Iyabo Akande
Kitchener,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Educational Assistant experienced in supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, physical, and developmental needs. Achieved positive learning outcomes through effective implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), while fostering inclusive classroom environments. Focused on enhancing student engagement and success by providing personal care and promoting positive behavior.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant (Supply & Long-Term Occasional)
Waterloo Catholic District School Board
Kitchener, Canada
06.2024 - Current
- Support students with diverse academic, behavioral, physical, and developmental needs in classroom and community settings
- Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs)
- Collaborate effectively with teachers, educational assistants, administrators, and support staff to promote positive student outcomes
- Apply approved de-escalation and behavior management strategies to support student success
- Provide personal care support, including feeding, toileting, dressing, and mobility assistance
- Implement occupational and physiotherapy programs under the direction of qualified professionals
- Assisted students with safe transportation and arrival processes during school hours
- Supported teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
Teacher Assistant (EA)
Delight Group of Schools
, NG
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Implemented Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) in collaboration with the classroom teacher and special education teacher.
- Provided personalized support to students facing behavior or learning challenges to enhance their educational experience.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to monitor student performance and implement effective support strategies.
- Guide students in building academic and social skills using teaching methods that reinforce learning.
- Encourage teamwork and respect among students to make a friendly learning space.
- Assisting students with hygiene and personal care such as toileting, feeding, dressing and mobility aids.
- Assisted students in mobility by transferring them safely between positions and locations.
Education
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON 01.2024 - 08.2024
Post-Graduate Certificate - Financial Planning and Service
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON 01.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Education - Accounting
Tai Solarin University of Education
Skills
- Educational support strategies
- Special education
- Individual education plans
- Behavior management
- Classroom management
- Task management
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Verbal communication
- Student empathy
- Educational knowledge
Certification
- Qualified EA Certificate, Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB), Kitchener, ON
- First aid/CPR
References
- Heather Paps
- Patrick Eby
- Maureen Ogrady
- Mr Rose
- Shanon Penney
Timeline
Educational Assistant (Supply & Long-Term Occasional)
Waterloo Catholic District School Board
06.2024 - Current
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College
01.2024 - 08.2024
Post-Graduate Certificate - Financial Planning and Service
Conestoga College
01.2023 - 08.2023
Teacher Assistant (EA)
Delight Group of Schools
01.2016 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Education - Accounting
Tai Solarin University of Education