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Alexandra Bird

Bright Beginnings Center
Bradenton
9
years of professional experience

Compassionate, detail-oriented ABA practitioner with 8+ years of experience supporting children with developmental and behavioral needs across classroom and community settings. Skilled in implementing individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), collecting and analyzing behavioral data to measure progress, and collaborating closely with BCBAs, teachers, and families to optimize outcomes. Proficient at developing visual supports, reinforcement systems, and classroom accommodations that increase student engagement, independence, and social-emotional growth.

Work History

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

8 Years
Bright Beginnings Center | 08.2018 - 08.2026
  • Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and support strategies in accordance with students' IEPs.
  • Provide one-on-one behavioral and academic support to students requiring intensive behavioral intervention.
  • Collect, monitor, and maintain accurate behavioral data to track student progress and support ongoing assessments.
  • Maintain organized student records, including data collection, schedules, and documentation of effective intervention techniques.
  • Develop and utilize visual supports, reinforcement systems, and classroom accommodations to promote student success.
  • Modify classroom activities and instructional materials to meet individual student needs across educational settings.
  • Collaborate regularly with BCBAs, student liaisons, teachers, and administrators to evaluate and adjust behavioral programming.
  • Support students in multiple school environments, including classrooms, lunch, recess, specials, and community-based activities.
  • Implement positive behavior support strategies and reinforcement systems consistently throughout the school day.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain knowledge of evidence-based ABA practices and behavioral interventions.

Extended Day Group Leader

9 Years
Bright Beginnings Center | 08.2017 - 08.2026
  • Provide academic support, social-emotional guidance, and recreational programming for students during before-school and after-school.
  • Maintain effective communication with families and school staff.
  • Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and physical activity while promoting positive behavior and reinforcing school expectations.

Teacher's Assistant

1 Year
Bright Beginnings Center | 08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Supervise children throughout daily routines and transitions.
  • Reinforce clear classroom expectations using positive behavior management and evidence-based reinforcement strategies.
  • Prepare instructional materials, organize classroom resources, and create an engaging learning environment.
  • Support teachers in delivering lessons by leading whole-group, small-group, and one-on-one instructional activities.
  • Reinforce academic concepts, language development, and social-emotional skills through structured learning and play-based experiences.
  • Facilitate learning center activities that promote creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, communication and problem-solving.

Education

Associates Degree

Massbay Community College | Wellesley, MA | 01.2015

High School Diploma

Milford High School | Milford, MA | 06.2010

Skills

Friendly
positive attitude
Excellent communication
Calm under pressure
Patient and kind
Problem-solving
Dependable and responsible

Timeline

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Bright Beginnings Center
08.2018 - 08.2026Read More

Extended Day Group Leader

Bright Beginnings Center
08.2017 - 08.2026Read More

Teacher's Assistant

Bright Beginnings Center
08.2017 - 08.2018Read More

Milford High School

High School Diploma
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Massbay Community College

Associates Degree
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