sairah issac

Enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant adept at providing constructive feedback to students and lead teachers on educational and student behavioral matters.

Uses creative approach to problem-solving and consistently treats students with respect.

Learning Support Assistant - Doris Duan Young Autism Center- Dubai, UAE

• Contributed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children.
• Assisted with development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
• Facilitated child's academic, language, self-help & socio-emotional skills, using individualized reinforcement techniques.
• Delivered differentiated curriculum for inclusion students and supported their overall progress and development.
• Conducted regular discussions with parents and the school.
• Ensured timely and accurate completion of forms and reports related to effective provision for students.

Trainee Child Psychologist- Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi, India

• Assisted the Child & Adolescent Psychologist in observing, monitoring and recording 5 clients' case
  history.
• Co-led client sessions with the Psychologist applying counseling & interviewing skills through effective rapport building and empathetic communication.
• Gained insight on the etiology of various disorders such as ASD, LD, Anxiety disorders, Depression etc. in children.
• Developed presentations and conducted webinars based on research for behaviour management.

Intern Wellness Team Leader- Auracle Wellness Center, Dubai, UAE

• Handled a team of the MBT Camp, keeping track of their progress in following the wellness plan using spreadsheets, addressing their grievances patiently and promptly, and coordinating with the team coordinator effectively.
• Co-hosted virtual Meditation Master Class for 42 meditators.
• Created 5 e-commercial posters and logos using Canva.
• Developed presentations and assisted with research projects by conducting research and proofreading documents for Mind and Body Boot Camp (MBT).

Speech Pathology Intern- Lifeway Rehabilitation Center, Ajman, UAE 

• Observed and monitored Speech therapy sessions of 7 children diagnosed with disorders such as ASD, ADHD, Hearing impairment & Cerebral Palsy.
• Implemented and adhered to therapeutic intervention plans and protocols in co-led sessions to optimize children's response.
• Treated children and communicated with their parents with respect, kindness and empathy.
• Recorded client's progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.

B. A (HONS.) APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY

Amity University Dubai

CGPA 9.21 - 2nd Rank - Silver Medalist

Term Papers

• Psychological Issues of Adopted children
• Development of Language skills amongst children
• Bibliotherapy: A therapeutic intervention fostering Self-discovery and Self-development in Special Needs Children

Poster Presentations

• The Perils of Online Counterfeits on Luxury Brands
• Mirror Books: A Gateway to Self-discovery & Skill development in Special Needs Children

Thesis

• Academic Resilience & Virtual Religious Practices among Adolescents during the pandemic

Continuing Education

• Behavior Skills Training: How BST approach can be utilized in Applied Settings- Dubai Autism Center | 2 Type II CEs
• Direct Instruction: How DI curriculum can be utilized with students with developmental delays and autism | 3 Type II CEs