Abraham Buitrago Arenas

With a PhD in Education specializing in the development of online educational programs for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Level 1, a Master's degree in Education Management and Leadership, and a Master's degree in Autism, I possess a comprehensive understanding of educational strategies and interventions tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners.

My PhD in Education has afforded me an in-depth knowledge of the specific challenges faced by ASD Level 1 students from around the world. Through my research, I have developed an online educational program that caters to the unique learning styles and needs of this population. This experience has honed my ability to design and implement evidence-based interventions that foster conversation skills in both typically-developing and autistic primary-school-aged children. I am adept at utilizing technology to create interactive and engaging learning environments that facilitate language development and social communication.

Complementing my doctoral studies, my Master's degree in Education Management and Leadership has equipped me with the skills necessary to oversee and coordinate research projects effectively. I possess a strong background in project management, data analysis, and research methodology, ensuring that the research conducted under my guidance adheres to rigorous standards. Additionally, my Level 8 doctorate diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership has provided me with a strategic mindset and the ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities for innovation and improvement within educational contexts.

Furthermore, my Master's degree in Autism has furnished me with a comprehensive understanding of the unique characteristics and challenges faced by individuals on the autism spectrum. This knowledge allows me to tailor interventions and instructional strategies specifically to meet the needs of autistic children, fostering their conversational abilities and facilitating their integration into social settings.

Finally, my Level 5 diploma in Education and Training has equipped me with practical teaching skills and pedagogical knowledge, enabling me to effectively engage with primary-school-aged children and facilitate their learning and development.

In summary, my diverse qualifications, including a PhD in Education specializing in online educational programs for ASD Level 1 students, a Master's degree in Education Management and Leadership, a Master's degree in Autism, a Level 8 doctorate diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, and a Level 5 diploma in Education and Training, position me as an exceptional candidate for the role of Research Assistant/Post-Doctoral Research Associate focused on conversation skills in typically-developing and autistic primary-school-aged children. I am eager to apply my expertise to contribute meaningfully to research initiatives aimed at enhancing the communication abilities and social integration of these children.

Lecturer, Lancang Kuning University- Indonesia. January 2023- Now Examiner and moderator, Cambridge International. May 2023- Now Duty Manager, SEN Swim- London, United Kingdom. September 2022- Now Headteacher of Further Education Site, Seva Education- London, United Kingdom. SEPTEMBER 2021 – AUGUST 2022 - Deputy safeguarding leader. - Oversee day-to-day college operations - Manage college logistics - Set learning goals for students and teachers based on national curricula - Monitor and report on teacher performance - Present data from school performance to board members - Research new resources and techniques to improve teaching - Interview and hire school personnel - Review and implement school policies - Provide guidance and counselling to teachers - Handle emergencies and school crises - Organize school events and assemblies - Ensure a safe and clean environment for students - Attend conferences to gain knowledge on current educational trends Examiner and moderator, PEARSON/EDEXCEL. APRIL 2022- NOW SEN Teacher, Sybil Elgar School— London, United Kingdom. JUNE 2015 – SEPTEMBER 2021 - Creating Maths, English, PSHE, Languages and Pre-Entry curriculums of the school. - Making timetables for academic year lessons, for teachers and students. - Developing programmes of learning activities. - Planning, preparing, and researching lessons. - Preparing and adapting teaching materials making use of special facilities and/or equipment. - Contact and teaching time with students on an individual, class or small group basis. - Checking and assessing students' work and giving feedback. - Attending meetings and reviews - Liaising with parents, external agencies and a range of other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, physiotherapists and educational. Psychologists - Writing reports. - Coordinating the work of support staff. - Teaching IGSCE English, GCSE Maths, A level Spanish, GCSE Geography, Functional Skills in Maths and English from Entry 1 to Level 2, Business Enterprise (different projects such as Gardening, Baking or Upcycling) and tutor group teacher. Teacher Trainer (Level 5 in Education and Training), — London, United Kingdom. SEPT 2018 – AUGUST 2021 - Guiding Level 5 in Education and Training candidates. - Observing the lessons candidates prepared, assessing them according OFSTED criteria and giving them feedback. - Writing reports about candidate’s performance during the lesson. Exam Invigilator, Sybil Elgar School— London, United Kingdom. SEPT 2017 – AUGUST 2021 - Supervising the students during their exams and ensuring exam regulations are met. Exam Officer, Sybil Elgar School— London, United Kingdom. SEPT 2018 – AUGUST 2021 - Creating the following policies for conducting examinations: appeal procedure, contingency plan 2020-21, Emergency evacuation plan, Exam policy and procedures, risk assessment for exams, use of word processor statement, verify candidate identity, student’s handbook. - Creating a system for uploading qualification evidence, for the following subjects: Arts, PE, Catering, Work Experience, Business Enterprise, Music, Dance, Life and Living Skills and PSCHE and making sure that all the evidence are following JCQ guidance. - Being charge of the 2020 JCQ inspection, getting a particularly good feedback from them. This include preparation of the Exam series policies and risk assessments. - Organising and leading June 2020 exam series and November 2020 exam series. - Curriculum Advisor. - Liaising with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including students, parents, Heads of Departments, Heads of Years, teachers, reception staff, site staff, IT staff and awarding organisations. - Being aware of examination changes and examination-related policies. - Managing exam invigilators. This includes training new invigilators and updating existing invigilators on rules and regulation changes on an annual basis - Managing the examination entry process, including gathering information from teaching staff to ensure that students’ examination entries are made correctly and on time - Managing the examination preparation process. This includes preparing examination timetables for students and staff; creating seating plans for each examination room; briefing candidates, staff, and parents; receiving, checking and securely storing confidential examination materials; administering internal assessment etc. - Supporting the process relating to access arrangements by supporting the SENCo in making applications, rooming, training invigilators, managing emergency access arrangements etc. - Managing examination days in accordance with awarding body regulations, including preparing for each exam day, starting an examination, dealing with emergencies, irregularities and malpractice, ending the examination, collecting the examination scripts and packing and dispatching examination scripts. - Managing examination results. This includes accessing results electronically/downloading results from awarding body secure sites and preparing for results to be disseminated to each student/candidate - Dealing with requests and administering post-results services and issuing qualification certificates. Sous-Chef, Jazz Cafe— London, United Kingdom. JAN 2013 - AUG 2015 - Developping new menu options based on seasonal changes and customer demand. - Assisting with the preparation and planning of meal designs and ensure that kitchen activities operate in a timely manner. - Monitoring and recording inventory, and if necessary, order new supplies. - Recruiting and training new kitchen employees to meet restaurant and kitchen standards and provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks including line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating. - Creating schedules for kitchen employees and evaluate their performance. - Adhering to and implement sanitation regulations and safety regulations. - Managing the kitchen team in the executive chef's absence. Fruit Section coordinator, Makro— Alcorcón , Spain. JUNE 2009 - DEC 2012 - Monitor and record inventory, and if necessary, order new supplies. - Train new employees to meet shop standards and provide support to different sections of the shop. - Create schedules for fruit section employees and evaluate their performance. - Adhere to and imp

PhD in Law, Education and Development / SEPT 2020 – ONGOING - Università Telematica Pegaso- Italy. MA in Education Management and Leadership (TOP-UP program after the Diploma in Education Management and Leadership) / JANUARY 2021 – DECEMBER 2021. - Chichester University — Chichester, United Kingdom. AMI Montessori Adolescent Workshop/ APRIL 2021- MAY 2021. Level 8 Doctorate Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership. 180 RQF credits / SEPT 2020 – June 2021. - Qualify UK Postgraduate Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership – Level 7 RQF 120 credits / AUG 2020 – DEC 2020. - London School of Business and Research (LSBR) — London, United Kingdom. Postgraduate Level 7 Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (TESOL) 120 credits / JAN 2019 – APRIL 2020 - London School of International Business (LSIB) — London, United Kingdom. Master in Autistic Spectrum Disorder / SEPT 2018 - DEC 2019 - Instituo Superior de Psicologia y Educacion (ISPEDUC)- Madrid, Spain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) / SEPT 2016 – JAN 2017 - Society for Education and Training Functional Skills Level 2 in English (C1) / NOV 2016 Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths / NOV 2016 Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. RQF 120 credits at Level 5 / SEPT 2015 – AUG 2016 - Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) — United Kingdom. Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia (UNED) / SEPT 2010 – JULY 2013 - Bachelor degree in Pedagogy (first 2 years of the degree) – Madrid, Spain Certificate in Higher Education in Dental technician. / SEPT