ADELE OGUNPOLU
Brampton,Canada
Summary
To utilize my education, knowledge, and experience to enhance the development of children and youth of all needs through the completion of job-related tasks for an established organization.
Educational professional prepared for impactful support roles in academic settings. Strong experience in classroom management, individualized student assistance, and instructional support. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to changing needs. Well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and effective communication with students and staff.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Autism Support Assistant
Kerry's Place Autism Services
12.2024 - Current
- Promoted inclusive learning environments by facilitating peer-to-peer interactions and group activities among diverse learners.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with families, supports and community members.
- Successfully managed challenging behaviors by employing proactive de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Educational Assistant
Peel District School Board
09.2019 - Current
- Supported students with Autism Spectrum Disorder by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop strategies for improving student's academic performance and social skills.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly, staying current on pedagogical trends and incorporating new strategies into teaching practices.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
Skills Counsellor
Griffin Centre
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Designed culturally-sensitive interventions tailored to each client's background and experiences.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client's care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
Child and Youth Worker
Spectrum Foster Case Services
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Mentored young people facing social/emotional difficulties offering guidance that contributed positively to their overall personal growth trajectory.
- Participated in the assessment, goal setting and progress evaluation of youth.
- Implemented ABC's Strategies to know the antecedent, behaviour and the best consequence that follows.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups addressing topics such as anger management, coping skills, self-esteem improvement, substance use prevention among others.
Child and Youth Worker
Hanrahan Youth Services
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Created and executed programs for youth geared to aid in pre-employment, education preparation, and self-development.
- Promoted positive outcomes by closely monitoring progress of individual support plans.
- Supervised and facilitated life related skills specialized for client's behavioural needs.
- Planned and executed activities that were family-oriented.
Child and Youth Worker
The Waterfront School
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues requiring intervention or support services.
- Supported children's development with tailored behavioral modification strategies.
- Enhanced children's self-esteem through positive reinforcement and achievement recognition.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
York University
Toronto, ON09.2021
Child And Youth Worker -
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04.2015
Skills
- Learning disabilities support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusive practices
- Individualized education plans
Certification
- Suicide Alertness Training - SafeTALK Suicide Alertness for Everyone
- CPI Training - Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training Program
- ASIST Training - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
- St. John Ambulance - Standard First Aid CPR C/AED
- ABA for Educators Level II: Reinforcement and Prompting - Geneva Centre For Autism
Timeline
Autism Support Assistant
Kerry's Place Autism Services
12.2024 - Current
Educational Assistant
Peel District School Board
09.2019 - Current
Skills Counsellor
Griffin Centre
06.2016 - 08.2019
Child and Youth Worker
Spectrum Foster Case Services
09.2014 - 04.2015
Child and Youth Worker
Hanrahan Youth Services
09.2013 - 04.2014
Child and Youth Worker
The Waterfront School
01.2013 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
York University
Child And Youth Worker -
George Brown College
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