Shantal Egbe Egbe
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant with over 4 years of experience supporting children with diverse learning needs, including special educational needs (SEN) and behavioral challenges. Skilled in delivering individualized support plans, reinforcing positive behavior strategies, and adapting learning materials to meet students’ unique abilities. Strong background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and one-to-one classroom support, fostering inclusion, independence, and academic progress. Recognized for patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills with students, teachers, and parents. Committed to creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that empowers every child to reach their full potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Learning Support Assistant/Shadow teacher
Kiddy Planet Nursery
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2025 - Current
- Provide one-on-one learning support during lessons.
- Break down classroom tasks into smaller, manageable steps.
- Support the child’s communication using speech, visuals, or AAC tools.
- Follow and implement the child’s behavior intervention plan.
- Use positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behaviors.
- Assist with managing sensory needs and provide calming strategies.
- Help with smooth transitions between activities and environments.
- Support social interaction and peer engagement.
- Ensure the child’s safety at all times.
- Record daily data on behavior, communication, and academic progress.
- Modify and adapt classroom materials to suit the child’s needs.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents for consistency.
Learning Support Assistant/ABA Therapist
Enaya Education and Learning Support, at Australian International School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Follow the child’s individual education and behavior plan consistently.
- Support the child in building communication, social, academic, and daily living skills.
- Use ABA strategies to manage challenging behaviors and encourage positive ones.
- Provide focused one-to-one guidance during therapy and learning sessions.
- Collect and record daily data on the child’s progress and behavior.
- Undergo toilet training for the child.
- Apply positive reinforcement to motivate and shape desired behaviors.
- Modify learning tasks and materials to suit the child’s needs and abilities.
- Work in collaboration with teachers, therapists, and other professionals.
- Promote the child’s independence in self-help and problem-solving.
- Ensure the child’s safety, wellbeing, and emotional support throughout sessions.
Learning Support Assistant/ABA Therapist
Alleanza Innovative Healthcare Solutions
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2020 - 07.2024
- Provide consistent one-on-one support tailored to the child’s individual needs.
- Implement the child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and therapy goals.
- Use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies such as reinforcement, prompting, and shaping.
- Conduct structured sessions including Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Natural Environment Teaching (NET).
- Collect daily data on the child's progress, behaviors, and skill development.
- Support the child in building communication skills, including speech, gestures, or alternative communication systems (PECS, AAC).
- Encourage social interaction with peers through guided play and cooperative activities.
- Reinforce positive behavior and apply de-escalation strategies when needed.
- Help the child develop emotional regulation and coping skills during challenging situations.
- Encourage independence in learning tasks, daily routines, and decision- making.
- Adapt learning materials and activities to the child's pace and ability level. Support literacy, numeracy, and motor skill development through individualized activities.
- Assist with personal care, such as toileting, eating, dressing, or hygiene, if required.
- Ensure the child's safety and well being at all times in and out of the classroom.
- Supervise the child during transitions, lunch, playground, and school trips.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to maintain consistency across settings.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Accounting
University of Buea
Cameroon 10.2014 - 07.2017
Skills
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- One-on-One and group support
- Child centered learning approaches
- Communication and Collaboration with teachers
- Safeguarding and Child protection Awareness
Certification
- RBT 40 Hour Training Certificate at Autism Partnership Foundation.
- Diploma in Special Educational Needs at First Innovator Training (FIT) Institute, KHDA Attested, DMCC, Dubai.
- Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapy (ABA) at First Innovator Training (FIT) Institute, KHDA Attested, DMCC, Dubai.
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA), KHDA Attested at First Innovator Training (FIT), Dubai.
- Bachelor Degree in Accounting
LANGUAGES
English
REFERENCES
Reference available upon request
Timeline
Learning Support Assistant/Shadow teacher
Kiddy Planet Nursery
10.2025 - Current
Learning Support Assistant/ABA Therapist
Enaya Education and Learning Support, at Australian International School
08.2024 - 09.2025
Learning Support Assistant/ABA Therapist
Alleanza Innovative Healthcare Solutions
09.2020 - 07.2024
Bachelor Degree - Accounting
University of Buea
10.2014 - 07.2017