Kolod Abass
St. Catharines,Ontario
Summary
Committed to promoting student independence, development and success using Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) methods and implementing proactive strategies
BMS trainer
Fluent in Arabic and English both written and oral
Proficient at using and demonstrating the use of assistive technology
Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
Able to work independently and as a team player
Ability to build strong, positive relationships with staff, students, community agencies and families.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Central Educational Assistant
District School Board of Niagara
09.2022 - Current
- Works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes Student Achievement Leader, Special Education Senior Manager, Special Education Supervisor, Consultants, ABA Facilitators, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Pathologists, Social Workers and Assistive Technology Central EA.
- Support students and staff across several schools with ABA strategies, self-regulation strategies, social skills, emotion regulation and implementing structured work systems.
- Collaborate with staff on development of Positive Behaviour Support Plans, Safety Plans and Snapshots.
- Attend In-School meetings and follow up with the implementation of strategies to support self regulation and academic success.
- Provide positive role modeling to staff and students using proactive strategies and positive reinforcement.
- Work towards building capacity with staff members to promote learning while encouraging student independence.
Educational Assistant (EA)
District School Board of Niagara
09.2009 - 06.2022
- Experiences include positions at Lincoln Centennial Elementary School (Sept 2019 -2022), Harriet Tubman (Sept 2015 - Jun 2019), Alexandra (Sept 2012 - June 2015), St. Catharines Collegiate (Sept 2009 - June 2012), Supply EA (Jan 2009 - Jun 2009)
- Support students using ABA, self-regulation strategies and implementing structured work systems.
- Supported students in integrated classes by co-planning and implementing modified programming.
- Created various learning activities and tasks for use in a structured teaching environment.
- Supported students with personal care, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Sensory Diet, as per School Support Health Services personnel.
Special Education Coordinator
Meaweah Center
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Work with classroom teachers to develop, implement and monitor individual learning plans.
- Make referrals to professionals outside of the school.
- Support teachers to develop a learning program and implement effective ABA approaches for students in their classroom.
- Attended workshops to facilitate training for team members.
Special Education Teacher
Meaweah Center
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Create engaging lessons that support all special needs and make them consistent to meet and exceed IEP goals.
- Coordinate with teachers and other special education team members in serving students.
- Collaborate with Special Education Coordinator and teachers in coordinating support schedules for all special needs students.
- Manage parent relationships and communications.
Education
Diploma - Educational Assistant- Special Needs Support
Niagara College of Applied Arts and Technology
01.2009
Post-graduate diploma - Psychology
Alzaiem Alazhary University
01.2002
Bachelor’s Degree with honors - Psychology
Alzaiem Alazhary University
01.2001
Certification
- Qualifying teachers for Special Needs Education Certificate, The Geniuses Centre for Special Needs Ibn Al Beetar School
- ADHD in the Classroom: Supporting Student Success, Geneva Center for Autism
- Core Teaching Strategies for Autistic Students, Geneva Center for Autism
- Registered Behavior Technician, Geneva Center for Autism
- ABA Certificate Course for Educators Level I & II, Geneva Center for Autism
- Functional Behavioural Assessment (FBA), Geneva Center for Autism
- Supporting Play-Based Learning for Kids with ASD, Geneva Center for Autism
- Understanding and supporting students with ASD, Geneva Center for Autism
- Healthy Sexuality for individuals on the Autism Spectrum, Geneva Center for Autism
- Planning for Adulthood through ABA, Geneva Center for Autism
- Introduction to Autism, Geneva Center for Autism
- Five-Day Classroom Training - Elementary Through High School, Ages 6-21, The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism Program
- Five-Day Classroom Training - Early Childhood, Ages 3-8, The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism Program
- Fundamentals of Structured TEACCHing, The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism Program
- Educational and Measuring Tools for Autism Certificate, Kuwait, Kuwait City
- Educational Programs for Children with Autism Certificate, Kuwait, Kuwait City
- The Basic Principle of dealing with ASD Child Level l & Level ll, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
References
- Tracy Sacco, Principal, Laura Secord Secondary School, 905-934-8501, tracy.sacco@dsbn.org
- Sara Dedivitiis, Principal, Ferndale Public School, 905-684-1101, sara.dedivitiis@dsbn.org
- Jayann Young, Principal, Burleigh Hill Public School, 905-227-6641, jayan.young@dsbn.org
- Terri Beck, Student Achievement Leader, 905-227-5551 - ext 52215, terri.beck@dsbn.org
Professional Development
- 3rd Annual London & Region FASD Conference
- Structured Teaching for ASD & Sexuality: Toddler to Adolescent
- ASD-Visual Schedules and the Concept of Level Break
- Clicker 6, Communicate in Print Training and Book Creator Workshop
- Learning Through Play
- Coping with Anxiety in Autism
- Improving Fine Motor Skills
- Understanding and Promoting Self-Regulation
- Sensory Processing and Challenging Behaviors
- Trauma-Informed Resilient Schools
- 2nd Academic Meeting for Autism in the Middle East, Kuwait, Kuwait City
- International Conference on Autism and Speech Impediments, Kuwait, Kuwait City
- 2nd International Conference on Disability and Rehabilitation, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Timeline
Central Educational Assistant
District School Board of Niagara
09.2022 - Current
Educational Assistant (EA)
District School Board of Niagara
09.2009 - 06.2022
Special Education Coordinator
Meaweah Center
01.2002 - 12.2004
Special Education Teacher
Meaweah Center
01.2001 - 12.2002
Diploma - Educational Assistant- Special Needs Support
Niagara College of Applied Arts and Technology
Post-graduate diploma - Psychology
Alzaiem Alazhary University
Bachelor’s Degree with honors - Psychology
Alzaiem Alazhary University
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