Abigail Myers
Lakewood,OH
Summary
Caring and compassionate Early Childhood Intervention Specialist experienced in planning, implementing, and evaluating specialized programs for children with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to children with special needs. Special interest in social emotional learning and development and teaching emotional regulation strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Intervention Specialist
Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with other professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists to address comprehensive student needs and to develop Evaluation Team Reports and Individualized Education Plans.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, interventions implemented, and modifications made to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Addressed behavioral issues through the implementation of positive behavior supports and interventions.
Registered Behavior Technician
KidsLink Connect
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided 1:1 Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy for children ages 2-6 years old with autism or other developmental disorders
- Implemented individualized education programming and behavior intervention plans under supervision of BCBA
- Observed, monitored, and recorded targeted behaviors through data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes
- Collaborated within interdisciplinary team including BCBAs, early childhood intervention specialists, speech and language pathologists, and occupational therapists
Educational Coordinator Assistant
The KidsLink School
10.2019 - 09.2021
- Assisted intervention specialist in leading classroom of students ages 6-10 years old with autism
- Lead weekly team meetings and provided ongoing feedback and training to classroom paraprofessionals
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to plan, implement, and assess individualized education plans and behavior intervention plans
- Trained new hires on classroom routines, procedures, and student education and behavior interventions
Senior Behavior Therapist
The KidsLink School
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Provided ABA therapy to students ages 6-21 years old in various classrooms and community-based settings
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans and individualized education plans
- Recorded frequency, duration, accuracy, and anecdotal data to align with IEPs and BIPs
- Maintained relevant graphs and analyzed trends to adjust interventions to consistently meet students' needs
Child Life Volunteer
Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Performed under the supervision of a certified child life specialist to support the developmental milestones for young children hospitalized long-term
- Planned and implemented age and developmentally appropriate activities for children at bedside and in the playroom
- Communicated professionally between hospital staff and patient families
Cabin Counselor
Double H Ranch
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided safety, medical supervision, and positive peer interactions between 10–15 girls per week, ages 9–16 living with a serious illness
- Obtained basic medical training on all disorders served (i.e., cancer, bleeding disorders, sickle cell anemia, immune disorders, neuromuscular and mitochondrial disorders, etc.)
- Ensured American Camping Association standards, SeriousFun Children's Network standards, and NYS Department of Health standards were implemented and followed
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Intervention Specialist
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2015
Skills
- Division of Early Childhood Recommended Practices
- Interdisciplinary Team collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Play-Based Assessments
- Step Up To Quality
- ABA Techniques
- Behavior Management
- Assisted Technology, Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices
- Evaluation Team Reports (ETR)
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
- Parent Relationship Development
- In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- State of Ohio Department of Education Primary (Early Childhood) Intervention Specialist (PreK-5) License
- Registered Behavior Technician
- Interest in obtaining Primary Childhood (PreK-5) supplemental license
Early Childhood Special Education Practicum and Professional Internship Experiences
Practicum/Field Experience:
KidsLink Connect - Early Intensive & Behavioral Intervention Center
08/2021-12/2021
Wilcox Elementary School - Twinsburg City School District (Integrated Preschool Classroom)
01/2022-05/2022
Professional Internship/Student Teaching Experience:
Horace Mann Elementary School - Lakewood City School District (Self- Contained Classroom K-3)
01/2023-05/2023
Timeline
Preschool Intervention Specialist
Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City Schools
08.2023 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
KidsLink Connect
09.2021 - 01.2023
Educational Coordinator Assistant
The KidsLink School
10.2019 - 09.2021
Child Life Volunteer
Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital
01.2018 - 08.2018
Senior Behavior Therapist
The KidsLink School
01.2017 - 10.2019
Cabin Counselor
Double H Ranch
06.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Education - Early Childhood Intervention Specialist
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Kent State University
- State of Ohio Department of Education Primary (Early Childhood) Intervention Specialist (PreK-5) License
- Registered Behavior Technician
- Interest in obtaining Primary Childhood (PreK-5) supplemental license
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