MICHAEL ODUKOYA
Scarborough,ON
Summary
Versatile and dedicated direct care worker, hoping to positively influence and better the lives of intellectually and/or physically disabled persons. Organized and dependable worker, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Child & Youth Worker
Bartimaeus INC.
01.2022 - Current
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by young clients.
- Provide intervention to keep client and others safe at home and in community
- Taught life skills and coping mechanisms to clients
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify clients' emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues requiring intervention.
- Support client in grooming, cleaning.
- Help client to develop and maintain positive social skills.
Educational Assistant
York Region District School Board
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted in extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams, providing additional support for students outside of the classroom setting.
Educational Assistant
Toronto Catholic District School Board
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Manage behavioral crisis to keep student safe
- Improved overall classroom performance by providing targeted support for struggling students in various subjects.
- Support transition between classroom and outdoor activities.
Education
Diploma - Disability Support Worker
Dominion College
Ontario10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Maranatha Bible University
Lagos12.2023
Diploma - Business Accounting & Payroll
Canadian College Of Business
Ontario10.2024
Certified Medical Technician - Medical Technician
Maryland Board of Nursing
Maryland, US11.2017
Skills
- CPI Certified
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Valid VS Police Check
- Excellent Communication
- Computer Skills
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
Languages
Timeline
Educational Assistant
York Region District School Board
09.2022 - 03.2024
Child & Youth Worker
Bartimaeus INC.
01.2022 - Current
Educational Assistant
Toronto Catholic District School Board
03.2020 - 12.2022
Diploma - Disability Support Worker
Dominion College
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Maranatha Bible University
Diploma - Business Accounting & Payroll
Canadian College Of Business
Certified Medical Technician - Medical Technician
Maryland Board of Nursing
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