Overview
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline

Ako Ayuk

Blossom ABA
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Dependable Teacher, Behavior Therapist, and Incident Response Analyst experienced in creating stimulating learning environments for young children and implementing behavior intervention plans. Achieved positive developmental milestones through innovative teaching strategies and effective classroom management. Investigated network alerts and phishing incidents, ensuring smooth SOC operations while providing support for technical teams.

Work History

Kids Coding Instructor (part time)

7 Months
Bricks4Kids | 05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for classrooms of 20-30 children, enhancing coding skills through SCRATCH.
  • Maintained laptops, iPads, and Lego products to create interactive games for the children.
  • Monitored and assessed students' performance and social development to support individual growth.
  • Maintained laptops, iPads, and Lego products, facilitating the creation of interactive games for hands-on learning.
  • Escorted children safely to their cars during pick-up procedures.

Lead Educator

1 Year 10 Months
Bright Horizons Childcare (Jeanette Cathy Children Center) | 10.2024 - Current
  • Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social and emotional development.
  • Mentored and trained new educators on classroom management techniques.
  • Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress effectively.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Collaborated with parents to support children's learning objectives.
  • Led team meetings to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.
  • Conducted workshops for staff on early childhood education trends and methodologies.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
  • Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
  • Streamlined communication processes between educators, parents, and administration.

Pre-K Teacher

1 Year 1 Month
Towns Square Academy | 07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that encouraged social and emotional development.
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Organized educational activities enhancing cognitive skills through play-based learning.
  • Assessed student performance and adapted instructional methods for improved outcomes.
  • Collaborated with parents to support student progress and address individual needs.
  • Established routines promoting discipline, respect, and cooperation among students.
  • Mentored new staff on curriculum implementation and classroom management strategies.

Cyber Security – SOC Analyst & IT Support

3 Years 9 Months
ThinkTech Consulting | 09.2019 - 06.2023
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, as well as independently, to resolve complex technical issues and improve overall system performance.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of responding to and resolving security incidents in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Monitored and managed distribution points to ensure timely delivery of resources.
  • Supported various workstation hardware models by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Showed excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling clear and concise communication of technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Showcased knowledge in system administration, network management, and security operations center (SOC) analysis, ensuring optimal performance and security of enterprise systems.
  • Showcased knowledge in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems for various environments.
  • Gained experience with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), security information and event management (SIEM), and log analysis tools for comprehensive threat monitoring and response.
  • Skilled in the implementation and maintenance of network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs, ensuring secure and efficient network communication.
  • In-depth understanding of common attack vectors, malware analysis, and vulnerability assessment methodologies to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various cybersecurity frameworks.
  • Identifies, interprets, documents, categorizes, triages, and resolves cyber, physical, and communications incidents
  • Provides leadership and high-level CSOC Security Support managing cyber and network sensor activity.
  • Performed security event and incident correlation using information from diverse enterprise sources to enhance threat detection and response.
  • Attended daily SOC briefings to stay informed on current security incidents and strategies..
  • Created and updated daily shift receipts to maintain accurate records of security operations..
  • Monitored and investigated SPLUNK and SIEM dashboards to proactively identify security threats and maintain system integrity.
  • Performs cyber incident triage to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify the specific vulnerability and make recommendations which enable expeditious remediation.
  • Performs initial threat or target analysis of cyber, physical, and communications incident information.
  • Ensures timely and effective relationship management with internal and external mission partners
  • Identifies & track vulnerabilities using the provided scan engines and report on their remediation progress.
  • Configures vulnerability scan engines to perform authenticated scans against systems for accurate reporting.
  • Monitored and managed distribution points to facilitate efficient resource distribution.
  • REMOTE

Pre- K Teacher

1 Year 1 Month
La Petite Academy Inc. | 07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
  • Enhanced communication channels with families using digital platforms for updates and resources.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to promote social-emotional development in students.
  • Collaborated with parents to support individual learning needs and enhance student outcomes.

Art Teacher (part Time)

10 Months
Arts Clayton | 01.2018 - 11.2018
  • Developed innovative lesson plans that enhanced student engagement and artistic expression.
  • Facilitated art workshops, fostering collaboration and creativity among students of diverse backgrounds.
  • Collaborated with local artists to enrich curriculum content and provide real-world insights to students.
  • Organized school-wide art exhibitions, showcasing student work and promoting community involvement in the arts.
  • Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing learning experiences through digital art tools and resources.
  • Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
  • Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management techniques.

Registered Behavior Technician

1 Year 4 Months
Blossom ABA | 04.2025 - Current
  • Monitored data collection processes to ensure accuracy in tracking behavioral outcomes.
  • Engaged families in therapeutic practices to enhance support outside of clinical settings.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adapt strategies accordingly.
  • Delivered one-on-one therapy sessions for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans to promote skill acquisition and reduce challenging behaviors.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.

Education

Associate's - Psychology of Science

Georgia Military College | Fayetteville, GA | 05-2026

in progress

Skills

Customer Service
Instructional Leadership
Student Assessment
Engagement Strategies
Peer Collaboration
Hands-on Learning
Critical Thinking
Analytics
Behavioral Assessment
Classroom Management
Incident handling
Technology Integration
Curriculum Development
IDS/IPS
Endpoint/Server Management
Inclusive Education
Engagement Strategies

Affiliations

  • P.R.O.O.F.
  • (Products Resources and Opportunities for Organized Freedom)
  • PROOF is a resource hub based out of Clayton County, GA ran by Board of Education (District 1) member Jasmine Bowles.
  • We serve as an ecosystem for local entrepreneurs to buy from each other for discounts, and help raise awareness for local political candidates by curating progressive community events.

Certification

COMP-TIA Security Plus 701

Registered Behavior Technician

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Blossom ABA
04.2025 - CurrentRead More

Lead Educator

Bright Horizons Childcare (Jeanette Cathy Children Center)
10.2024 - CurrentRead More

Pre-K Teacher

Towns Square Academy
07.2023 - 08.2024Read More

Kids Coding Instructor (part time)

Bricks4Kids
05.2021 - 12.2021Read More

Cyber Security – SOC Analyst & IT Support

ThinkTech Consulting
09.2019 - 06.2023Read More

Pre- K Teacher

La Petite Academy Inc.
07.2018 - 08.2019Read More

Art Teacher (part Time)

Arts Clayton
01.2018 - 11.2018Read More

Georgia Military College

Associate's from Psychology of Science
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Ako Ayuk