Anjali Dahiya
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Early Childhood Assistant with 1 year and 10 months of experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other developmental needs. Skilled in implementing evidence-based strategies to support learning, emotional regulation, and social development. Expertise in providing personalized care, fostering meaningful relationships, and facilitating inclusive educational environments. Committed to promoting equity, anti-oppression, and anti-racism in educational settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Assistant
Forum Italia Daycare
Mississauga, Ontario
03.2023 - Current
- Supported students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD by implementing individualized strategies to improve focus, behavior, and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to create and adapt lesson plans to meet the unique needs of neurodiverse learners.
- Utilized sensory tools and visual aids to enhance student engagement and facilitate transitions between activities.
- Provided constant supervision and positive behavior guidance to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Documented student progress and behavior to inform Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and tailored interventions.
- Developed social stories and facilitated peer interactions to improve social skills and build friendships.
- Assisted students with personal care tasks, such as toileting, feeding, and hygiene routines, with empathy and professionalism.
- Engaged in re-teaching concepts and breaking down tasks into manageable steps to support independent learning.
- Primed students for changes in routine, minimizing anxiety and promoting smoother transitions.
- Managed the classroom in the teacher's absence, supervising up to 16 students with diverse needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Toronto International Business School
Scarborough, ON03-2023
Master of Arts - Geography
SNGGPGC
India 05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Education
SNGGPGC
India05-1998
Skills
- Expertise in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD
- Positive interaction and behavior guidance
- Individualized support for neurodiverse learners
- Sensory tool and visual aid implementation
- Social skills development and peer interaction facilitation
- Classroom supervision and management
- Personal care assistance (toileting, hygiene, feeding)
- Behavior documentation and IEP updates
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Equity, inclusion, and anti-oppression practices
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Level C (July 2024 – Valid until July 2027)
- Crisis Prevention Training in School
- Child Care Menu Planning by Child Development Resource Connection Peel
- Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School
Timeline
Education Assistant
Forum Italia Daycare
03.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Toronto International Business School
Master of Arts - Geography
SNGGPGC
Bachelor of Arts - Education
SNGGPGC
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