Oluwatosin Grace Okegbola
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant with experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including special educational needs (SEN). Skilled in providing one‑to‑one and small‑group support, implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and fostering an inclusive and encouraging learning environment. Adept at collaborating with teachers, therapists, and parents to promote students’ academic, social, and emotional development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Learning Support Assistant
GEMS American Academy
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2024 - Current
- Provide one-to-one support for a 4-year-old child with visual impairment, developmental delays, emotional dysregulation, and speech & language delay.
- Assist in implementing individualized strategies to strengthen communication, sensory regulation, and academic engagement.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and inclusion specialists to meet IEP goals.
- Support the child’s emotional well-being and encourage positive interactions in the classroom.
Learning Support Assistant
ASPAM Indian International School, Sharjah, UAE
Sharjah, UAE
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided dedicated support to a 5-year-old child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Used ABA-based techniques to reinforce learning, communication, and behaviour management.
- Assisted in adapting tasks and activities to the child’s developmental level.
- Maintained regular communication with class teachers and inclusion team regarding progress.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Childhood Education – Economics
Tai Solarin University of Education
Nigeria /2014 - /2018
Living Seed School. Senior Secondary School Certificate
Nigeria /2005 - /2011
Skills
- One‑to‑one student support
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) support
- Behaviour management
- Classroom assistance and supervision
- Individual Education Plans (IEP) implementation
- Differentiated learning strategies
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Record keeping and progress reporting
- Child safeguarding and well‑being
- Patience, empathy, and adaptability
Certification
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Caregiver Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Learning Support Assistant
GEMS American Academy
09.2024 - Current
Learning Support Assistant
ASPAM Indian International School, Sharjah, UAE
01.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Education - Childhood Education – Economics
Tai Solarin University of Education
/2014 - /2018
Living Seed School. Senior Secondary School Certificate
/2005 - /2011