Abigail Grimes
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment
01.2024 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional)
Orange County Public School District
07.2022 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Teacher
Orange County Office On Youth
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Front of House Team Member
Food Lion
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly.
- Maintained tidy and organized work area to preserve aesthetics and support cleanliness and quality standards.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations, and cleaning.
- Verified ID and payment preference of guests to make transactions faster and more flexible.
- Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Efficiently ran a POS system to swiftly take care of customer needs
Education
Orange County High School
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VA05.2028
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
11.2021
Skills
- IEP Adherence
- Classroom Management
- Student Learning Support
- Classroom Inclusion
- Conflict Resolution
- First Aid
- Special Education Support
- Small Group Instruction
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Discrete Trial Training
- Token Economy Systems
- Natural Environment Training
- HIPAA Requirements
Certification
- CPR Training
- First Aid Training
- Diabetes Training
- Seizure Awareness and Aid Training
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment
01.2024 - Current
Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional)
Orange County Public School District
07.2022 - Current
Teacher
Orange County Office On Youth
08.2021 - 06.2023
Front of House Team Member
Food Lion
05.2020 - 02.2021
Orange County High School
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin University
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
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