I am an experienced teacher and Special Education Needs teacher, with a genuine love for teaching and commitment to helping students thrive. I am an advocate for change and improvement in inclusive policy and classroom practices. As an effective classroom practitioner, I have developed strong communication skills that help me connect with students and bring out the best in them. I’m committed to creating a supportive learning environment that fosters student success and am excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to a new position. I display the use of initiative whilst under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Elizabeth Funmilola Ogundiran

I am an experienced teacher and Special Education Needs teacher, with a genuine love for teaching and commitment to helping students thrive. I am an advocate for change and improvement in inclusive policy and classroom practices. As an effective classroom practitioner, I have developed strong communication skills that help me connect with students and bring out the best in them. I’m committed to creating a supportive learning environment that fosters student success and am excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to a new position. I display the use of initiative whilst under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

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I am an experienced teacher and Special Education Needs teacher, with a genuine love for teaching and commitment to helping students thrive. I am an advocate for change and improvement in inclusive policy and classroom practices. As an effective classroom practitioner, I have developed strong communication skills that help me connect with students and bring out the best in them. I’m committed to creating a supportive learning environment that fosters student success and am excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to a new position.
I display the use of initiative whilst under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

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Work Experience

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) at Greenpath Preparatory School
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Led identification of students with learning challenges, advised teachers on inclusive practices, and helped develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Managed teaching and support staff to improve progress, supported classroom behavior management, and coordinated referrals to external therapists and health professionals. Prepared IEPs and clinic notes, and produced progress reports.
Support Teacher to Students with Special Education Needs at Greenpath Preparatory School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Developed and implemented individualized plans for students with diverse learning needs; adapted instruction and materials for accessibility; provided speech therapy and academic support; collaborated with teachers, therapists, and staff to ensure consistent support and accommodations; used differentiated instruction and assessment to monitor progress.
Volunteer Agent at Project PINK BLUE
January 1, 2018 - Present
Tracked project activities, contributed to planning and implementation, and organized orientation programs and meetings for events such as World Cancer Day and fundraising activities.
Administrative (Switchboard Operator) at VIC LAWRENCE & ASSOCIATES LIMITED
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Operate switchboard and intercom systems; answer calls, provide information, and route messages as necessary.
Teacher at Community Secondary School, Alode Eleme, Rivers State
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
NYSC assignment focusing on engaging students and facilitating learning; used formative and summative assessments to secure progress.
Nursery Teacher at Gloryland School, Off Pipeline, Ilorin, Kwara State
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Prepared daily plans to help children learn essential social, cognitive, and motor skills; organized outdoor activities and games to support motor development.
Teaching Practice at Government Girls’ Day Secondary School, OKO-ERIN, Ilorin, Kwara State
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Managed classroom environment and mentored students as a homeroom teacher; taught English, Mathematics and Business Studies.

Education

Master of Education in Educational Psychology (In-View) at University of Abuja
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor of Education; Education Management at Kwara State University of Ilorin
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
NCE; Business Education at Federal College of Education, Kontagora, Niger State
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSC) at David Akintola College, Sabo-Oke Road, Ilorin, Kwara
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

TRCN Registration (Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria)
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Neurolinguistics Programming (NLP) in Special Education
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Introduction to Developmental Disorder
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Working with Students with Special Educational Needs
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Engaging with SEN - Autism Spectrum Disorder
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Engaging with SEN - Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Engaging with SEN - Autism
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Engaging with Assessment for Learning
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Engaging with Learning Technologies - Cyber Well-being
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Understanding Child Protection
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Improving Lives of All Affected by Autism
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Understanding Autism in Women and Girls
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Good Practice in Autism Education
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Government