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Hyma Pillay

Play Therapy, Social Emotional Learning, Early Intervention
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

9 Years of experience in working with children with different needs. Consistently drives results by building and leading high-performance teams. Excellent communication skills with proven history of effectively collaborating across all organizational levels. Passionate about building strong, resilient children. Strongly believe that each child is uniquely gifted and the role of the educator/therapist is to provide the right tools for the child to be the best version of themselves.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Education Services Manager

The Energy Source
04.2024 - Current
  • Oversee the daily functioning and running of education services.
  • Supervise, evaluate and train staff in the education team.
  • Develop and solidify the School Readiness Programme.
  • Manage the enrollment process of the Early Intervention and School Readiness Programmes.
  • Manage and ensure the delivery of high-quality education services, encompassing various programmes such as the Early Intervention Programme, School Readiness Programme, After School Club, and Personal Learning Aide provision.
  • Advise and support the Senior Lead Interventionist in updating the Early Intervention Programme's Curriculum.
  • Plan and provide trainings for internal staff, parents, and other external professionals.
  • Organise client schedules and classroom delegations under the education services.
  • Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth operation and communication across all departments.
  • Address parent concerns and conflicts and solve them effectively.
  • Screen and recruit new employees under the Education Services.
  • Conduct monthly analysis to assess the business development and revenue generation of the Education & Play Therapy services.
  • Conduct initial consultations with new clients and propose appropriate clinical pathways.
  • Provide ethical and evidence based Play Therapy & Social-Emotional Learning services to children and teenagers.

Senior Lead Interventionist

The Energy Source
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Manage and oversee all operations of the Early Intervention and School Readiness Programme
  • Supervise, coach, and train a team consisting of 21 Lead Interventionists, Interventionists and Assistant Interventionists under the Early Intervention Programme
  • Develop evidence-based curriculum for the Early Intervention and School Readiness Programme
  • Conduct relevant research to assist in the improvement and evaluation of Early Intervention Services, School Readiness and other programmes
  • Provide advice, support and training to staff about ethical and effective ways to address the needs of children including but not limited to planning, delivering and evaluating needs and priorities of children and families and intervention strategies to address needs that relate to daily living, functional performance, behaviour, gross and fine motor skills, toileting, handling and sensory integration
  • Coordinate and collaborate with other departments of the multidisciplinary team to develop the Early Intervention Programme
  • Work closely with stakeholders (parents, therapists, schools, medical practitioners) to ensure all parties involved with a child's intervention are aligned
  • Contribute to the design, business development, knowledge and evaluation of the Early Intervention, and School Readiness Programme
  • Implement school policies as well as health and safety protocols
  • Set KPIs and goals for Interventionists, and support them in meeting them
  • Conduct consultation services with new clients to offer appropriate services for families
  • Assess risks and solve crises that arise within the Early Intervention and School Readiness Programme
  • Perform mid-year and annual reviews for supervisees
  • Assess, interview and recruit candidates that make the best fit for the team
  • Participate in activities that promote the business development of the organisation.

Interventionist

The Energy Source
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided Early Intervention and Learning Support services to children.
  • Adapted instructional materials and strategies to meet the unique learning needs of each child in the program.
  • Worked closely with Lead Interventionists and Therapists to ensure a holistic approach in supporting each child's needs.
  • Encouraged parental involvement in the education process through consistent updates on student progress, recommendations for at-home support, and invitations to school events.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
  • Served as a mentor and resource for new interventionists and assistant interventionists, sharing insights on successful strategies and fostering a supportive professional community.
  • Implemented behavioral management strategies to maintain a focused and productive classroom environment during interventions sessions.
  • Boosted social-emotional development through consistent modeling of appropriate behaviors and interactions.

Learning Facilitator

Hils Learning Sdn Bhd
07.2015 - 08.2021
  • Prepare individualized lesson plans for students - this includes: 1
  • Homeschooling programme for both American and British syllabus, focusing on core subjects like Math, English, Science and History
  • 2
  • Learning support for children with learning difficulties, specializing in Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, ASD, ADHD and ADD
  • 3
  • Social and Emotional Learning: this includes teaching expected behaviors in social environments and tools for emotional regulation
  • 4
  • Individualised support for children who struggle with anger issues, anxiety disorder, and poor self-esteem
  • Construct interactive and fun based learning sessions using games and movements, and utilizing the child's strengths and interests to fill in learning gaps
  • Collaborate with school teachers, therapists, and medical workers involved with the student to ensure all goals are aligned for the student's best interest
  • Research new methodologies to be updated with the latest that's happening in the special needs industry
  • Conduct internal training for staff members on new methodologies learnt
  • Design and conduct Math and Social Thinking workshops for children and parents
  • Deliver Special Needs Education training for schools
  • Develop and execute a training and certification course for Shadow Aides and Personal Learning Assistants which is approved by the British Psychological Society.

Operations Leader

Leaderonomics Sdn Bhd
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Manage all operations under the editorial team
  • Write and edit career and leadership related articles
  • Manage the 'Starting Young" column, which is targeted for school students
  • Coordinate and manage internal and external writers
  • Develop and conduct a simulation programme on creativity and innovation for a one-day camp for kids
  • Facilitate Kids and Youth camps and programmes, playing the role of a mentor to a group of children during the duration of the camp
  • Conduct sessions at Kids and Youth Camp
  • Facilitate CSR programmes for different organisations, such as taking children from orphanages on a day trip to Melaka.

Project Coordinator

Oxford Business Group
12.2011 - 02.2013
  • Coordinate with offices of the top management in private sectors and government agencies to schedule meetings for the editorial team
  • Assist the team in research for the report
  • Liaise with clients for advertising and finance matters
  • Coordinate with barter companies
  • Monitor and oversee the book delivery process.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Arts and Social Science -

UNIVERSITY MALAYA

Diploma in Child Psychology and Learning Disorders Management - undefined

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Post-Grad Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills - Play Therapy

Leeds Beckett University
UK
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Leadership

  • Organisation & Project Management

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Curriculum Design

  • Early Intervention

  • Social Emotional Learning

  • Developmental Psychology

  • Play Therapy

  • Neurodivergent Affirming Practise

  • AAC

  • Sensory Intergation

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Anxiety, Anger & Behavior Interventions

Other Roles

Intervention Programme Consultant - The Passion Hub (Penang)

(May 2024 - current)


1. Provide support and supervision to the Intervention Team Leads. 

2. Plan and execute monthly team trainings. 

3. Work closely with Head Teacher to bridge training gaps, address concerns and find solutions in ensuring smooth execution of programmes. 

4. Guide Intervention Team Leads in their professional development.

Certification

Lego Based Therapy - Dr. Daniel LeGoff: Founder, Lego Based Therapy (USA)

References

  • Stacey Shah, Principal Speech Therapist at The Energy Source: staceyannshah@gmail.com
  • Jacqlynn Teong, Director at The Passion Hub: jacqlynnteong@thepassionhub.org

Timeline

Education Services Manager

The Energy Source
04.2024 - Current

Senior Lead Interventionist

The Energy Source
01.2022 - 03.2024

Interventionist

The Energy Source
09.2021 - 12.2021

Learning Facilitator

Hils Learning Sdn Bhd
07.2015 - 08.2021

Operations Leader

Leaderonomics Sdn Bhd
03.2013 - 01.2015

Project Coordinator

Oxford Business Group
12.2011 - 02.2013

Post-Grad Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills - Play Therapy

Leeds Beckett University
04.2001 -

Bachelor's Degree in Arts and Social Science -

UNIVERSITY MALAYA

Diploma in Child Psychology and Learning Disorders Management - undefined

CENTRE OF ALLIED EDUCATORS

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