Aba Therapist A Full-Time
Resume:
Nancy Escobar
** ********* **. **** **********, RI
***************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a full-time position as an ABA Therapist/Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to utilize my extensive experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with children and adults in educational and therapeutic settings.
EXPERIENCE:
Over 13 years of experience as an RBT and nearly 20 years working with children and adults with special needs.
Provide 1:1 support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities, implementing personalized behavior plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
Specialize in ABA therapy, focusing on increasing socially significant behaviors and reducing challenging behaviors using evidence-based techniques.
Deliver discrete trial teaching (DTT), natural environment teaching (NET), and behavior reduction strategies to clients in home, school, and community settings.
Conduct regular data collection and progress monitoring to ensure client goals are being met, adjusting strategies as needed based on BCBA input.
Procare – ABA/RBT Contract Positions
Bellingham School Department / Attleboro School Department 2019 – Present
● Provide ABA therapy to students with special needs, implementing individualized behavior plans and conducting ongoing assessments.
● Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning and behavior management.
Blocks Preschool – Lead ABA Therapist (Contract with Soliant) 2018 – 2019
● Led therapy sessions focused on skill development in children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
● Provided training and guidance to junior staff on ABA methodologies. Kennedy-Donovan Center – ABA Therapist
2013 – 2014
● Delivered ABA services, focusing on improving communication, behavior, and social skills in children with special needs. New England Behavioral Services / Attleboro ABA Center – Lead ABA Therapist
2012 – Present
● Serve as a lead therapist, responsible for managing client cases, implementing behavior plans, and tracking progress through data collection.
Behavioral Development and Education Services – ABA Therapist New Bedford School District
2011 – 2016
● Worked in specialized ADLS programs in Carney School and New Bedford High School, providing therapeutic support to students with diverse needs.
Applied Behavioral Learning Services/ILAN – ABA Therapist Boston School District
2010 – 2013
● Led socialization programs and provided in-home therapy services for children with autism and developmental disorders.
Boston ABA – ABA Tech
2009 – 2010
● Provided ABA support to a kindergarten class, focusing on behavioral management and skill-building in early learners.
Homestead – HBTS Worker / Behavioral Specialist
Woonsocket, RI
2008 – 2011
● Provided home-based therapeutic services, focusing on behavior intervention for children with emotional and behavioral challenges. EDUCATION:
CentralReach Online
2024 – Present
● Continuing professional development in ABA methodologies and tools.
Relias Academy
RBT Certification
2010
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
Special Education
2004 – 2016
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick/Providence, RI
Special Education / Early Education
2000 – 2004
East Providence Senior High School
Diploma
June 2000
CERTIFICATIONS:
● Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) – In Progress
● TPI Crisis Prevention, Inc.
● CPI Crisis Prevention, Inc.
● American Red Cross CPR (Adult, Child, and Infant)
● American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR
● Handle With Care, Inc.
Skills & Expertise:
Proficient in behavior management and skill-building programs, including social skills, communication, self-care, and academic skills.
Strong rapport-building skills with clients and families, facilitating positive outcomes in therapy.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals.
Bilingual: Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and Basic knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL), which allows for effective communication with diverse client populations.
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