AMANDA JORDAN
Ruckersville,VA
Summary
Caring and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level 4 Behavior Technician
VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Completed monthly and quarterly reports on clients for their respective school districts.
- Participated in multiple IISCAs and was identified as instructor to implement treatment plan.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives in addition to implementing organization protocols and programs in classroom.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Level 3 Instructor
Virginia Institute of Autism
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Played vital role in transitioning clients to new classroom, trained new staff on all programs and protocols, facilitated correspondence between client's family and new staff.
- Per formed remote learning with weekly lessons plans.
- Assisted BCBA with creating behavior support plan, implementing, and training staff on plan.
- Implemented multiple assessments i.e. VB-MAPP, AFLLs, Woodcock Johnson.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Instructor
Virginia Institute of Autism
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Implemented behavior support plans.
- Lesson planned individual clients that were SOL and VA-AP tracked.
- Assisted in implementing functional analysis assessments.
- Performed preference assessments.
- Attended Journal Club meetings for continuing education.
- Transported and monitored multiple students during inclusion opportunities.
Home Care Worker
PCG Public Partnerships
03.2015 - 04.2019
- Provided assistance to Special Needs adult.
- Maintained schedule as well as assist with day-to-day living such as cooking, exercise, and recreational activities.
- Transported to day support program, along with transporting and shadowing to all Special Olympics events including, but not limited to, Basketball and Champions Together.
- Monitored behavior and help adapt to situations and environment.
Education
Advanced Degree -
William Monroe High School
Stanardsville, VA06.2015
Skills
- Intervention Management
- Behavior Treatment Plans
- Skill Development
- Client Relationship Development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Documented and resolved crisis situations which led to modifying training for staff to ensure least restrict strategies were utilized.
- Collaborated with team of 6-10 in the development of holiday themed activities for clients and parents.
- Developed data tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved implementing an annual food drive through effectively coordinating between campuses, staff, and the community.
- Achieved IEP goals by completing assessments and implementing goals set by a spED teacher and a BCBA, while lesson planning and monitoring data with accuracy and efficiency.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers i.e Universal Protocol etc.
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- Medication Administration Training for Youth (MATY)
- Safety-Care Trainer (physical management procedures)
Timeline
Level 4 Behavior Technician
VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment
10.2021 - 10.2023
Level 3 Instructor
Virginia Institute of Autism
03.2019 - 10.2021
Instructor
Virginia Institute of Autism
08.2016 - 03.2019
Home Care Worker
PCG Public Partnerships
03.2015 - 04.2019
Advanced Degree -
William Monroe High School
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