teacher behavioral specialist administration

ROBYN J PAUL

**** ***** ****** #*** • BETHLEHEM, PA 18017

PHONE 484-***-**** • E-MAIL **********@*****.***

SUMMARY

Extensive background in educational and behavioral health settings working with individuals and groups from preschool through post-college age. Experience includes crisis management, design and implementation of educational, psychoeducational, and behavioral health interventions, curriculum development, integration of technology into educational and academic settings. Supervised multiple staff members and managed budgets of up to $30,000.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Licensed Behavior Specialist/Mobile Therapist (August 2012-present)

Therapeutic Support Staff (January-August 2012)

KidsPeace Inc Bethlehem PA

Work one-on-one with children on the Autism spectrum in home and community settings to evaluate their skill deficits and develop an individualized treatment plan

Design and implement behavior plans using an ABA model to address deficits in areas such as communication skills, safety awareness, compliance with directives, and social skills.

Work with families and community members to implement plans and ensure best possible treatment outcome

Supervise Bachelors-level therapists to ensure correct implementation of treatment goals and objectives

Computer Instructor

Allentown Diocese Allentown, PA 2012 – 2013

Design, prepare, and conduct lessons in typing, computer skills, and internet safety for students K-8

Recommend software and hardware purchases to supplement curriculum across entire school

Design and conduct trainings about classroom technology integration for grade level teachers

Administrative Coordinator - Counseling Services

Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA 2006 - 2011

Monitor and manage budget expenditures for department

Score and interpret psychological tests for students

Organize outreach events on various psychosocial topics

Perform basic maintenance, training, and technology support for department hardware and software

General Administrative support as needed

Research Intern

Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA 2005 - 2006

Work one-on-one with an autistic students providing Life Skills instruction and job placement assistance

Provide opportunities and support for client to practice skills in community and social settings

Choices Program Group Facilitator

St Lukes Hospital - Community Health Bethlehem, PA 2004 - 2007

Facilitate classes for students in local school districts about making good choices regarding drugs, alcohol, and relationships with others

Facilitate abstinence education groups for students ages 11-17

Business Manager (2003-2004)

Unit Leader (2000-2003)

Girl Scouts - Great Valley Council Allentown, PA

Managed assigned budget for 10 week day camp. Processed all supply requisitions

Head counselor for groups of 6-20 girls in a day camp setting

Planned and monitored educational, sports, and nature activities related to a weekly theme for day camp groups

Supervised Program Aides and Volunteers

Americorps Intern

UrbanPromise Ministries Camden, NJ 2001-2002

Assisted in directing an afterschool program for students grades K-8

Supervised high school volunteers

Assisted in junior and senior high groups

Mentored middle school student

Tutored high school student

EDUCATION

M.Ed., Teaching, Learning, and Technology with K-6 PDE Certification

Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA

BA, Psychology

Elizabethtown College Elizabethtown, PA

Provost Scholar, Amos Curry Award, Rufus Bucher Award

DeSales University Center Valley, PA (38 credits)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

FBA Training and certification – August 2012

PDE Teaching License Elementary Education Grades K-6 - July 2013

Behavior Specialist License – July 2014

SPECIAL SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES

Experienced using presentation tools including smartboards

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint and DreamWeaver on PC and Mac platforms

Assisted in establishing and maintaining networks in office settings

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