Sonia Nair is an Educational Therapist with over 15 years of experience in the field of education, of which she served 8 years as a special education teacher. She holds a Diploma in Special Needs Education and has obtained a Certificate in Dyslexia & Literacy Teaching, with a specialization in the Orton-Gillingham approach.
Sonia has extensive expertise in working with students with both learning and physical disabilities, including Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia, Attention-Deficit /Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), visual impairment, and several other physical disabilities. Sonia has a proven track record of effectively teaching students with various learning disabilities, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Her commitment to helping each student reach their full potential is evident in her tailored teaching methods, which cater to individual learning styles and needs.
"Every person has the potential to learn as long as the teaching is geared in the right manner." This philosophy underpins Sonia's approach to education, emphasizing the importance of personalized and adaptive teaching strategies.
Sonia was honoured with a nomination for the Outstanding SPED Teacher Award (OSTA) in 2023, a testament to her dedication and excellence in the field of special education.
Beyond her professional life, Sonia enjoys spending quality time with her husband and her 3-year-old daughter. Together, they explore new hiking routes and engage in creative craft projects. This balance of professional dedication and personal fulfilment enriches Sonia's perspective and approach to education.
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