DEBORA TAIWO ABIARA
929-***-**** ad2jvo@r.postjobfree.com Laurel, Maryland 20707
experience
LONG TERM SUBSTITTUTE TEACHER
DCPS ALICE DEAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, NW,
DC
Feb 2023 - Present
Demonstrated familiarity with multiple
subject areas, developing competency
across curriculum.
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Fostered stimulating learning
environment using variety of
instructional tools and teaching aids.
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Assessed accomplishments of students
to provide progress reports to parents
and classroom teachers.
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AUTISM SUPPORT COORDINATOR
CLCA, SILVER SPRING, MD
Jan 2017 - Jan 2023
ASSIST KIDS WITH SPECIAL Coordinated
meetings and events for internal and
external groups.Worked with other
departmental staff to answer questions
and resolve problems.Maintained and
verified accuracy of records and
generated miscellaneous
reports.Scheduled appointments and
meetings for director and member
team.ASSIST WITH I E P GoalsPROVIDES
THERAPEUTIC SERVICES TO CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.
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LONGTERM SUB
Dundalk High School, BALTIMORE,
MARYLAND
Jan 2023 - Jan 2023
Upheld classroom routines to support
student environments and maintain
consistent schedules.Followed
classroom plans left by class teacher to
continue student education and
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Jan 2023
CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ANALYST
IN BUSSINESS ADMIN
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS EDUCATION,
CALGARY, CANADA
Jan 2021
M.D. IN EDUCATION
Strayer University,
Washington, DC
Jan 2000
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
EDUCATION
OLABISI ONANBANJO UNIVERSITY,
NIGERIA
Jan 1985
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA IN US
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT COLLEGE,
NIGERIA
education
TEACHER EDUCATOR
reinforce core concepts.Took over class
for regular classroom teacher, managing
assignments, student needs and
recordkeeping.Kept students on-task
with proactive behavior modification
and positive reinforcement
strategies.Repeatedly requested as
substitute teacher by teachers based on
excellent past referrals and trusted
performance.Worked within applicable
standards, policies and regulatory
guidelines to promote safe working
environment
PARAEDUCATOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION
Pg County Public School, COLLEGEPARK,
MD
Jan 2017 - Oct 2022
Assisted teachers with classroom
management and document
coordination to maintain positive
learning environment
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Documented student behaviors,
interventions and outcomes to enable
lead teacher to address pertinent issues
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Delivered personalized educational,
behavioral and emotional support to
individual students to enable positive
learning outcomes
•
Set up visual aids, equipment and
classroom displays to support teacher's
lesson delivery
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Prepared instructional materials for
group and one-on-one use to comply
with established curriculum
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Maintained inclusive learning
environment to enable students to gain
maximum benefit from lessons
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Monitored student classroom and
outdoors activities to promote student
safety
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Assisted teachers and worked
individually with students with special
needs, helping each navigate education
system.
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LONGTERM SUB TECAHER
Prince George County Public Schools,
Landover, MD
Jan 2008 - Feb 2017
Upheld classroom routines to support
student environments and maintain
consistent schedules
•
Followed classroom plans left by class
teacher to continue student education
and reinforce core concepts
•
Took over class for regular classroom
teacher, managing assignments, student
needs and recordkeeping
•
Kept students on-task with proactive
behavior modification and positive
reinforcement strategies
•
Repeatedly requested as substitute
teacher by teachers based on excellent
past referrals and trusted performance
•
Collaborated with teaching staff to
implement coordinated educational
strategies and student support
networks
•
Maintained day-to-day classroom
management and discipline to promote
learning initiatives
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Supervised lunchroom and recess
activities.
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HEALTH EDUCATOR
ADESOYE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, ILORIN,
KWARA STATE
Jun 2011 - Jun 2013
Taught health education classes for
community workers and members of
public
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Gave public talks on importance of
health education and specific disease
prevention and treatment strategies
•
Promoted available resources and
connected individuals with services
•
Continually improved knowledge, skills
and performance based on feedback
and self-identified professional
developmental needs
•
Led planning and achievement of goals
and objectives consistent with agency
mission and philosophy
•
Identified process improvements in day-
to-day functioning of department
•
Provided expertise for clinical support
and services
•
Prepared presentations on health and
safety concerns for public
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Assisted with development of improved
seminars and training materials.
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SOCIAL STUDIES INSTRUCTOR
ADESOYE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, ILORIN,
KWARA STATE
Feb 2006 - Jan 2010
Practiced positive, consistent discipline
in classroom management.
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Adapted instructional strategies to meet
student needs.
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Collaborated with peers to enhance
work environment and support
instructional planning.
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Served as mentor and role model for
learners by demonstrating appropriate
behavior.
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HEALTH EDUCATION TEACHER
SCORES HIGH SCHOOL, IKEJA, LAGOS
STATE
Jul 2007 - Jul 2011
Prepared presentations on health and
safety concerns for public
•
Taught health education classes for
community workers and members of
public
•
Gave public talks on importance of
health education and specific disease
prevention and treatment strategies
•
Partnered with agencies and
organizations driving improvements in
community health
•
Promoted available resources and
connected individuals with services
•
Continually improved knowledge, skills
and performance based on feedback
and self-identified professional
developmental needs
•
Assisted with development of improved
seminars and training materials
•
Helped programs improve outreach
efforts and results with fresh designs for
educational materials and visual aids.
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Conducted research in field of
knowledge to publish findings in
professional journals or books.
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HEALTH EDUCATION SPECIALIST
World Health Organization, WHO, NAIROBI,
KENYA
Feb 2008 - Jun 2010
Taught health education classes for
community workers and members of
public.Assisted with development of
improved seminars and training
materials.Led planning and achievement
of goals and objectives consistent with
agency mission and philosophy.Gave
public talks on importance of health
education and specific disease
prevention and treatment
strategies.Identified process
improvements in day-to-day functioning
of department.
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HEALTH EDUCATOR TEACHER
KINGS AND QUEENS COLLEGE, LAGOS
NIGERIA, LAGOS
Jan 2004 - Mar 2007
Taught health education classes for
community workers and members of
public
•
Gave public talks on importance of
health education and specific disease
prevention and treatment strategies
•
Promoted available resources and
connected individuals with services
•
Continually improved knowledge, skills
and performance based on feedback
and self-identified professional
developmental needs
•
Assisted with development of improved
seminars and training materials
•
Led planning and achievement of goals
and objectives consistent with agency
mission and philosophy
•
Identified process improvements in day-
to-day functioning of department
•
Provided expertise for clinical support
and services
•
Prepared presentations on health and
safety concerns for public.
•
HISTORY AND SOCIAL STUDIES
INSTRUCTOR
BROOKLAND COLLEGE, JOHANNESBURG,
SOUTH AFRICA
Jan 2003 - Feb 2006
Created and maintained clean, safe and
organized learning environment.
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Planned lessons with logically
sequenced objectives, based on
curriculum.
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Served as mentor and role model for
learners by demonstrating appropriate
behavior.
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skills
• Hygiene support • Technical application support
• Life support technique skills • Sales team support
• Autism Spectrum Disorder • Presentation support
• Instructional Technology • Group and Individual Instruction
• Lesson Writing • IEP Understanding
• Management Support • Case Support
• Office Support • Team Support
• Google Docs • Individualized Service Plans
• Criminal Law • Care Coordination Support
• Individualized Support • Strategic Alliance
• Client Needs Assessment • Biopsychosocial Assessments
• Customer Satisfaction • Microsoft Excel
• Developmental Disabilities • Team Goals
• Residential Support • Professional Development
• Administrative Support • Data Communications
• Conflict Resolution Techniques • Customer Inquiries
• Operational Support • Team Meeting Facilitation
• CPT Coding • Employee Support
• Workflow Processes • Project Support
• Microsoft Office • Supporting Daily Living Needs
certifications
• SCRUM MASTER CERTIFICATION • PROGRAM MANAGER CERTIFICATION
• ELIGIBLE FOR US CERTIFICATION • HEALTH COACH CERTIFICATION
• HUMAN RESOURCES CERTIFICATION • CBAP CERTIFICATION