Caring, dedicated, and hardworking ABA Therapist dedicated to autism care, who’s passion is to teach fundamental communication, self help skills, play skills, and academics to help promote a brighter future and lifestyle for each child.

Education

Bachelors in Speech and Language Pathology Brooklyn College Spring 2012 3.1 GPA

Masters in Early Childhood Education and Special Education (Birth-Grade 2) Touro College Graduate School 3.95 GPA of Education Summer 2015

Honors

Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) International Honor Society in Education

Experience

PALS: Pacific Autism Learning Services San Mateo, CA

ABA Tutor/Therapist October 2014-May 2015

ABA Senior Tutor/ Therapist September 2015 – January 2016

Provided 1:1 therapeutic intervention to children on the autism spectrum implementing ABA-Based programs designed for their specific needs in a home setting and school setting. Attended and participated in weekly client meetings involving a director, supervisor, senior therapist, client, parents of client, as well as any other professionals involved in the intervention team such as speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, classroom teachers, and/or physical therapists.

Discrete trial teaching methods with prompting, reinforcing stimulus, and expanding trials.

Use of natural environment teaching for some programs based on the client’s potential and needs.

Teach self help skills to help create a better lifestyle for the client as well as their families. Some of these skills involve a backward chain of learning their phone number, how to write their name, how to dress themselves, put deodorant on, etc.

Teach and implement play skills with appropriate behavior including turn taking and flexibility 1:1 as well as assisting and prompting through play dates with peers.

Maintained progress notes in an organized binder for each client including but not limited to program profiles, teaching lists, behavior data, and progress notes.

Communication with supervisor daily based on therapy session regarding progress as well as reporting any typical or not typical behavior

Familiar with Conner’s data

Implementation Michelle Garcia’s frame work based on social thinking curriculum.

Guild for Exceptional Children/ Cassone Residence Brooklyn, NY

Direct Care Counselor January 2011-September 2014

Assist individuals with developmental and behavioral disabilities by providing a comprehensive routine for daily living while providing exceptional care, documenting progress, and maintaining professionalism and attention to each detail throughout the process of care.

Documentation of consumer’s progression including but not limited to speech, language, communication, and social abilities.

Provide guidance in planning and execution of daily, weekly and annual customer goals

Supervise and care for ten(10) individuals in a group home.

Distribute proper medication, meals, hygiene, and basic care.

New York City Board of Education Brooklyn, NY

Substitute Teacher January 2014- June 2014

Execute Daily Lesson Plans while ensuring students are achieving daily goals set forth by the teacher in his/her absence.

Execute daily lesson plans according to NY school guidelines

Maintain order in classroom to ensure students have a safe and effective learning environment

Communicate and documents results, behavior and lessons for the teacher upon his/her return

Brooklyn Tots Preschool and Daycare Brooklyn, NY

Teacher/Teacher’s Assistant. September 2013-February 2014

Provide exceptional care to children ages 2 to 5. Ensure the students receive the highest level or education that is provided in a fun, safe, and rich learning environment.

Create safe and fun learning environment while Executing and providing daily lesson plans.

Assess and report student’s development and experiences & Communicate efficiently and effectively with assistant teachers and parents daily

Certifications

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Mandated Reporter Training: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment

Infection Control and Reporting Infectious Diseases Training

Passed Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills (ATAS) test

Skills

Languages: Proficient in Polish and Croatian

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Internet applications

References

Available upon request

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