TAFADZWANASHE MASAKWA
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Inclusion Teacher with experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Skilled in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), adapting teaching strategies, collaborating with parents and educators, and promoting student wellbeing and academic success. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every child can reach their full potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Inclusion Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
Al Reef Charter School, Bloom
Al Ain City, Abu Dhabi
02.2024 - Current
- Supported students with diverse learning needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities.
- Assisted teachers in planning and delivering differentiated learning activities to meet individual student needs.
- Worked closely with class teachers to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Supported students during classroom lessons, interventions, and extracurricular activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and behaviour.
- Encouraged positive behaviour and social interaction through evidence-based strategies.
- Assisted in conducting assessments and collecting progress data to support educational planning.
- Collaborated with parents, therapists, and school staff to ensure consistency in student support.
- Contributed to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment where all students could thrive.
Early Years Educator / Teaching Assistant
Nyanhundu Primary School, Juliasdale, Zimbabwe
Juliasdale
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Planned and delivered engaging learning activities aligned with developmental milestones.
- Supported children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Tracked and documented children's progress and achievements to inform tailored learning approaches.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents and caregivers to support children's development.
- Implemented safeguarding policies and promoted child welfare at all times.
- Coordinated school events, educational trips, and extracurricular activities to enhance children's learning experiences.
Education
KHDA QR-Diploma - Special Education Needs (SEN)
National Academy Information System
UAEBSc (Hons) - Travel, Leisure & Recreation
Chinhoyi University of Technology
ZimbabweMaster of Business Administration - undefined
University of Suffolk
UKSkills
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support
- IEP development
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
- Positive Behaviour Management
- Classroom Management
- Progress assessment
- Record Keeping and Documentation
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
- Parent engagement
- Professional teamwork
Certification
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Certificate
- Child Protection and Safeguarding Certificate
- UAE First Aid Certificate
- Safe & Effective Evacuation Chair Use
- Dealing with a Disclosure
- Child Protection Refresher
Technology Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Google classroom
- Microsoft Teams
- Zoom
- Educational Technology Tools
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Timeline
Inclusion Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
Al Reef Charter School, Bloom
02.2024 - Current
Early Years Educator / Teaching Assistant
Nyanhundu Primary School, Juliasdale, Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 06.2019
BSc (Hons) - Travel, Leisure & Recreation
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Master of Business Administration - undefined
University of Suffolk
KHDA QR-Diploma - Special Education Needs (SEN)
National Academy Information System