Early Intervention Childhood
Resume:
Sahirah Boyd
Early Intervention w/ Clinical Background
Riverdale, GA 30274
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Professional Summary
I am seeking a position that will allow me to grow professionally and apply the knowledge I have acquired over 15 years. As a well-seasoned teacher, my leadership skills, flexibility, and expertise in early childhood have allowed me to be an asset. I've mentored new ECE educators and supported them as they became acclimated to the field. My clinical experience working with small children who struggle with developmental delays and behavioral challenges has allowed me to understand better how best to connect with them. As a service coordinator and clinical intern, I supported families requiring a more personalized learning approach. The skills I acquired allowed me to creatively engage such children meaningfully and intentionally, focusing on their strengths. I am also seeking a diverse environment that aims to ensure the growth of its employees while embracing solid ethical policies that promote a growth mindset.
I look forward to discussing how I can join your team! Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Early Intervention Coordinator
The Frazer Center-Atlanta, GA
November 2024 to Present
• Conduct admission observations to determine the level of care needed for children entering the frazer center who have identified needs.
• Develop and present trainings for early childhood professionals and community members
• Create & develop partnerships with therapists and other specialist who work with children in house.
• Supports Case Management of current clients, maintaining weekly updates and any communication as necessary with EI team
• Foster a collaborative environment with families and teachers to support children with identified needs.
• Develop curriculum, social skills groups and other programs materials to support classrooms, families, and individual children having identified needs.
Inclusion Specialist
The Frazer Center-Atlanta, GA
May 2024 to November 2024
• Engage & support young children with identified needs in a meaningful and inclusive way. Train staff and families as they move towards nurturing the development of young children socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically.
• Coach and support classrooms in the implementation of strategies that support the development of children who have identified needs.
• Provide guidance and support to help empower families who have children with identified needs
• Conduct Quarterly collaborative team meetings that include therapists & other specialist along with the families to support the child throughout the year
• Enhance family engagement and participation within the program
• Write and update policies within the program to support challenging behaviors
• Submit referrals for early Intervention services outside of the program
• Complete weekly updates, case notes and other forms of communication
• Develop strategies such as skill groups to enhance early Intervention program Primary Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions-Bloomfield, CT
April 2023 to May 2024
• Responsible for the implementation of structured curriculum
• Support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of small children and infants
• Create monthly news letters & documentation boards displaying day to day activities
• Development and maintenance of positive family interactions Early Interventionist Service Coordinator ( Intern) Sevita-West Hartford, CT
April 2022 to April 2023
• Planned, scheduled, and provided early education in-home services for an assigned caseload of infant/ toddlers with special needs
• Administered and documented IFSPs & Developmental Assesments. Designed implemented and adapted activities for the development of foundational skills
• Provided outreach resources to families
• Scheduled support staff according to needs of clients ABA Behavior Technician
Child Guidance Resource Centers-Havertown, PA
April 2021 to April 2022
• Modeled behavioral interventions to support the transfer of skills.
• Collected data daily and documented progress notes in a prearranged format for each session with the child/adolescent.
• Prompted safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills.
• Implemented fade prompts appropriately to promote independent use of replacement behaviors
• Followed the treatment plan goals and interventions utilizing the ABA program designed and sought consultation when needed.
Clinical Intern
Child Guidance Resource Centers-Haverford, PA
April 2021 to April 2022
• Conducted Individual family & group counseling with young children
• Used diagnostic tools to evaluate clients
• Collaborated with families in support of clients
• Participated in monthly clinical training
• Assisted in the facilitation of mental health clinic for adolescents
• Lead social skills group in after school clinical program
• Participated in facilitation of DEI Counsel as an active member & support staff Lead Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten
Learning Central Preschool-Philadelphia, PA
August 2019 to April 2021
• Developed and created daily lesson plans
• Worked closely with Philadelphia School district for school preparedness
• Provided support in creating IEPs for children with behavioral challenges
• Devised and implemented behavioral intervention strategies Education
Master's in Counseling & Human Services
Post University - Waterbury, CT
June 2019 to April 2022
B.S. in Child Studies
Post University - Waterbury, CT
2016 to June 2019
Skills
• Classroom management
• Child & family counseling
• Child & Family Counseling
• Communication skills
• Classroom Management
• Early childhood education
• Microsoft Office (6 years)
• Supervising experience
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Applied behavior analysis
• Leadership
• Collaborative Problem Solving
• Behavioral therapy
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahirah-d-b-394981160/ Certifications and Licenses
Critical Links in Protecting Children in Georgia (Mandated Reporting) December 2023 to December 2026
Training & certificate approved by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning ASO Code: TR-ASO-40
Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
September 2023 to September 2025
Pediatric First Aid CPR
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