CHIOMA NNARI
ABA Therapist/ Learning Support Assistant
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Experienced Learning Support Assistant with 6+ years of international school experience across EYFS, primary, and secondary settings. Skilled in inclusive education practice, differentiated instruction, and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to support learners with Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs. Strong background in ABA-informed strategies, behaviour support, and data-driven interventions that promote engagement, independence, and measurable progress in learning outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Learning Support Assistant (Year 2)
Arcadia Global School
Dubai, UAE
2025.08 - 2026.06
- Increased student engagement and participation by implementing individualized ABA-informed reinforcement strategies tailored to learning needs.
- Improved curriculum access and academic confidence through differentiated support and targeted scaffolding during classroom activities.
- Enhanced progress towards IEP goals by delivering structured interventions and monitoring outcomes through ongoing data collection.
- Strengthened students' independence and self-management skills by gradually reducing prompts and encouraging self-directed learning.
- Contributed to improved learning outcomes through effective collaboration with teachers, inclusion staff, and parents to ensure consistency of support.
Learning Support Assistant (Secondary – Learning Difficulties)
Kings School Nad Al Sheba
Dubai, UAE
2024.11 - 2025.08
- Enhanced academic achievement and classroom participation by adapting learning materials to meet individual learning profiles.
- Increased task completion and organizational skills through structured support and executive functioning strategies.
- Reduced learning barriers by implementing targeted interventions that enabled students to access the secondary curriculum more effectively.
- Enhanced student confidence and independence through consistent encouragement, scaffolding, and positive reinforcement.
- Supported measurable academic progress through ongoing assessment, data tracking, and collaborative intervention planning.
Learning Support Assistant (EYFS – Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Sunmarke School
Dubai
2022.08 - 2024.11
- Improved communication and social interaction skills through individualized ABA-informed and play-based interventions.
- Increased student participation in classroom routines and learning activities through the use of visual supports and structured environments.
- Reduced anxiety and challenging behaviours by implementing predictable routines and proactive regulation strategies.
- Enhanced readiness for learning by providing sensory supports that improved focus, engagement, and emotional regulation.
- Strengthened home-school collaboration, resulting in greater consistency of support and improved developmental outcomes.
Learning Support Assistant (Grade 1 – ADHD)
Renaissance School
Dubai, UAE
2021.01 - 2022.08
- Improved attention, focus, and on-task behaviour through structured reinforcement systems and positive behaviour support strategies.
- Increased curriculum access and academic engagement by adapting tasks to match individual learning needs.
- Enhanced self-regulation and independence by teaching and reinforcing effective coping and organizational strategies.
Learning Support Assistant (Year 1 – Autism)
Wesgreen International School
Sharjah, UAE
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Increased student engagement and learning participation through individualized support tailored to students' strengths and needs.
- Improved communication and social development by implementing visual supports, structured teaching approaches, and targeted interventions.
- Supported progress in academic, social, and emotional development through close collaboration with teachers and families.
Education
Bachelor of Agriculture - Agricultural Economics
Michael Okpara University
CACHE Level 3 Diploma -
Northern Council for Further Education
UKSkills
- Data Collection, Assessment & Evidence-Based Planning
- One-to-one and small group intervention Delivery
- Adaptability Across EYFS, Primary & Secondary Phases
- IEP Targets Implementation & Progress Monitoring
- Literacy, Numeracy, Language & Phonics Intervention
- Play-based, inquiry-led & Experience-Based Learning
- Effective Communication & Collaboration
- Student Engagement & Active Learning Strategies
- Self-Regulation & Independence Development
- ABA-Informed Behaviour Support
- Use of assistive technologies
- Phonics teaching knowledge
- Safeguarding protocols adherence
Certification
- ABAT License (Qualified Behaviour Analysis Credentialing Board)
- Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) Training, National Academy, Dubai
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Training, National Academy, Dubai
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Training
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Learning Support Assistant (Year 2)
Arcadia Global School
2025.08 - 2026.06
Learning Support Assistant (Secondary – Learning Difficulties)
Kings School Nad Al Sheba
2024.11 - 2025.08
Learning Support Assistant (EYFS – Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Sunmarke School
2022.08 - 2024.11
Learning Support Assistant (Grade 1 – ADHD)
Renaissance School
2021.01 - 2022.08
Learning Support Assistant (Year 1 – Autism)
Wesgreen International School
2019.01 - 2021.01
Bachelor of Agriculture - Agricultural Economics
Michael Okpara University
CACHE Level 3 Diploma -
Northern Council for Further Education