Upeka Nanayakkara
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Dedicated Educational Assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Lila Fahlman School, adept at supporting students with complex learning needs, including autism and speech delays. Skilled in providing targeted small group interventions and maintaining a safe, engaging environment. Passionate about fostering student growth and achieving individualized goals through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant E
Dr.Lila Fahlman School
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2020 - Current
- Supported children with complex learning needs in two inclusive kindergarten classrooms.
- Supported children who have mild to moderate speech and language delays, fine and gross motor delays, as well as children who have mild to moderate autism and behavioral challenges.
- Offer one-on-one assistance to students struggling with specific areas, assisting them to achieve their IPP goals, and providing global help to the classroom.
- Provided targeted small group interventions under the direction of the teacher, speech-language pathologist, and occupational therapist.
- Observe, record, and report to the teacher any problems or concerns, keeping records for SLPs and OTs.
- Assisting with supervising the classroom and outside (playground), ensuring a focused, safe, and well-disciplined learning environment at all times.
- Prepare classroom materials: photocopying, mounting, laminating, etc.
- Maintain a clean environment by cleaning the classroom whenever needed.
- Attended meetings and parent conferences as needed.
Educational Assistant E
Aldergrove School
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Supported children with complex learning needs in two inclusive kindergarten classrooms.
- Supported children who have diagnosed severe language, speech, and motor delays, as well as children who have autism and severe behavioral challenges.
- Offered one-on-one assistance to students struggling with specific areas, assisting them to achieve their IPP goals and providing global help to the classroom.
- Provided targeted small group interventions under the direction of the teacher, speech-language pathologist, and occupational therapist.
- Observe, record, and report to the teacher any problems or concerns, keeping records for SLPs and OTs.
- Assisting with supervising the classroom and outside (playground), ensuring a focused, safe, and well-disciplined learning environment at all times.
- Prepare classroom materials, such as photocopying, mounting, laminating, etc.
- Maintain a clean environment by cleaning the classroom whenever needed.
- Utilized technology in daily lessons as needed.
Educational Assistant E (Inclusive Learning)
Laperal Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Supported children with complex learning needs in two inclusive kindergarten classrooms.
- Supported children who have diagnosed severe language, speech and motor delays as well as children who have Autism and severe behavioral challenges
- Offer one-on-one assistance to students struggling with specific areas, assisting them to achieve their IPP goals, and providing global help to the classroom.
- Provided targeted small group interventions under the direction of the teacher, speech-language pathologist, and occupational therapist.
- Observe, record, and report to the teacher any problems or concerns, keeping records for SLPs and OTs.
- Assisting with supervising the classroom and outside (playground), ensuring a focused, safe, and well-disciplined learning environment at all times.
- Prepare classroom materials: photocopying, mounting, laminating, etc.
- Maintain a clean environment by cleaning the classroom whenever needed.
Educational Assistant - E (Inclusive Learning)
Aldergrove Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Supported children with complex learning needs in two inclusive kindergarten classrooms.
- Supported children who have diagnosed severe language, speech and motor delays as well as children who have Autism and severe behavioral challenges
- Offer one-on-one assistance to students struggling with specific areas, assisting them to achieve their IPP goals, and providing global help to the classroom.
- Provided targeted small group interventions under the direction of the teacher, speech-language pathologist, and occupational therapist.
- Observe, record, and report to the teacher any problems or concerns, keeping records for SLPs and OTs.
- Assisting with supervising the classroom and outside (playground), ensuring a focused, safe, and well-disciplined learning environment at all times.
Educational Assistant E (Inclusive Learning)
Dunluce Elementary School
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Supported children who have diagnosed severe language, speech and motor delays as well as children who have Autism and severe behavioral challenges
- Offer one-on-one assistance to students struggling with specific areas, assisting them to achieve their IPP goals, and providing global help to the classroom.
- Provided targeted small group interventions under the direction of the teacher, speech-language pathologist, and occupational therapist.
- Observe, record, and report to the teacher any problems or concerns, keeping records for SLPs and OTs.
- Assisting with supervising the classroom and outside (playground), ensuring a focused, safe, and well-disciplined learning environment at all times.
Educational Assistant E
Grovenor Elementary School
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Assisted in an inclusive kindergarten classroom (AM), promoted planned activities, and supported a student one-on-one with ASD and another student with cerebral palsy who needed individual support all day long.
- I took over small group activities.
- Speech and language support.
- Outside supervision, etc.
Educational Assistant E
Sherwood Elementary School
11.2012 - 06.2013
- Supported children with complex learning needs in a Full day Inclusive kindergarten classroom
- Supported one on one to a student diagnosed with autism and another student who needs behavior management support.
- Took over small group activities
- Outdoor supervision, lunch supervision, etc.
Supply Services (Educational Assistant)
Edmonton Public Schools
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2012 - 11.2012
- Worked as a supply Educational Assistant in different elementary schools, junior high schools, and senior high schools with students of different abilities (including autism and Down syndrome), and supported them in their academics and gym. Gave one-on-one aid in interaction classes. And did outdoor supervision.
Special Education Teacher
Lyceum International School
Handala, Wattala, Sri Lanka
09.2008 - 06.2012
- Worked at the Education Support Unit with kindergarten to grade 6 students with moderate to severe disabilities. Including autism, Down syndrome, and different learning difficulties.
Assistant Teacher (Pre-Grade)
Lyceum International School
Handala, Wattala, Sri Lanka
09.2007 - 09.2008
- Assisted the classroom teacher, promoted planned activities, and took over small group activities, providing one-on-one aid for the students who needed individual support in a regular classroom setting.
Assistant Teacher (Pre-Grade)
Wise International School, Kandana-Sri Lanka
01.2007 - 09.2007
- Assisted the classroom teacher and promoted planned activities and took over small group activities.
Education
American Sign Language (ASL) Level 1 -
Metro Continuing Education
Edmonton, AB, Canada12.2014
Diploma in Childcare Management -
International Vocational Academy for Children's Services Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka12.2011
Diploma in Learning Disabilities(Primary Grades) -
Ladies' College Department of Vocational Studies of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka12.2009
Certificate in Pre School Education -
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka12.2007
High School Completion - Commerce Stream
Gothami Balika Vidyalaya
Colombo, Sri Lanka06-1994
Skills
- Working with students with complex learning needs
- Supporting students with language delays
- Supporting students with speech delays
- Supporting students with motor delays
- Supporting students with autism
- Supporting students with behavioral challenges
- Supporting students with regulation difficulties
- Supporting students with ADHD
- Providing targeted small group support under the direction of the teacher
- Indoor/outdoor supervision
- Supervising students at arrival, departure, recess time, and snack time
- Assisting students with personal care and toileting
- Supporting busing
- Progress monitoring, keeping records, and reporting to the teacher
References
- Mrs.Elizabeth Gregorio, Kindergarten Teacher, Dr.Lila Fahlman School, 587 489 4710
- Mrs. Cindy Potter, Kindergarten Teacher, Aldergrove School, 780-487-5182
- Mr. Cory Mac Taggart, Principa, l Dr. Lila Fahlman School. 587 489 4710
Professional Development
- Complex Behaviour Training Module B, 02/01/20
- Complex Behaviour Training Module A, 11/01/19
- Go To Educators Training for EAs, 11/01/19
- Foundations Of Early Ears, 10/01/19
- Trauma Informed Classrooms, 10/01/19
- Understanding & Building Executive Functioning Skills, 05/01/19
- Autism 101 and Sensory Processing, 05/01/19
- Breaking Cycle of Anxiety, 11/01/18
- Supporting Vocabulary Development, 11/01/18
- Regulation Strategies, 11/01/18
- More than just a bad day- Understand & Support students who Experience Depression, 11/01/18
- Hardwired to play, 10/01/18
- Online PD Completion, 01/01/20
- Project Core - 12 Modules, 01/01/20
- Pastel Education 18 Modules, 01/01/20
- Brain Story, 01/01/20
English and Sinhalese
English
Professional
Sinhalese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Educational Assistant E
Dr.Lila Fahlman School
09.2020 - Current
Educational Assistant E
Aldergrove School
09.2017 - 06.2022
Educational Assistant E (Inclusive Learning)
Laperal Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2017
Educational Assistant - E (Inclusive Learning)
Aldergrove Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2016
Educational Assistant E (Inclusive Learning)
Dunluce Elementary School
01.2014 - 06.2014
Educational Assistant E
Grovenor Elementary School
09.2013 - 12.2013
Educational Assistant E
Sherwood Elementary School
11.2012 - 06.2013
Supply Services (Educational Assistant)
Edmonton Public Schools
06.2012 - 11.2012
Special Education Teacher
Lyceum International School
09.2008 - 06.2012
Assistant Teacher (Pre-Grade)
Lyceum International School
09.2007 - 09.2008
Assistant Teacher (Pre-Grade)
Wise International School, Kandana-Sri Lanka
01.2007 - 09.2007
American Sign Language (ASL) Level 1 -
Metro Continuing Education
Diploma in Childcare Management -
International Vocational Academy for Children's Services Sri Lanka
Diploma in Learning Disabilities(Primary Grades) -
Ladies' College Department of Vocational Studies of Sri Lanka
Certificate in Pre School Education -
The Open University of Sri Lanka
High School Completion - Commerce Stream
Gothami Balika Vidyalaya
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