SHARON ASIO
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Experienced ABAT/IBT/LSA with 10 years supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), developmental delays, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Skilled in implementing evidence-based interventions, including ABA strategies, positive behaviour support, and communication systems like PECS and Makaton. Delivers effective 1:1 and small group support, collects behavioural data, and collaborates with educators and multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
ABAT/IBT/LAS
SMART VISION SCHOOL
Dubai, UAE
2025.10 - 2026.07
ABAT/IBT/LAS Part Time
Chubby Cheeks School Dubai
Dubai, UAE
2025.07 - 2025.10
- Teaching him new skills and reducing maladaptive behaviours.
- Assist a child with learning difficulties and developmental delays.
ABAT / Learning Support Assistant
Blossom Nursery School
Sharjah, UAE
2025.02 - 2025.07
Learning Support Assistant
Gems Metropole School Al Waha
2023.01 - 2025.01
- Support Foundation Stage and students in other stages in class, working with small groups and individuals to improve on their learning and social skills like allowing them to take turns.
- Work alongside the class teacher to identify students' learning needs and provide targeted support, as well as breaking down the work for them to ease their learning.
- Implementation of IEPs and prompting with behaviour management strategies to encourage positive learning.
- Encourage children's personal, social, and emotional development, providing guidance and support in managing emotions and building confidence.
- Use a variety of teaching resources, like visuals ,sensory toys and bins ,playdough ,puzzles, building blocks etc. to enhance engagement and learning.
.
Learning Support Assistant
Family Home Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2021.01 - 2023.01
- Providing academic support and guidance to the students i.e. grade 4,7, and 11.
- Having one to one tutoring session Alefi and lms and prompting them in their project work.
- Helping them in revising their work especially during test and exam time.
Assistant Supervisor
Sanyu Baby's Home
Kampala, Uganda
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Monitored health and security of children at all stages, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
- Ensured physical and emotional wellbeing of vulnerable children, including abandoned infants, through dedicated care and support.
- Maintained accurate records of adopted children and their adoptive parents, streamlining the adoption process for all parties involved.
Bus Conductor
Schools And Transport Services
Dubai, UAE
2016.01 - 2018.01
- Monitored child safety on the bus by ensuring all seatbelts were securely fastened.
- Collaborated with bus driver and teachers to ensure timely pick-up and drop-off for children.
- Supervised young children on the bus, maintaining daily attendance during morning and afternoon rides.
Education
High school - History Economics Divinity and Enterprenuership.
Mbale comprehensive high school
Uganda 2009.01 - 2010.01
Diploma - Business Administration
Kampala International University
Uganda 2013.01 - 2015.01
Diploma - Special Needs
Alison(Online Study)
Galway, IrelandSkills
- Special education knowledge
- Knowledge in safeguarding and child protection legislation
- Trauma-informed care and Mental health support
- Behaviour management
- Individualised learning plans
- Report writing
- Anger management
- Team communication
- Patience and tolerance
Certification
- Applied Behavior Analysis Technician(ABAT) at Pulse Therapy Centre.UAE 2024.
- International Behavior Therapist(IBT) at Pulse Therapy Centre.UAE 2024.
- Role of a learning Support Assistant for International schools at The National College UK 2024.
- All Safegurding under Gems Metrople and Tes EduCare.UAE 2024 & 2025.
- CPR, AED and First Aid at Allison 2024
- Autism Spectrum Disorder in Early Childhood and ADHD Awareness at Allison 2024.
- Handing Disabilities and working with Special Education Needs at Allison 2024
- Austism Awareness and Inclusive practices at Allison 2024
- Role of an international School Teaching Assistant at The National College UK 2026.
- Trauma -Informed Applied Behavior Analysis at Pulse Therapy center 2025
- Languge Development for Children With Autism at Pulse Therapy center 2025.
- Choosing The RIght Assessment: VB-MAPP vs ABLLS-R vs AFLS at Pulse Therapy Center.2026
- 3 Generall CEU Units: Behavior Measurement and Ethical Decision Making at Basma Salama ABA Services.2026.
- Understanding and supporting puplies with down syndrome at The National College UK 2026.
- Certificate of sensory Play & Brain Breaks for children with SEND|Primary at The National College UK 2026.
REFERENCES
- Ingrid Rodrigues-Head of Inclusion Smart Vision School .+971521471707.
- Siobhan, Scanlon, Head of Inclusion and wellbeing, Gems Metropole Al waha, +971556282848.
- Dr Zafaerah-Sultana, Parent, +971507482607
Timeline
ABAT/IBT/LAS
SMART VISION SCHOOL
2025.10 - 2026.07
ABAT/IBT/LAS Part Time
Chubby Cheeks School Dubai
2025.07 - 2025.10
ABAT / Learning Support Assistant
Blossom Nursery School
2025.02 - 2025.07
Learning Support Assistant
Gems Metropole School Al Waha
2023.01 - 2025.01
Learning Support Assistant
Family Home Abu Dhabi
2021.01 - 2023.01
Assistant Supervisor
Sanyu Baby's Home
2019.01 - 2021.01
Bus Conductor
Schools And Transport Services
2016.01 - 2018.01
Diploma - Business Administration
Kampala International University
2013.01 - 2015.01
High school - History Economics Divinity and Enterprenuership.
Mbale comprehensive high school
2009.01 - 2010.01
Diploma - Special Needs
Alison(Online Study)