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Logamathy Kengatharan

Scarborough,Canada

Summary

Dedicated educational assistant with experience in creating inclusive classroom environments. Familiarity with utilizing alternative communication methods, such as sign language, to enhance student understanding. Strengths include patience, adaptability, and strong knowledge of special education laws and regulations. Previous research has yielded improved academic performance and increased self-confidence among students.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Assistant

TDSB
Toronto, Ontario
09.2023 - Current
  • Guided students in daily tasks to enhance learning and social skills.
  • Managed student behavior using positive reinforcement techniques and strategies.
  • Facilitated small group activities to promote teamwork and communication among students.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom events.

Lunchtime Supervisor

TCDSB
Toronto, Canada
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supervise children as they eat their lunches, and at recess.
  • Make sure children eat their food safely, and deal with bad behavior.
  • Monitored dining areas for cleanliness and organized seating arrangements effectively.
  • Assisted with the clean up after lunch period activities.

Instructor Therapist

Beyond Therapy ABA Services
Toronto, Canada
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Perform behavioural interventions to teach social, communication and daily living skills.
  • Work with a team of therapists and family members to improve individual reading and academic skills
  • Utilize theoretical approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and deliver individualized treatment.
  • Executed a learning plan to improve adaptive learning skills such as fine motor dexterity, hygiene and grooming.

Developmental Support Assistant

The Center for Dreams
Markham, Canada
01.2019 - 10.2020
  • Volunteered assisting individuals identified on the spectrum with their daily program activities.
  • Taught academic learning designed by the staff and independently facilitated programs with staff approval.
  • Provided one on one support to fit each client's needs and made visual teaching materials.
  • Implemented ABA and sensory techniques and encouraged clients to express their feelings.

Developmental Support Assistant

Organization of Canadian Tamils with Disabilities
Toronto, Canada
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Volunteered teaching students behavioural and academic development.
  • Assisted students with written expression, reading intervention, and text to speech solutions.
  • Collaborated by facilitating and presenting educational material for students to increase their achievement level.
  • Focused on improving students' reading, writing, and speaking skills.

Tamil Teacher

Mulankavil Mathiya Mahavidiyalam
Sri Lanka
01.2000 - 07.2002
  • Prepared subject material for presentation to students according to an approved curriculum
  • Evaluated progress, determined individual needs of students, and discussed results with parents
  • Prepared and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
  • Attended meetings and workshops to develop and discuss new teaching methods

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Developmental Services Worker

Centennial College
Scarborough, Toronto
06-2022

Skills

  • Student assessment
  • Individualized education plans
  • Behavioral interventions
  • Curriculum development

Languages

English
Limited
Tamil
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Educational Assistant

TDSB
09.2023 - Current

Lunchtime Supervisor

TCDSB
09.2022 - 06.2023

Instructor Therapist

Beyond Therapy ABA Services
01.2021 - 01.2022

Developmental Support Assistant

The Center for Dreams
01.2019 - 10.2020

Developmental Support Assistant

Organization of Canadian Tamils with Disabilities
01.2017 - 12.2018

Tamil Teacher

Mulankavil Mathiya Mahavidiyalam
01.2000 - 07.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Developmental Services Worker

Centennial College

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