Special Education Personal Care
Resume:
OLOLADE SHAKIRA HASSAN
(Education Assistant)
(C) 382-***-****, (E) *************@*****.***
PROFILE
Experienced and compassionate Education Assistant with 5 years of dedicated service, adept at offering personalized assistance to students with varied learning needs. Skilled in adeptly executing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) in collaboration with classroom and special education professionals. Proficient in providing comprehensive support encompassing personal care, behaviour management, and utilization of specialized educational tools. Enthusiastic about leveraging my expertise to enrich students' educational experiences, fostering their growth and success.
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with students.
Proficient in implementing Individual Education Plans and Behavior Support Plans.
Skilled in assisting with personal care tasks and hygiene needs.
Strong ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviors.
Experience operating specialized equipment and assisting with mobility needs.
First Aid and CPR Certification
HISTORY OF EMPLOYMENT
Guided Treasures Nursery and Primary School Dec. 2022 – Aug. 2024
Awoyaya/Lekki, Lagos
Assisted students who displayed physical and verbal aggression, employing de-escalation techniques, and implementing behavioral management strategies.
Facilitated mobility and transfers for students, including lifting and positioning as required.
Operated specialized equipment as needed, ensuring students' safety and comfort.
Participated in occupational and physiotherapy strategies as directed by school personnel, contributing to students' physical development and well-being.
Archbishop Taylor Memorial Primary School Nov. 2019 – Nov. 2022
58 Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos 106104, Lagos
Position: Education Assistant
Collaborated with classroom and special education teachers to implement Individual Education Plans and Behavior Support Plans for students with diverse learning needs.
Assisted with personal care tasks such as toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility device usage, ensuring students' comfort and well-being.
Supported students experiencing behavioral difficulties, employing appropriate intervention strategies to promote positive behavior.
Supervised in-school and out-of-school activities for students with challenging needs, ensuring their participation and safety.
Assisted students with challenging needs in meeting and boarding the bus/taxi, ensuring safe transportation.
Gathered data under the direction of classroom and special education teachers, contributing to student progress monitoring and evaluation.
Engaged in regular consultation and meetings with in-school team members, collaborating to address students' needs and progress effectively.
Emperors Field School, Awoyaya/Ibeju Lekki, Nigeria. Jan.2015 – Oct. 2019
Position: Educational Assistant
Teaching Mathematics and basic Science to elementary school.
Assist in the implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to develop and modify IEP goals and strategies.
Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special needs during classroom activities, lessons, and assessments.
Adapt instructional materials and teaching methods to meet the unique needs and learning styles of students with diverse abilities.
EDUCATION
Personal Support Worker (In View) 2025
Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario.
Project Management 2024
Conestoga College
Olabisi Onabajo University, Ogun State, Nigeria 2007
B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
Lagos State University, Lagos State, Nigeria 2012
Diploma in Business Administration
SOFTWARE SKILLS
Microsoft Office suites, First Aid and CPR Certification.
INTERESTS
Volleyball, Reading, and Swimming.
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