Buvanesh , 28

Buvanesh , 28. Social Assistance Manager , MSF.

3 reasons. I would like to be an Educational therapist ...

story. m y. 1..

My Dyslexia Story. I was 15 when my brother, who was 9 then, was identified to have Dyslexia. He was struggling to keep up with his peers academically from which other behavioural and social issues surfaced. He was a shy, timid child who barely spoke..

We were very fortunate to have grown in an environment with good support system. My parents being educators themselves never viewed my brother’s Dyslexia to be a barrier to his learning ..

I strongly feel how my parents viewed his Dyslexia and supported him throughout played a critical role in his development. It had also set the stage for my siblings and I, we did not look down on him but were well aware he needed more time to learn things in creative ways..

My parents were fully supportive of my brother’s areas of interests. Although unconventional, they viewed these experiences to be holistic and enriching for his development..

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I remember having to set aside a lot of my time to help tutor my brother. I would find ways around getting my brother to learn or understand something. Using flashcards, breaking down information into smaller bits or narrating a story even..

My brother’s growth inspired me to want to explore this field. From tutoring my brother, i discovered my love for teaching. I went on to tutor other children alongside school and I loved it. It was great for me..

There were some kids i came across, and I would start to wonder why they were struggling. It was a matter of simple modifications, while some took more time, others learnt in their own unique ways..

And because of my personal experience with my brother, I always believed there is no child that “can’t” learn. Our brains were all made to learn. Given the right conditions, a comfortable and welcoming environment, paired with a trusting and safe working relationship with a teacher, I am confident that growth is inevitable. In my opinion, relationship precedes learning. We all deserved to have someone believe in us, to not give up on us. Personally, i would thrive in such an environment..

2. Education & Experience Relevance.

Education and Experience relevance. I went on to pursue Early Childhood Education. I started out as a preschool teacher. During my time in the field, I came across children with differing needs requiring specialised guidance. Later, I was offered to work with children with learning/developmental differences (Autism, ADHD, GDD) in an inclusive preschool setting..

Education and Experience relevance. From being a classroom teacher, I progressively went on to designing curriculum in an inclusive preschool setting. Working with a diverse range of students posed a wide variety of challenges. Every time i designed a lesson plan, each activity was tailored to my student’s age,interests and learning styles in which I knew they learn best..

While working with a diverse range of students, a wide variety of challenges were posed. Every time i designed a lesson plan, each activity was tailored to my student’s age,interests and learning styles in which I knew they learn best. I would incorporate lots of games and multi sensory activities to make learning more engaging for all students children who were typically developing as well..

My training in Early Childhood Education and Psychology has helped me to gain an in-depth understanding of an individual’s holistic development from infant to childhood and adulthood. In my opinion, the biggest need for educators today is to change the lens through which they view their students. Students can benefit greatly from having a teacher who is able to recognise their individual needs and provide accommodations that help them stay engaged in the learning process..

3. Passion.

3. Passion. I am passionate about helping people. I take special interest in working with children. To be an educational therapist would be more than a job . When children are supported in ways to achieve their fullest potential, it enables them to transform their academic as well as personal lives. To me , this is meaningful work. It brings me joy to see people evolve from a place of helplessness to newfound hope..

As an educational therapist, I would be able to provide a safe space for children who feel vulnerable, to experience highly individualised learning of strategies to cope better with their learning differences. Coupled work and educational knowledge with a long period of growing up with my brother who has Dyslexia, I feel I am in a privileged position to relate to and to guide students under my tutelage..

This role is in alignment with my core values of ensuring individuals regardless of their differences and circumstances, are given the support needed to achieve their full potential. My ultimate goal is to make learning more engaging and accessible for all students and provide them with the tools and strategies they need to become successful, independent learners for the rest of their lives..

Fun fact: Shortly after his diagnosis, my brother was attending DAS classes from the age of 10 till 13. I remember how eager he was to going for these classes and it was unusual , knowing how much he did not look forward to going to school. Thank you DAS for your meaningful contributions to my brother’s development. Allow me to give back, to make significant changes in the lives of several other children who may be facing struggles, similar to that of my brother’s..