Wawira Wanjiru
@wawirawanjiru
Compassionate shadow teacher and home-based caregiver for children with special needs.
What I'm looking for
I am a compassionate, results-driven shadow teacher and home-based caregiver specializing in autism, dyslexia, and diverse learning needs. I design and deliver individualized one-to-one interventions—AAC, visual supports, multisensory literacy, behavior-management, and sensory-regulation—to improve communication, independence, and academic engagement.
I collaborate closely with therapists, families, and teachers to set measurable goals, maintain detailed progress documentation, and adapt interventions for consistent child-centered gains. I am certified in CPR/AED and Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintain strong health and safety practices.
My practical experience spans shadow teaching, homeschooling support, and home-based caregiving where I provided medication assistance, vital-sign monitoring, and routine care. I have a track record of enabling non-verbal children to communicate needs, coaching social communication, and improving literacy confidence for learners with dyslexia.
I bring patience, adaptability, meticulous observation and reporting skills, and a dedication to creating structured, nurturing environments that foster independence, emotional regulation, and academic progress.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Shadow Teacher / Home School Teacher
Trice
Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Provide personalized homeschooling and therapeutic support for a learner with special needs, using communication strategies, sensory supports, and behavioral techniques to advance academic progress and independence.
Shadow Teacher
Richo's Farm
Jun 2025 - Dec 2025 (6 months)
Delivered structured daily learning and sensory-regulation supports to encourage engagement, independence, and emotional stability in academic and home settings.
Shadow Teacher
Fridah
Jan 2025 - Oct 2025 (9 months)
Provided individualized learning and behavior-support for a child with special educational needs, implementing routines and strategies that improved emotional regulation and social interaction.
Home-Based Caregiver
Care 360
Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 (2 months)
Provided home caregiving including medication assistance, vital-sign monitoring, and daily living support while maintaining safety and professional care standards.
Shadow Teacher
The Autism International Foundation
May 2024 - Dec 2024 (7 months)
Supported learners with autism through one-on-one interventions using visual supports, AAC, and structured routines, improving communication and engagement while collaborating with therapists and caregivers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ujuzi Fursa Africa
Certificate, Information Technology
2024 - 2024
Completed training in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for documentation, communication, and reporting.
Ujuzi Fursa Africa
Certificate, First Aid and Emergency Response
2024 - 2024
Completed certification in CPR, AED and First Aid covering emergency response procedures and AED use.
Ujuzi Fursa Africa
Certificate, Infection Control
2024 - 2024
Completed training on bloodborne pathogen safety focused on infection prevention and safe handling procedures.
Ujuzi Fursa Africa
Certificate, Basic Life Support
2024 - 2024
Achieved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification covering life-saving emergency response and medical support procedures.
Unspecified Training Provider
Certificate in Childcare, Childcare
2023 - 2024
Completed childcare course focused on paediatric support, child safety, and caregiving practices to support children's development and wellbeing.
Unspecified Training Provider
Certificate in Caregiving, Caregiving
2023 - 2024
Completed caregiver training covering patient support, health monitoring, safety procedures, and caregiving best practices.
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