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ALICIA SMITH

Tupelo,MS

Summary

I am an innovative and passionate instructor with a background in leadership, education, and behavior that fosters positive environments for children.

I am a highly driven and compassionate professional with experience in a variety of roles in the education and behavior field, looking to practice and strengthen my ability in leadership.

I have experience in providing quality care to a diverse population, such as children with austism and maladaptive behaviors.

While being a focused individual with knowledge of advocacy, behavior management, case management and education, I have made a significant impact by improving the life and education within different cultures and behaviors hence, I believe with confidence and motivation, that by growing my skills in leadership, I will continue to make impactful strides.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Center for Behavior Analysis Services
Tupelo, MS
06.2024 - Current
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with clients.
  • Assisted in the development of positive behavior supports within the classroom environment.
  • Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
  • Implemented visual supports such as schedules and picture cards.
  • Assisted patients in improving social relationships and engagement.
  • Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

FAMILY INTERVENTION CLINICIAN

Health Connect America
Saltillo, MS
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams consisting of social workers, counselors, educators and healthcare providers to develop effective strategies for addressing family needs
  • Monitored client progress against established goals and objectives through regular follow-up visits.
  • Prepared reports summarizing program outcomes or client statistics for submission to funders or other stakeholders
  • Facilitated group activities for parents and children to promote positive parenting practices.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed to help individuals manage difficult situations effectively
  • Cultivated relationships with donors and grant makers in order to secure additional funding sources for the family resource center
  • Delivered individualized case management services to families in need, including assessment, goal setting, advocacy, and referrals

ACADEMIC INTERVENTIONIST

Tupelo Public School District
Tupelo, MS
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Gathered data to measure student progress and determine learner needs
  • Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to best practices for working with special needs students.
  • Conducted assessments to identify areas of student need and monitored progress towards goals.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER

Tupelo Public School District
Tupelo, US
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Evaluated each student using state Standards, IEP goals
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity
  • Attended professional development activities to learn best practices in teaching
  • Communicated clearly with learners and staff members
  • Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies for grade level.

PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Tupelo Public School District
Tupelo, MS
07.2019 - 04.2022
  • Followed existing lesson plans to provide consistent instruction to assigned students
  • Instructed small groups or individual students in remedial classes or special projects.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
  • Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
  • Adhered to school policies concerning appropriate teaching methods and classroom management practices.

SECURITY OFFICER

COOPER TIRE
Tupelo, MS
11.2016 - 08.2019
  • Check all incoming and outgoing vehicles for inspection
  • Log in commercial drivers by creating shift status report
  • Data entry
  • Log in employee time records
  • Monitor each camera
  • Prepared detailed reports of security incidents and investigations
  • Patrolled premises regularly to maintain order and establish security presence

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

SPRING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 02.2016
  • Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment
  • Worked with special education teachers to address the needs of special education students
  • Utilized approved instructional material and equipment or technology for educational purposes
  • Understood classroom emergency evacuation routes and supervised students during fire drills
  • Implemented approved lesson plans to promote integrity of academics
  • Facilitated small group instruction to provide individualized attention and support comprehension
  • Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers

OPERATIONAL MANAGER

LOVES TRAVEL STOP
Houston, TX
05.2012 - 08.2015
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction within a high-volume pace atmosphere
  • Processed payment collections of CDL drivers while maintaining a clean and smooth atmosphere as well as multitasking in-between given assignments of the day
  • Verified daily vendors, while maintaining inventory and collecting end of sales report
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information and pricing
  • Ran and changed markdown reports
  • Created visual marketing and styled window displays
  • Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays
  • Completed stock orders and managed inventory levels
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce overhead costs
  • Managed the daily operations of multiple departments to maximize efficiency

CASHIER TEAM LEAD

RIVERA FOOD MART
Rivera, TX
08.2012 - 06.2015
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction from cashiering, boosting sells within marketing skills
  • I was given a raise after only 2 months in position and promoted to learn how to make orders for in-store inventory
  • Created repetitive business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers
  • Consistently received positive feedback from guests on performance reviews which promoted me to relocate to the Driscoll, TX location of Snappy Foods to increase sells
  • Recorded and ordered inventory for restocking

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - APPLIED BEHAVIORAL ANALYSIS

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
09-2027

MASTERS IN EDUCATION - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2022

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - PSYCHOLOGY

Texas A&M
Kingsville, TX
05-2014

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - ENGLISH LITERATURE

Texas A & M Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
05-2014

Skills

  • Behavior Intervention
  • Education Plan Management
  • Special Education Curriculum
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Cultural competence
  • Effective communication
  • CPR and first-aid
  • Self-harm prevention
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Heartsaver first aid
  • Physical restraint techniques
  • Positive behavior support
  • Registered behavior technician
  • Employee training
  • Budget administration
  • Resource allocation
  • Cost control

Certification

  • Teachers License, (pending on renewal)
  • Registered Behavior Technician
  • CPR & first- aid certification
  • Physical restraint certification
  • Self harm/ suicide training

References

References available upon request

Affiliations

  • Honors Society
  • Published author

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Center for Behavior Analysis Services
06.2024 - Current

FAMILY INTERVENTION CLINICIAN

Health Connect America
08.2023 - 07.2024

ACADEMIC INTERVENTIONIST

Tupelo Public School District
08.2022 - 08.2023

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER

Tupelo Public School District
08.2021 - 08.2022

PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Tupelo Public School District
07.2019 - 04.2022

SECURITY OFFICER

COOPER TIRE
11.2016 - 08.2019

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

SPRING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2015 - 02.2016

CASHIER TEAM LEAD

RIVERA FOOD MART
08.2012 - 06.2015

OPERATIONAL MANAGER

LOVES TRAVEL STOP
05.2012 - 08.2015

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - APPLIED BEHAVIORAL ANALYSIS

Capella University

MASTERS IN EDUCATION - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

Grand Canyon University

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - PSYCHOLOGY

Texas A&M

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - ENGLISH LITERATURE

Texas A & M Kingsville

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