An experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst dedicated to providing exceptional care to individuals with disabilities using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Program Coordinator/BCBA Consultant
Paramus Public Schools
Paramus, NJ
01.2020 - 02.2022
In collaboration with colleagues at SPS, coordinates and manages the delivery of ABA program related services to children, adolescents, and their families
Provides expertise and leadership in developing and maintaining innovative and effective delivery of program services
Evaluates the effectiveness of functional assessments, behavioral evaluations, behavior plans and the implementation of behavioral assessment measure, and/or functional assessment measures
Maintains strict adherence to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), Guidelines for Responsible Conduct for Behavior Analysts
Ensures appropriate behavioral data systems are implemented such that quantifiable behavioral data is collected at regular intervals to allow for the continual evaluation of behavior plans and the achievement of individual goals and objectives
Oversees data collection systems and all necessary monitoring and reporting systems
Special Education Teacher: ABA Classroom
Paramus Public Schools
Paramus, NJ
01.2014 - 01.2018
Develop and implement high quality and evidenced based services on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, to students with Autism and related developmental disorders
Administer, interpret and develop individualized programs based on a variety of clinical assessments (such as VB-MAPP, AFLS, ABLLS, EFL, etc.)
Frequently monitor individual's progress by collecting and analyzing detailed behavior and skill acquisition data
Train and supervise paraprofessionals in the delivery of applied behavioral analytic services (1:1 instruction, data collection, ect.) using behavioral skills training
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure each child's developmental and educational growth
Collaborate and communicate with individuals and families in an empathetic manner that fosters meaningful relationships and positively impacts behavior
Special Education Teacher/Registered Behavior Technician: ABA Classroom
Institute for Educational Achievement
New Milford, NJ
09.2013 - 07.2014
Performed discrete trial 1:1 instruction in classroom, home, and community settings utilizing the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis
Prepared materials and conducted programming that supported increases in skill acquisition and decreases in maladaptive behavior
Monitored individual's progress by collecting and analyzing detailed behavior and skill acquisition data
Collaborated and communicated with individuals and families in an empathetic manner that fostered meaningful relationships and promoted positive impacts on behavior
Professional Services Consultant
Rethink Ed
Maintain expert knowledge of best practices in behavior analysis, social emotional learning, mental health, and special education
Shares new best practices and effective implementation examples with the team
Maintains knowledge of state and district specific standards, trends, and current events that may influence
Creation and delivery of engaging an effective professional development sessions (individual, small and large group)
Demonstrating strong questioning strategies and listening skills to determine client/customer needs and problem solve
Collaborating with other professional service team members in developing and strengthening professional development content
Education
MASTER'S DEGREE - Special Education
Loyola University Maryland
01.2013
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education
Loyola University Maryland
01.2012
Skills
Personable
Knowledgeable
Compassionate
Diligent
Collaborative
Enthusiastic
Detail Oriented
Technologically Savvy
Certification
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certificate
Elementary School Teacher Grades K-6 - Standard Certificate
Teacher of Students with Disabilities - Standard Certificate
Locations
Ramsey, NJ
Paramus, NJ, 07652
Cresskill, NJ, 07626
New Milford, NJ, 07646
Mahwah, NJ
Trenton, NJ, 08608
Melbourne, FL, 32901
New York, NY, 10010
Professional Development
8-Course Sequence for BCBA-level certification, Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL, 32901, 03/01/18
Annual Attendance of NJ Association for Behavioral Analysis Conference, Trenton, NJ, 08608, 04/01/14, 04/01/15
Rethink ED 8 Hour Training Course in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Rethink Ed, New York, NY, 10010, 03/01/14
Timeline
ABA Program Coordinator/BCBA Consultant
Paramus Public Schools
01.2020 - 02.2022
Special Education Teacher: ABA Classroom
Paramus Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2018
Special Education Teacher/Registered Behavior Technician: ABA Classroom
<ul><li>Delivered individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental disabilities.</li><li>Accurately collected, recorded, and analyzed client data to track progress and ensure fidelity to treatment plans designed by the BCBA.</li><li>Utilized evidence-based interventions to increase communication, social, and adaptive skills while decreasing maladaptive behaviors.</li><li>Supervised and trained new RBTs and staff in ABA principles, data collection, and behavior intervention strategies.</li><li>Provided mentorship, feedback, and support to RBT team members to ensure consistency and quality of services.</li><li>Collaborated closely with BCBAs to review data, implement program modifications, and ensure treatment integrity.</li><li>Partnered with parents and caregivers to reinforce ABA techniques and promote skill generalization at home and in the community.</li><li>Conducted parent training sessions and maintained strong communication to ensure family engagement and progress transparency.</li><li>Assisted in program updates and documentation, maintaining accurate session notes and data systems (e.g., Catalyst, CentralReach, Rethink).</li><li>Implemented individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) using reinforcement, prompting, and de-escalation strategies.</li><li>Responded effectively to behavioral crises, prioritizing client safety and maintaining a calm therapeutic environment.</li><li>Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including speech, occupational, and physical therapists to ensure coordinated care.</li><li>Participated in ongoing supervision, professional development, and training to uphold BACB ethical and clinical standards.</li><li>Modeled professionalism, integrity, and high ethical standards in all client and staff interactions.</li></ul> at Essential Behavior Group, LLC<ul><li>Delivered individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental disabilities.</li><li>Accurately collected, recorded, and analyzed client data to track progress and ensure fidelity to treatment plans designed by the BCBA.</li><li>Utilized evidence-based interventions to increase communication, social, and adaptive skills while decreasing maladaptive behaviors.</li><li>Supervised and trained new RBTs and staff in ABA principles, data collection, and behavior intervention strategies.</li><li>Provided mentorship, feedback, and support to RBT team members to ensure consistency and quality of services.</li><li>Collaborated closely with BCBAs to review data, implement program modifications, and ensure treatment integrity.</li><li>Partnered with parents and caregivers to reinforce ABA techniques and promote skill generalization at home and in the community.</li><li>Conducted parent training sessions and maintained strong communication to ensure family engagement and progress transparency.</li><li>Assisted in program updates and documentation, maintaining accurate session notes and data systems (e.g., Catalyst, CentralReach, Rethink).</li><li>Implemented individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) using reinforcement, prompting, and de-escalation strategies.</li><li>Responded effectively to behavioral crises, prioritizing client safety and maintaining a calm therapeutic environment.</li><li>Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including speech, occupational, and physical therapists to ensure coordinated care.</li><li>Participated in ongoing supervision, professional development, and training to uphold BACB ethical and clinical standards.</li><li>Modeled professionalism, integrity, and high ethical standards in all client and staff interactions.</li></ul> at Essential Behavior Group, LLC