MEET NATASHA JOBANPUTRA

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GET TO KNOW ME

Hi everyone! Welcome to my page. I built this page for employers and prospective clients to get to know me better than what is on my resume. Throughout the page you will be able to see my experiences in education and employment.

I truly have a passion for a diversity in people, and I strive for inclusion in everything that I do. Since I was 13 years old, I have been working with individuals with exceptionalities. The genuineness of human nature is so unique; we are all like snowflakes, no one is the same. Embracing and accepting these differences really enhances the way that we are able to teach and learn. There are so many different ways to learn, whether it be through traditional mediums such as books or by a more contemporary approach through the use of technology. Elevating students to reach their potential is what drives me to make a difference. Knowledge is power, and to allow everyone to have the opportunity and access to gain knowledge is my goal.

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PAST EXPERIENCE

What I’ve Done

TECHNOLOGY COACH, LEARNSTYLE

Sept 2020- Present

Conducted one-to-one coaching sessions with students virtually and in person
Specialized support for students with learning disabilities, struggling readers and writers, and those who usually have classroom accommodations
Support for parents and educators to navigate the online learning environment with their children

INSTRUCTOR THERAPIST

Jan 2018-Present

Assess individual child's skills, abilities, interests, strengths and learning needs
Collect and analyze data to be used to evaluate child’s progress toward program goals
Implements assistive technologies for the students use in all aspects of life, and the ability to learn and apply new software and technology
Undertake specific programming targets including academic, life skills and self-regulation using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) procedures as determined by the Senior Therapist (ST)
Collaborate with all team members to facilitate and implement both group and 1:1

SPECIALIST, APPLE

Nov 2017-Aug 2018,
Nov 2019- Aug 2020

Train customers of various backgrounds and levels on how to use their personal/business Apple technology
Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a high degree of professionalism

GROUP ASSISTANT, KIDSABILITY

Mar 2019-Mar 2020

Encourage participation among group members; strengthened social interactions through activities
Understanding of developmental disabilities
Demonstrates effective group facilitation skills

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ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Learning and Living

MED, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Sept 2018- Jan 2020

Graduated with Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Developmental Psychology and Education
Specialization in Technology in Education
Academic course highlights: Psychology and Education of Children with Learning Disabilities, Introduction to Special Education and Adaptive Instruction, Technology for Adaptive Instruction and Special Education

BA, UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

Sept 2014- Dec 2017

Graduated with BA in Honours Social Development Studies with a Specialization in Education
Academic course highlights: Lifespan Development, Children’s Rights, Sociology of Education, Educational psychology, Exceptional Children, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health in Education

ADULT TEACHING CERTIFICATE, DURHAM COLLEGE

In progress

designed programs, courses, and learning events that meet adult learner's needs, interests and organizational requirements
Facilitate learning that addresses the diverse needs of adult learners by utilizing a variety of appropriate instructional techniques
Apply strategies to evaluate learning in adult learning environments
Integrate reflective and meaningful practice into all teaching activities

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