Special Education School
Resume:
Sharon E. Lund
Newark, DE *****
**************@*****.***
Objective: To obtain a position that will allow me to utilize and further develop my professional and educational experiences in the educational or behavioral health field.
Education
PsyD - Mental Health Administration - University of the Rockies (current)
M.Ed. – Elementary Special Education - Wilmington College (July 2007)
BA – Psychology - Eastern University (May 2004)
Relevant Professional Experience
ABA Therapist for Clarity Service Group (May 2014 - current)
oBehavior modification of a student with autism
oData collection based on student behaviors
oFollowing treatment plan implemented by classroom teacher and Behavior Specialist
oUtilizing personal intervention methods as set forth by treatment plan to ensure safety of client and others.
Substitute Teacher for PeopleShare (February 2013-May 2014)
oLong Term Substitute position at Family Foundations Academy – 6th grade ELA – required full classroom management responsibilities, behavior modification, progress reporting, lesson planning, curriculum gathering
Teacher for The Learning Experience Early Childcare Center (April 2012 – August 2012)
Applied Behavior Analysis Counselor for the Melmark School (October 2011 – January 2012)
oFollowed directives of classroom teacher to assist in the education of students with severe behavioral and cognitive disabilities.
oDetailed case management for specific students.
oCollected detailed data during each activity with students.
oUtilizing behavioral modification techniques as outlined in the students Behavioral Intervention Plan to change targeted behaviors.
oAttended intensive trainings over a two week period about the individuals being served and appropriate interventions and protocols to be used and followed.
Special Education Teacher for the REACH Program in Christina School District (September 2007 – October 2010)
oTaught students in the REACH Program between the ages of 15 to 21 with moderate to severe disabilities. Some students had Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Deaf/blind, Spina Bifida, and Autism.
oAssisted the school psychologist in creating several Behavioral Intervention Plans for students with severe behavioral concerns.
oTook data on a regular basis on each of the students IEP goals
oUsed data to adjust goals as necessary.
oManaged the schedule and structure of the classroom.
oIn charge of delegating responsibilities to several paraprofessionals to assist in the effectiveness of the classroom activities.
oMember of the Curriculum Committee for the REACH Program.
oAssisted in the collaboration of the CHS REACH class with the District Child Nutrition Services in order for the students to run the school snack line.
Student Teaching for Graduate degree in Special Education (Spring 2007).
oCompleted at the Francis Harvey Green School (Delaware County Intermediate Unit). This consisted of 40 days working in a special education setting.
oThe classroom had 8 students, all with a primary diagnosis of Autism.
oAssisted the teacher with data collection and creating applicable lessons based on the students needs.
Therapeutic Staff Support for Chester County Regional Educational Services (August 2006 – June 2008)
oOne-on-one behavior modification with children ranging in various locations on the Autistic Spectrum in both their home and school settings.
oWorked with the children on specific behavioral goals set forth in the behavior plan, which was created by the treatment team.
oWorked collaboratively with a team of professionals and family members with each client to create the best treatment plan for each individual client.
oCollected data on clients behaviors and all of their targeted goals throughout each session and presented them to the behavioral specialist on the treatment team.
oMaintained open communication with the families and teachers (when applicable) involved in the treatment team.
oAttended weekly supervision
oRegularly attended professional development opportunities to further develop understanding of the disability, as well as gaining further insight into appropriate and effective behavioral intervention strategies.
Special Education Teacher for the Delaware Autism Program (July 2006 – August 2006)
oTaught students on the Autistic Spectrum during their summer extension.
oDiscrete trial was the intervention most used during this.
oFollowed students Behavior Intervention Plans from the school year throughout the summer.
oDaily data collection on each of the students IEP goals.
oIn charge of maintaining the consistency in the classroom.
oEnsuring the schedule was followed and routine was upheld.
Therapeutic Staff Support for Pennsylvania Mentor (June 2004 – June 2006)
Mentoring internship at The Pathway School (January 2004 – May 2004)
oWorked with troubled children (emotional, behavioral, and some physical) at a residential treatment center as an intern.
oAssisted the staff to ensure the safety of the children, as well as assisting in the daily activities and programs that were run.
Relevant School Experience
Undergraduate
oGeneral Psychology
oChild Psychology
oAdolescent Psychology
oTechniques of Individual Counseling
oAbnormal Psychology
oSocial Psychology
oInternship
Graduate
oEducation of Exceptional Children and Diverse Populations
oApplied Behavior Analysis
oHuman Behavior and Childhood Development
oMethods and Curriculum in Elementary Special Education
oStrategies for Effective Teaching
oDiagnosis / Assessment / IEP Development for Exceptionalities
oIntegrated Methods for Teaching Elementary Math
oAssistive Technology
oIntegrated Methods for Teaching Elementary Reading and Writing
oSevere Disabilities
oStudent Teaching
Doctorate
oAdult Psychopathology and Treatment I
oFamily Systems
oBiological Bases of Behavior
oHistory and Systems of Psychology
Work Experience
Clarity Service Group - May 2014 - current
PeopleShare - February 2013 - May 2014
The Learning Experience – April 2012 – August 2012
The Melmark School – October 2011 – January 2012
Christina School District REACH Program – September 2007 – October 2010
Chester County Regional Educational Services (CCRES) – August 2006–June 2008
Delaware Autism Program – July 2006 – August 2006
Pennsylvania Mentor - June 2004 – June 2006
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