’s learning and contribute to formative assessment, EYFS documentation and learning journals using Toddle and Seesaw.
- Build positive parent partnerships by sharing relevant learning updates and supporting consistent home-school communication.
- Mentor newly appointed Teaching Assistants, model professional classroom practice and support collaborative team culture.
- Coordinate whole-school displays: plan schedules, communicate expectations, monitor quality and support inspection-ready learning environments for KHDA readiness.
KG2 Teacher
Al Salam School
Dubai
2018.07 - 2019.07
- Planned and delivered engaging, child-centred and play-based learning experiences for KG2 children.
- Monitored progress through observation and assessment, adapting activities to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
- Maintained inclusive, well-managed classroom and partnered with parents to support children’s development.
KG2 Teacher
Brilliant International School
Sharjah
2014.08 - 2018.07
- Delivered developmentally appropriate learning experiences that supported children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
- Created safe, nurturing and engaging classroom environment, using play and routines to build confidence and independence.
- Worked closely with families and colleagues to support children’s progress and wellbeing.
Education
MSc - Early Childhood Studies
Walden University
United States 2017.09 - 2022.03
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma - Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
Hi-Fliers Institute
DubaiHigher National Diploma (HND) - Computer Science
Federal Polytechnic Oko
Nigeria 2006.08 - 2008.06
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Computer Science
Federal Polytechnic Oko
Nigeria 2003.08 - 2005.06
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- EYFS
- IB PYP
- Play-Based Learning
- Inclusive Education and SEN Support
- Child Observation and Assessment
- Learning Journals (Toddle and Seesaw)
- Phonics and Early Literacy
- Parent Partnerships
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
- First Aid
- Staff Mentoring
- Classroom Management
- Display Coordination
INDEPENDENT EDUCATIONAL PROJECT
Busy Mums Learning Toolkit, Founder | Ongoing, Designed practical home-learning resources and parent-focused educational content that promote short, play-based learning activities for young children.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
First Aid and CPR Training | Safeguarding and Child Protection Training
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Open to relocation to the United Kingdom. References available on request.
Languages
English
Fluent
Accomplishments
Display Coordinator at Fairgreen International School Dubai
Timeline
Teaching Assistant | Display Coordinator | Volunteer TA Lead
Fairgreen International School
2019.07 - Current
KG2 Teacher
Al Salam School
2018.07 - 2019.07
MSc - Early Childhood Studies
Walden University
2017.09 - 2022.03
KG2 Teacher
Brilliant International School
2014.08 - 2018.07
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Computer Science
Federal Polytechnic Oko
2006.08 - 2008.06
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Computer Science
Federal Polytechnic Oko
2003.08 - 2005.06
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma - Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
Hi-Fliers Institute