UZOMA GODWIN ACHINIKE
ABA THERAPIST/LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
SHARJAH
Summary
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT /ABA THERAPIST/PLAY THERAPIST An enthusiastic and adaptable individual that have gained experiences within the special educational needs sector. A confident, caring, assertive and organized Learning Support Assistant/ABA Therapist/Play Therapist looking for a new opportunity to make a real difference into the lives of young learners. Main goal is to ensure children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potentials. A complete "all-rounder', and can adapt to any situation, surrounding young learners and their educational environment. Learning Support Assistant dedicated to education of students and support of staff members. Skillful teaching classes unaccompanied during absence of lead teacher. Administered standardized testing to students in compliance with school board guidelines. Organized Learning Support Assistant with skills in clerical work and school administration paperwork. Provides constructive feedback to students and lead teachers on educational and student behavioral matters. Maintains professional licenses and certifications to meet school board and UAE requirements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT / PLAY THERAPIST
PRESTIGIOUS LEARNING DIFFICULTY CENTER
04.2023 - Current
- Enhances Gross Motor Skills with simple activity (Gym ball exercises, treadmill, hopping and jumping, cycling, etc) Enhances Fine Motor Skills which activate both brain and body
- Improve eye hand coordination, span of attention with activity
- Improve eye hand coordination and colour discrimination with simple activity work with individual children for about an hour at a time on daily basis work mostly with children aged 3 to 11 in ‘directive’ therapy, ask the child to play in a particular way, for example: using simple activity for exercise and fitness Supporting child with speech delay
- Supporting the principal partner/clinical physiologist in learning and personal development of all Students
- Supervise students inside and outside of the classroom (cafeteria, playground etc) Maintain confidentiality of student and family information Ensure socialization among the students Reduces hyperactive (ADHD) child with strong firm command (sitting/picking and handing over items on demand)
- Skills Having a patient, calm and friendly manner (to make children feel secure) Excellent communication skills Sensitivity, understanding and a non- judgmental outlook Ability to interpret a range of emotions and behaviours Ability to adapt to change and cope with stressful situations Good physical fitness (can work with children on the floor, or do physical activities) Respect for children without judgment
- Empathy and sincerity towards others
- Emotional resilience and self-awareness.
- Complied with policies regarding mandatory reporting, confidentiality and data protection.
- Supported lead teacher in lesson planning and learning activities.
- Studied and implemented various strategies in each classroom to meet needs of each student.
- Provided thorough feedback and constructive criticism conducive to positive learning experiences.
STEP-UP LEARNING ASSOCIATE (L1)
AMAZON UAE
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Training/Coaching of New and existing
- Associates Performs daily Behavioral audits of Associates Coaching Associates immediately based on defects generated by GCA Coaching Associates about their daily performance based on learning curve data
- Transformed raw data to conform to assumptions of machine learning algorithm.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary product development teams to identify performance improvement opportunities and integrate trained models.
- Identified new problem areas and researched technical details to build innovative products and solutions.
- Communicating with Managers/Supervisors to identify training needs and map out development plans for associates.
- Organizing training materials – PMVs, PowerPoint presentations, Lanyards,
- Making sure that Associates who are lagging behind are coached to achieve their best.
- Relates one-on-one with associates, know their challenges and proffer coaching/follow-up to establish confidence
- Performing duties and responsibilities as assigned by my Manager or Leads.
- Researched, designed and implemented machine learning applications to solve business problems affecting 100 of associates
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
OXFORD SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supporting teacher/lead practitioner in learning and personal development of all Students
- Supervise students inside and outside of classroom (cafeteria, playground etc) Maintain confidentiality of student and family information Assist student with daily classroom activities on daily basis Ensure that students appropriately interact with each other
- Skills Experience and understanding of child development
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport quickly with both children and adults.
- Supported lead teacher in lesson planning and learning activities.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 10 students and 5 instructors
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
EDIFIES MODEL ACADEMY
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Works directly with Principal Assist in coordination, planning and administration of school's activities and programs Preparing of Meeting circulars Performed variety of secretarial duties as assigned by Principal Maintains and Updates variety of students medical documents and administrative records Organizes PTA Meeting Monitoring relationship between Teachers and Pupils Liaise between office staff and parents Attend, plan meetings with Principal to develop learning programs Provide regular feedback to Principal
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
- Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
Education
CERTIFICATE - Applied Behavior Analysis
I-CONNECT GLOBAL
UNITED ARAB EMIERATES09.2022
OND - Purchasing & Supply
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
Imo State Nigeria09.2004
First School Leaving Certificate -
Amakaohia Primary School
Imo State Nigeria07.1989
Skills
- Communicating with Managers/Supervisors to Identify training needs and map out Development plans for associates
- Making sure that Associates who are lagging behind are coached to achieve their best
- Relates one-on-one with associates, know their challenges and proffer coaching/follow-up to establish confidence
- Performing duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or Leads
- Results-oriented, Resourceful, Dedicated team player
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proficient multi-tasker/ Meticulous attention to details
- 100% OWNERSHIP
- Safety priority - maintaining a safe warehouse environment for myself and co-workers
- Leadership/Time Management Skills
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Amazon Kick-Out Operating Knowledge (Intermediate Level)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Applications/CorelDraw and Internet
- Data Entry/Quality Assurance
- Attention to Detail/Calm Under Pressure
- Google Drive
Timeline
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT / PLAY THERAPIST
PRESTIGIOUS LEARNING DIFFICULTY CENTER
04.2023 - Current
STEP-UP LEARNING ASSOCIATE (L1)
AMAZON UAE
09.2019 - 12.2022
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
OXFORD SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2019
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
EDIFIES MODEL ACADEMY
01.2015 - 01.2017
CERTIFICATE - Applied Behavior Analysis
I-CONNECT GLOBAL
OND - Purchasing & Supply
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
First School Leaving Certificate -
Amakaohia Primary School
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