Micaela Rossi-Brasher

Ewa Beach, HI

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Work Experience

Speech Communication Aide

HIDOE-Special Services-Leeward District Office - Waipahu, HI October 2021 to Present

Assists licensed Speech Pathologists in the implementation of educational and treatment plans for individuals with speech and language disorders via the utilization of low tech and high tech communication devices with the common goal of teaching intentional, functional communication skills for students’ progress in their IEP goals and objectives. Implements effective teaching techniques and evidence-based practice and interventions in supporting both expressive, receptive language, and communication in collaboration with different professionals, such as: licensed Speech Pathologists, BCBAs, LBAs, OTs, teachers, counselors, and other professional figures.

Independently provides remedial activities (speech and language correction), such as reinforcement lessons, and repetitive drills. Practice sessions and reviews for students with speech impairments and language disorders are provided 1-on-1 or in small groups speech therapy sessions as assigned by the Speech Language Pathologist in charge of the caseload. Assists with the preparation of instructional materials related to treatments; assists SLPs with the gathering and the interpretation of data on students’ needs and progress for SLP’s IEPs meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Technician II

HIDOE-ASD-Leeward District Office - Waipahu, HI

October 2020 to October 2021

In accordance with students’ ABA program, BIP and IEP, provides 1:1 academic and behavioral intervention services to students on the ASD and/or with other special needs during the school day in academic and non-academic activities. Utilizes appropriate behavior management practices and educational techniques in accordance with intervention/assessment plans.

Experienced in the performance of the following core task skills: measurement, assessment, skill acquisition, behavior reduction, documentation and reporting, professional conduct, and scope of practice.

Performs a variety of supportive services to professionals directly engaged in the behavioral, academic, personal, social, communicative, adaptive, and vocational development of students. Experienced in the direct interaction with people which demonstrates the ability to provide and elicit information, and to observe, evaluate, and take action, and/or report accurately on different situations.

Demonstrated ability to organize materials, collect, graph data, maintain records, and write descriptions of occurrences and/or observations.

Utilizes a variety of instructional materials, techniques, strategies, and equipment, and performs diverse specific instructional, counseling, guidance tasks, and testing routines. Direct contact with students that expresses deep familiarity with behavioral, academic, social, speech, communicative, and developmental problems of students and the opportunity to participate in problem solving under the direction of professional staff or proceeds to resolution independently.

Provided professional staff with a variety of supportive, instructional, non-instructional services, and other tasks as needed.

Assists Speech Pathologists in the implementation of educational and treatment plans for individuals with speech and language disorders with the common goal of teaching intentional, functional communication skills for students to progress on their IEP goals and objectives. Implements effective teaching techniques and evidence-based practices and interventions in supporting both expressive and receptive language and communication under the direct and close supervision of HIDOE BCBAs-LBAs, HIDOE Speech Pathologists, and others. Independently provides remedial activities (speech and language correction), such as reinforcement lessons and repetitive drills for students with speech impairments and language disorders (ex: safety signs and emotions protocols: functions; sort emotions on zones of regulation: visual; answers when/why questions after listening/reading a 1-3 sentence story; retells story in correct sequence using transition words and complete sentences; produces a louder voice upon request; answers WH- questions related to a passage; answers to safe/dangerous questions related to a scenario; answers to Time questions related to a scenario/sentence/picture; answers to “where’ questions involving prepositions.) Expert in high visual programs and repetitive trials alike to the DTT-ABA approach. Ability to create and adapt material to the needs of the individual (lamination for icons for PECS, visual schedules, first-then schedules, social stories, etc.) Strong familiarity with diverse Augmentative and Alternative Communication System Devices

(PECS, tablets, etc.)

Basic knowledge of Sign Language.

Demonstrated knowledge of basic educational programs, goals, functions, and activities pertaining to the HIDOE.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Behavior Interventionist - Educational

Assistant III

HIDOE-SBBH-Leeward District Office - Waipahu, HI

October 2014 to May 2020

Responsible for Individual Instructional and Behavioral Supervision and Support for students with an Emotional Disturbance in a 1:1 format in order to facilitate the student's participation in appropriate public education. Focus is on communication, functional skills, and behaviors that impair a student's ability to learn, offering prevention, early intervention, and intensive services closely tied to educational activities.

Experienced in providing support services to professionals directly engaged in the academic, personal, and social development of children. Implemented educational plans, treatment plans, as well as interventions independently and/or under direct supervision of professional staff, such as Special Education and General Education Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Administration, Psychologists, and Behavioral Health Specialists. Provided professional staff with a variety of instructional, non-instructional services, and other tasks as needed in support of students with speech and language disorders, problems and limitations in speech and communication.

One of my duties was to work under the direct supervision of a HIDOE Speech Pathologist. In detail, I worked under her direct supervision and assisted her in the implementation of educational and treatment plans for individuals with speech and language disorders via the utilization of low tech and high tech communication devices (PECS, tablets, and other devices.) Gathered, tracked, charted, entered client data and related information in the database; analyzed and interpreted behavioral data and communicated results to the team. Participated in the development of the action plan and developed tentative conclusions as to recommended, most effective interventions available and effective strategies. Ensured an effective learning environment.

Helped students progress on their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs.) Insured the confidentiality of assigned student records in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Performed other related duties as assigned.

Title I Paraprofessional

Town and Country Elementary School - Sierra Vista, AZ September 2010 to May 2011

Worked as Title I Paraprofessional with individual students and small groups of students. Utilized research and evidence-based reading programs with individual students, grade K-6, in order to assist them with communication skills, reading, and comprehension. Monitored Accelerated Readers and Accelerated Math afterschool programs, grade K-6. Applied effective teaching techniques and evidence-based practices and interventions under the close supervision of professionals, i.e. Title I Teacher Program Manager and Speech Pathologist. Independently provided remedial activities, such as reinforcement lessons and repetitive drills

(sounds practices, sight words, reading practices, and others) for students with speech impairments and for ESL students.

Administered Progress Monitoring grade K-6 (DIBELS). Collected data. Assisted teachers with AIMS State Testing, grade K-6. Supervised recess in the cafeteria and on the playground for older students. Performed general administrative duties, such as filing and copying. Three of the students I taught raised their grade point average enough that they were no longer required to attend Title I classes.

Trained in Excel Data Entry for Student Progress Monitoring. Learned effective teaching techniques.

Receptionist/Clerk

Social Services - Gymnasium - Padova - Italy

October 2008 to January 2009

Conferred and interacted with customers by telephone and in person. Provided information about recreational, cultural, educational and entertainment activities and services offered by the Gymnasium.

Contacted customers to notify them of changes in programs. Performed periodic inspections of materials and files to ensure correct placement, legibility, and proper condition.

Referred customer grievances to designated point of contact. Interpreter and Translator

Courthouse and Correctional Facility of the City of Padova - Italy - Padova - Italy January 2005 to December 2005

Worked as an Interpreter and Translator for interrogations, preliminary hearings, preliminary investigations, and trials for the Courthouse and Correctional Facility of the City of Padova. Worked with judges and lawyers as an Interpreter and Translator for English speaking prison inmates, parolees, and other types of trial subjects. Helped paralegals and lawyers from the Preliminary Hearing and Preliminary Investigation Offices with the translation of legal documents.

Interpreter and Translator

Courthouse and Correctional Facility of the City of Padova - Italy - Padova - Italy January 2003 to December 2003

Worked as an Interpreter and Translator for interrogations, preliminary hearings, preliminary investigations, and trials for the Courthouse and Correctional Facility of the City of Padova. Worked with judges and lawyers as an Interpreter and Translator for English speaking prison inmates, parolees, and other types of trial subjects. Helped paralegals and lawyers from the Preliminary Hearing and Preliminary Investigation Offices with the translation of legal documents.

Education

Master of Arts in English-Foreign Languages and Literatures. (ENGLISH/SPANISH) MINOR: Art History.

University of Padova - Italy - Padova -

Italy

June 2002

Skills

Special Education, ABA, Autism, Experience working with students with IDD, Classroom Management, Data collection, Tutoring, Translations, Interpretations. Certifications and Licenses

Registered Behavior Technician

Present

QBS

August 2021 to August 2022

Training Program for staff working with children, adolescents, or adults who may exhibit challenging or dangerous behavior. The focus on Safety-Care is on prevention, safety, and humane, supportive, evidence-based interventions.

Youth Mental Health First Aid USA

Present

Sexual Abuse Prevention Curriculum - The Sex Abuse Treatment Center in Honolulu

(Kindergarten to High School)

Present

Additional Information

Successfully completed 18 credits at Leeward Community College: SPED Assessment; ELA Instructions and Interventions; Educational Psychology; Participating in a Proficient Community; Educational Technology; SPED Law and IEP Development. 2018. Computer Skills

Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Internet Explorer and emailing services. Other Skills

Reliable, responsible, dedicated, hard-working professional. Detail-oriented. Conscientious and self-disciplined. Committed to quality, excellence, and teamwork. Strong work ethic. Ready to complete all assigned tasks in a timely manner and willing to take on additional responsibilities. Very experienced in multicultural environments through college, work, and travels. Curiosity and willingness to learn new skills. Open-minded and adaptable. Interests

Art History, Cinematography and Literature in its original language. Ethnic and Gender Studies and U.S.

Multiculturalism.

Volunteer Work Experience

Volunteered as Interpreter and Translator for the American Red Cross at Camp Ederle, Vicenza, Italy, 2011/12. Assisted military personnel and their families with newborn birth registrations in Vicenza, Italy.

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