| Name | : | Diany Dsouza |
| Designation | : | Class Lead – Able-Me Early Intervention & Learning Programme |
| Nationality | : | Indian |
| Languages Spoken | : | English |
Qualifications / Affiliations / Accreditations:
- Post Graduate Certificate of Education (International) – University of Birmingham, Dubai
- Diploma in Special Education Needs
- Master of Business Administration
Professional Certificates:
- Introduction to Psychology – Yale University
- ADHD: Everyday strategies for Elementary students – The State University of New York
- Certificate in SEND Code of Practice
Trainings attended:
- Assessments: Speed writing, Beery VMI, LAS Links, WIDA
- Autism Spectrum Disorder & ABA Instructional Methods
- ABA principles in teaching children with learning difficulties
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Preparation & Implementation
- Behaviour Management and Skill Building
- Foundational training for RBT (Registered Behaviour Technician)
- Emotional Literacy
- Career Related Programme (CP) in IB curriculum
Trainings Conducted:
- Understanding and modifying challenging behaviours within educational settings
- Using positive reinforcement effectively to promote behaviour for learning within classrooms.
Experience:
Diany is a qualified Special Educator who is passionate about working towards providing high quality educational opportunities to students of determination. While working as a successful Management Consultant in Dubai, she was serving as a volunteer within the Primary Unit in Al Noor Center for Persons with Disabilities. This experience of working with children of determination ignited Diany’s passion for teaching and working with students who have special education needs. Since then, she embarked on a journey to build her experience and skills in Special Education. She has worked with neurodiverse students between the ages of five and seventeen. Diany is experienced at educating and building the skills of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down’s syndrome, and other neurodevelopmental delays and disabilities. She has also worked with students who are Gifted and Talented (G&T) within mainstream school settings.
Personal Interests:
- Sustainability
- Organic Farming