CERTIFIED LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT WITH BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN EDUCATION

I am Goodness Chinyere Mmaduabuchukwu, writing to express my interest in the position of Learning Support Assistant in your revered school.

With over 4 years of experience in working with children with special needs in the United Arab Emirates. I have developed a strong foundation in providing both educational and behavioral support.

I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education, and I am certified and qualified Teaching and Learning Support Assistant, ABA, ABAT in view.
My background includes working in various educational settings, where I have successfully implemented Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to support students in achieving their individualized learning goals.

In my previous roles, I have demonstrated the ability to create a nurturing and structured environment that promotes the academic, social, and emotional development of each child. I am skilled in developing and executing personalized learning plans, monitoring progress, and adjusting strategies as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.

Best Regards,
Goodness Chinyere
0555499813
goodnessnne9090@gmail.com

EXPERIENCE
Individual Learning Support Assistant. Collegiate International School Dubai; February 2024 till Date
 Developing a fun reading and writing sessions as it is the main target in his IEP.
 Helping him to socialize with others, learning to share and taking turns.
 Developing his fine motor skills and making sure he engages well in all the classroom activities.
 Encouraging him in managing and controlling his emotions.
 Making him to accept losing; as losing is part of the learning process.
 Prepare learning materials for use of him under the direction of the teacher.
 Together with the class teacher, monitoring and supervising his in and out of the classroom.
 Being familiar with and implementing his IEP targets as best as possible.
 Working with him on a one-to-one basis to reinforce, repeat, clarify and enable him to complete the tasks to the best of his ability.
 To set up and maintain appropriate learning environments.
 To identify and give feedback to teachers/inclusion team if there are barriers to learning such as not understanding activities, social/emotional challenges.
 Assisting on out of class visits, walks and similar activities.
 Communicating with the Parents through a daily (or as and when the need arises) communication book or providing visual record and/or chart to be agreed with parents in advance.
 Encouraging him to be self-sufficient and independent where possible.
 Attend his reading classes on weekly basis.

Individual Learning Support Assistant; Dubai International Academy; January 2025
{Same child}

 Developing a fun reading and writing sessions as it is the main target in his IEP.
 Helping him to socialize with others, learning to share and taking turns.
 Developing his fine motor skills and making sure he engages well in all the classroom activities.
 Encouraging him in managing and controlling his emotions.
 Making him to accept losing; as losing is part of the learning process.
 Prepare learning materials for use of him under the direction of the teacher.
 Together with the class teacher, monitoring and supervising his in and out of the classroom.
 Being familiar with and implementing his IEP targets as best as possible.
 Working with him on a one-to-one basis to reinforce, repeat, clarify and enable him to complete the tasks to the best of his ability.
 To set up and maintain appropriate learning environments.
 To identify and give feedback to teachers/inclusion team if there are barriers to learning such as not understanding activities, social/emotional challenges.
 Assisting on out of class visits, walks and similar activities.
 Communicating with the Parents through a daily (or as and when the need arises) communication book or providing visual record and/or chart to be agreed with parents in advance.
 Encouraging him to be self-sufficient and independent where possible.
 Attend his reading classes on weekly basis.

Learning Support Assistant; Al Rowad British Private School Sharjah; 2022 - 2024.

 Providing one-on-one support for my client’s daughter.
 I assisted her in understanding and completing assignments, reinforcing concepts taught in class and development of specific skills.
 I worked with the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) or specific learning plan to adapt teaching materials, assignments, and assessments to meet their individual needs. This involves modifying content, providing visual aids, or using alternative formats.
 I assisted her in classroom activities by providing additional explanations, monitor progress, and offer guidance when needed. I assisted in supporting her behavior management.
 Communicating with the Parents through a daily (or as and when the need arises) communication book or providing visual record and/or chart to be agreed with parents in advance.

Shadow Teacher; Habitat School Ajman; 2020 - 2022
 I provided individualized support to the student assigned to me. This includes assisting them with academic tasks, helping them understand and complete assignments, and reinforcing concepts taught in class.
 I worked with the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) or specific learning plan to adapt teaching materials, assignments, and assessments to meet their individual needs. This involves modifying content, providing visual aids, or using alternative formats.
  I assisted in managing the student's behavior and promoting positive social interactions. This involves implementing behavior plans, providing guidance on appropriate behavior, and intervening when behavioral issues arise.
 I worked closely with the classroom teacher and other support staff to ensure a coordinated approach to the student's education. This includes communicating regularly about the student's progress, sharing strategies and resources, and participating in team meetings.
 I supported the student's inclusion and integration into the general education in classroom.
Kindergarten and Nursery Teacher/Aid; Rossy Kids Academy, Owerri Imo State Nigeria; 2017 - 2020
 Help in planning and development of teaching materials, workbooks and class projects.
 Recognized students' positive behavior using established rewards system.
 Significantly reduced teachers' workload by helping to plan and deliver classroom activities.
 Led students in assigned classes in absence of main teacher.
 Coordinated learning and extra-curricular activities, supervising learner interactions to maximize experience.
 Set up teaching aids, prepared classrooms for learning activities and distributed materials to coordinate instructional efforts.
 Keep records of student attendance, progress and activities to assess individual mastery of subject matter
 Set up teaching aids, prepared classrooms for learning activities and distributed materials to coordinate instructional efforts.
 Keep records of student attendance, progress and activities to assess individual mastery of subject matter.