Zainab Ibrahim
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Special Education Needs Teacher Aide with a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment. Experienced in guiding and assisting children with special needs, providing caring authority and positive boundaries to encourage healthy interactions and personal growth. Approach emphasizes a predictable routine and nurturing relationships, ensuring each child feels valued and understood. Passionate about promoting each child's development and well-being within the school community, eager to contribute skills in creating a positive learning experience for all students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SEN Teaching Assistant
Zen Educate
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Customer Team Member
The Cooperative Food
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Kept the store clean, tidy and safe through regular deep cleans, visual merchandising, sweeping and removing empty shelf packaging.
- Assisted customers in locating store items by taking them to item's location and making recommendations on appropriate brands based on needs.
- Ensured customer service stayed excellent, attentive and helpful by proactively going the extra mile to assist customer needs.
- Conducted tasks as instructed by managers, such as cleaning and shelf dressing, completing under tight deadlines and without assistance.
Passenger Assistant
HATS LTD
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Contributed to passenger risk assessments, providing updates on passenger conducts and behavioural management strategies.
- Operated wheelchair lift and securely anchored passengers ensuring safety and comfort.
- Provided caring, calm and friendly service to all passengers with varying needs.
- Performed morning and afternoon school runs for students with varying mental health issues.
Temporary Receptionist
Lampton Academy
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Welcomed guests and clients in friendly, positive manner.
- Maintained clean and orderly reception area to impress and welcome visitors.
- Answered and directed incoming calls to relevant staff members using multi-line telephone system.
- Directed clerical tasks including copying, faxing and file management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Roehampton
London, Roehampton, Greater London09-2024
A-Levels - Psychology, Philosophy and Ethics, English Literature
Lampton Academy
London, Hounslow, Middlesex07-2020
GCSEs - English, Mathematics and Triple Science
Lampton Academy
London, Hounslow, Middlesex07-2018
Skills
- Proficient in one-on-one support for special needs students, including thorough behavior documentation
- Experienced in assisting the Class Teacher with lesson preparation, delivery, and evaluation
- Skilled in supervising students during classroom activities to promote a safe environment
- Capable of organizing and preparing for parent evenings and school events
- Supportive during outings and class trips, aligning activities with the curriculum
- Competent in outdoor supervision and lunch duty to maintain a positive atmosphere
- Committed to ongoing training to enhance skills and support student needs
Certification
- First Aid Training, HATS LTD - 2021-2023
- Safeguarding Training, ZEN Educate - 2024-2025
- Mental Health First Aider, MHFA England - 2024-2026
Hobbies
- Volunteering: Actively participate in community service and tutoring programs, enhancing my ability to connect with diverse groups and support student development.
- Arts and Crafts: Engage in various creative projects, fostering creativity and resourcefulness that can be applied in educational settings.
- Photography: Enjoy capturing moments and creating visual content, which enhances my ability to document events and engage students visually.
- Travel: Explore different cultures and environments, broadening my perspective and understanding of diverse student backgrounds.
Timeline
SEN Teaching Assistant
Zen Educate
04.2023 - 10.2024
Passenger Assistant
HATS LTD
08.2021 - 05.2022
Customer Team Member
The Cooperative Food
03.2020 - 06.2022
Temporary Receptionist
Lampton Academy
04.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Roehampton
A-Levels - Psychology, Philosophy and Ethics, English Literature
Lampton Academy
GCSEs - English, Mathematics and Triple Science
Lampton Academy
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