Creative ABA and Preschool Educator with Caregiver Experience

Nakia Payne

Houston, TX ***** +1-346-***-**** ***************@*****.***

Work Experience

RBT (Registered Behavior Technician)

Attain ABA Therapy Houston, TX

March 2026 to Present

I drive to my clients home and provide specific ABA therapy to their needs based on the given plan and targets that my BCBA has set for that client.

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism Katy, TX January 2026 to March 2026

I worked under a BCBA with 3-4 different clients a day and implemented the given BIP and targeted goals during my sessions. This was an in clinic position

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Experience Houston, TX

January 2024 to January 2026

I work with the younger 2s and implement the given lesson plan with activities and art for the kids. Preschool Teacher

Kido International Preschool at River Place Austin, TX July 2023 to December 2023

I work in the 3 year old classroom. I implement the Montessori curriculum given and write reports for parents about what the kids are learning and send them out each day

Preschool Teacher

Country Home Learning Center Austin, TX

May 2022 to June 2023

I am a 3 year old teacher. I float in the mornings and go where ever they need me. I’m great with all ages. But my age group I go to at 2 is the 3 year olds. I implement the given lesson plan and do art and activities with them. Package Handler

FedEx Ground Pflugerville, TX

November 2021 to April 2022

Worked overnight at the fedex warehouse moving boxes and loading up trucks Caregiver

College Nannies + Tutors Austin, TX

December 2020 to September 2021

A family would put in a request for care and i can choose to accept it if i’m available. if i am i drive to the clients house on the day and time they need me and provide care for their little one as well as a little house cleaning Event Coordinator

Texas Promotions and Events Austin, TX

October 2020 to November 2020

I would go to a specific location given and set up a donation table outside of the location and raise money to help kids who are battling with suicide and bullying

Lead Pre-K Teacher

LIFE Kidz Academy Pflugerville, TX

January 2020 to October 2020

I have taught in a 18 months - 24 months classroom and was the lead teacher. I have also come up with lesson plans and created a great children learning environment for my classroom. Marketing Support Agent

Alorica Calling Center Austin, TX

July 2019 to January 2020

I was a marketing support agent and helped customers get into a new vehicle. I would answer customer calls and assist them with any questions using the company’s database and documenting the call afterwords as well. Caregiver

Life Kidz Academy Pflugerville, TX

May 2018 to July 2019

I have worked with children 0-5 years old. In the infant classroom I have assisted in coming up with infant lesson plans and taking care of the children. I have also taught in a 18 months - 24 months classroom and was the lead teacher. I have also come up with lesson plans and created a great children learning environment for my classroom. Last but not least i have taught Pre-K 3-5 year olds and was also the lead teacher in this classroom. Like before I have come up with lesson plans that best fit the children in my classroom! Team Member

Whataburger Hutto, TX

December 2016 to April 2018

Education

Upper secondary education

High school or equivalent

Skills

Preschooler care Early childhood general education teaching experience - Early childhood general education teaching experience (More than 5 years) Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) Typing Personal service experience with children Experience working with students Teaching Creative Curriculum (teaching methods) Nanny experience with infants Microsoft Excel Computer literacy Encouraging independence (student motivation techniques) Bandura's social learning theory instruction Theme-based lessons (early childhood general education) Marketing Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Customer Service Cooperative learning Erikson's psychosocial theory Physical development (child development components) First aid and CPR Classroom behavior management Program evaluation (curriculum development processes) Anecdotal records (student assessment methods) Activity planning for children Babysitting Specific learning disabilities (early childhood general education) Classroom management software Direct instruction Celebrating achievements (student motivation techniques) Early childhood education Client interaction via phone calls Interactive activities lessons (early childhood general education) Experience with Children Childcare Autism spectrum disorders support Teamwork Phone etiquette Online portals (communication methods) Lesson planning Early Childhood Education Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques) Curriculum mapping Child supervision Microsoft Word Toddler Care Classroom management Childhood development Working with children Registered behavior technician experience Meal Preparation Ballet Classroom events (communication methods) Nanny experience with toddlers Microsoft Office Creative writing (creative arts teaching) Hands-on experiments Social-emotional development

(child development components) Creative development (child development components) Assessing student portfolios Customer service Classroom Management Literacy-focused lessons (early childhood general education) Phone call management Entrepreneurship Art projects (creative arts teaching) Music activities (creative arts teaching) Behavioral interventions Personalized learning tools Employee relationship building Direct behavioral therapy Storytelling (creative arts teaching) Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for children Play-based instruction Self-direction Verbal communication (child communication methods) Language development (child development components) Care Giver Positive reinforcement (classroom management strategies) Technology integration (student motivation techniques) Classroom experience Parent-teacher conferences

(communication methods) Computer Skills Tablets (educational technologies) Customer communication Infant Care Interactive whiteboards (educational technologies) Working with people with developmental disabilities Preschooler babysitting experience Mobile devices Redirection

(classroom management strategies) Food safety Classroom management interventions Movement activities (creative arts teaching) Cultural development (child development components) Customer inquiry handling Developmental screenings (student assessment methods) Unit planning (curriculum development processes) Cooking Computer operation Constructive feedback (student motivation techniques) Nonverbal communication (child communication methods) Communication skills Social- emotional development lessons (early childhood general education) Key Performance Indicators Activity-based lessons (early childhood general education) Weight handling in the workplace Goal setting (student motivation techniques) Checklists (student assessment methods) Educational apps (educational technologies) Curriculum standards alignment Autism Spectrum Disorder (early childhood general education) Consistent routines (classroom management strategies) Dramatic play (creative arts teaching) Setting clear expectations Individual therapy Internet resources

(educational technologies) interactive learning modules Skill-based instruction Client relationship development Dancing Preschool experience Writing skills Work ethic Relationship building

(classroom management strategies)

Certifications and Licenses

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Driver's License

March 2020 to December 2026

Driver's License

RBT Certification

Additional Information

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

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