Sikhanyiso. L Maviza
Dubai
Summary
Early Intervention Specialist with solid background in working with children needing special assistance. Possess specialized skills in child development, family support strategies, and individualized education program (IEP) planning. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring effective collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to support children's developmental needs. Demonstrated success in implementing specialized learning strategies that significantly enhance children's growth and development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST K-5 TEACHER
North American International School
Dubai
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct student observations in preparation for intervention planning.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify developmental delays or disabilities.
- Implement targeted interventions to foster overall child development and daily activity participation.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated, holistic intervention services.
- Maintain precise and thorough documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress towards learning objectives.
BLENDED EARLY INTERVENTION KG TEACHER
North American International School
Dubai
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Boosted student outcomes with evidence-based interventions.
- Crafted impactful Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Collaborated effectively with parents and therapists.
- Enhanced engagement through interactive, multi-sensory activities.
- Implement and monitor evidence based behavioral and academic intervention.
EARLY INTERVENTION TEACHER
Wilson Center for Child Development and Rehabilitation.CPD trainings
Dubai
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Drove literacy success with Science of Reading principles.
- Crafted impactful Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's unique needs.
- Delivered periodic progress reports to parents to communicate student achievements.
- Performed assessments to swiftly identify and address learning challenges.
- Worked closely with parents and therapists to ensure continuous progress updates.
EDUCATOR
WOO-HOO
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed innovative programs boosting creativity and critical thinking.
- Implemented engaging behavior management activities that stimulate children's imagination.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Flamingo Nursery
Sharjah
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Customized learning strategies to meet each child's unique needs.
- Forged strong parent relationships through effective communication.
- Maximized learning using resources like field trips, creative themes.
- Boosted child development via structured, innovative programs.
EARLY YEARS TEACHER
AL Reaya Mubakira British nursery
Sharjah
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Increased engagement through Creative Curriculum activities.
- Promoted self-reliance and good hygiene via behavior modelling.
- Ensured safety by regularly assessing and maintaining the environment.
- Addressed special needs, emotional, physical, or educational needs of the children.
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER
CENTER FOR POSITIVECARE (South Africa)
South Africa
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Organized engaging sports, arts, and drama activities for youth.
- Maintained and submitted timely documentation and reports.
- Provided valuable feedback and counseling on social and behavioral skills.
- Ensured effective supervision and follow-up for at-risk youth interventions.
- Organizing sports, arts, drama, and other activities for the youth.
INTERN YOUTH AND COMMUNITY OFFICER
CENTER FOR POSITIVECARE (South Africa)
South Africa
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Facilitated access to IDs and social grants with government.
- Supported community income generation projects.
- Trained peer educators for effective community coordination.
- Spearheaded initiatives on bullying, drugs, and health.
- Led data-driven analysis to evaluate program success.
- Enhanced children’s welfare via strategic project management.
- Worked with orphans and vulnerable children.
Education
B.Sc. Degree - Youth and Development
University of Venda Science and technology
Professional Certificate - Teaching and Learning (PGCTL-UK Level 6)
Suraasa
Post Graduate Level 7 Diploma - Special Education Needs
Diploma - Special Educational Needs (UK)-SEN
Cambridge University
SENCO Level 3 - Special Educational Needs Coordinators in Early Years (UK)
Taito Education
Diploma - Early Learning CACHE Level 3 (UK)
Taito Education
Certificate - Applied Behavioral Analysis- ABA
National Academy
Some College (No Degree) - 120-hour Premier Online TEFL Course
TEFL.ORG
Some College (No Degree) - 40-hour Teaching English Online
TEFL.ORG
Skills
- Behavior modification techniques
- Sensory integration techniques
- Special education strategies
- Science of Reading
- Lesson planning
- Individualised Education Programs (IEP)
- Effective Communicator
- Progress Monitoring
- Individualised Resource Development
- Collaboration
- Class Management
- Multi-sensory learning
- Individualized assessment
Languages
English
LINKS
- Linkedin profile: www.linkedin.com/in/sikhanyiso-maviza-221a73125
- Teacher profile on YOUTUBE: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:717546589...
COURSES
- SUSTAINED SHARED THINKING
- MENTAL HEALTH
- SAFEGUARDING
- HANDS-ON ACTIVITES EAL
- SCIENCE OF READING
Timeline
EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST K-5 TEACHER
North American International School
08.2022 - Current
BLENDED EARLY INTERVENTION KG TEACHER
North American International School
10.2021 - 07.2022
EARLY INTERVENTION TEACHER
Wilson Center for Child Development and Rehabilitation.CPD trainings
03.2021 - 10.2021
EDUCATOR
WOO-HOO
10.2020 - 03.2021
ENGLISH TEACHER
Flamingo Nursery
08.2017 - 03.2020
EARLY YEARS TEACHER
AL Reaya Mubakira British nursery
06.2015 - 07.2017
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER
CENTER FOR POSITIVECARE (South Africa)
01.2013 - 11.2013
INTERN YOUTH AND COMMUNITY OFFICER
CENTER FOR POSITIVECARE (South Africa)
01.2012 - 11.2012
B.Sc. Degree - Youth and Development
University of Venda Science and technology
Professional Certificate - Teaching and Learning (PGCTL-UK Level 6)
Suraasa
Post Graduate Level 7 Diploma - Special Education Needs
Diploma - Special Educational Needs (UK)-SEN
Cambridge University
SENCO Level 3 - Special Educational Needs Coordinators in Early Years (UK)
Taito Education
Diploma - Early Learning CACHE Level 3 (UK)
Taito Education
Certificate - Applied Behavioral Analysis- ABA
National Academy
Some College (No Degree) - 120-hour Premier Online TEFL Course
TEFL.ORG
Some College (No Degree) - 40-hour Teaching English Online
TEFL.ORG
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