Amylynn N. Macaluso
North Grosvenordale,CT
Summary
Behavioral professional with extensive experience in developing and implementing behavior intervention plans to support individuals with diverse needs. Demonstrates strong focus on collaborative teamwork and consistently achieving measurable results. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, with skills in data analysis, behavioral assessment, and program development.
Experienced with conducting functional behavior assessments and creating effective intervention strategies. Utilizes evidence-based methods to address challenging behaviors and foster positive change. Knowledge of data collection and analysis, ensuring continuous progress monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Analyst
Northeast Family Services (NFS)
Central, MA
05.2024 - Current
- Implement the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to clients diagnosed with Autism.
- Develop and implement skill acquisition and parent training goals to enhance client outcomes
- Create and implement skill acquisition goals and parent training goals
- Supervised Behavior Assistants, Registered Behavior Technicians, and Student Analysts to ensure effective delivery of ABA services
- Train Behavior Assistants, Registered Behavior Technicians, and Student Analysts
- Provided parents with essential tools and techniques for supporting their child's development and behavior.
- Complete assessments and in-takes
- Analyzing data for target behaviors and acquisition programs
Behavior Analyst
Positive Behavior Supports (PBS)
Central, MA
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Implement the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to clients diagnosed with Autism.
- Supervised behavior assistants, registered behavior technicians, and student analysts to ensure adherence to ABA principles
- Trained behavior assistants, registered behavior technicians, and student analysts on effective ABA techniques and strategies
- Educated parents about effective behavior management techniques
- Completed assessments and intakes to identify client needs and develop tailored intervention plans
- Analyzing data for target behaviors and acquisition programs
Behavior Analyst
Leicester Public Schools
Leicester, MA
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Implement the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to clients diagnosed with Autism.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify and address challenging behaviors
- Develop, implement, and train staff members to implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Supervise and train paraprofessionals on discrete trial training (DTT)
- Create DTT programming
- Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate individual needs and challenges. and in-takes for Preschool
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for behavior management and student support
- Engage in IEP meetings to collaborate on educational planning and support.
- Run social skills groups
Lead ABA Therapist
Sterling Nursery School
Sterling, MA
07.2014 - 06.2019
- Implement the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to clients diagnosed with Autism.
- Co-developed behavior plans, programs, and progress reports to enhance client treatment outcomes
- Created graphs to visually represent client progress in therapy sessions.
- Supported training of therapists and facilitated overlaps to ensure consistent application of ABA principles
- Assist in assessments and intakes
- Assist in clinics and parent training
- Facilitated communication with parents to support client development.
Direct Support Professional
Autism Intervention Specialists
Worcester, MA
10.2011 - 06.2015
- Implemented principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support clients with Autism in achieving behavioral goals.
- Assisted clients in improving social, play, and language skills.
- Provided direct services to clients with Autism, implementing tailored support strategies.
- Provided individualized support for clients with autism, enhancing daily living skills and social interactions.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans to promote positive behavioral changes among clients.
Education
M.S. - Applied Behavioral Analysis
BayPath University
Strubridge, MA07.2018
B.S. - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA12.2014
A.S. - Disability Specialist
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT05.2011
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior assessment
- Treatment planning
- Intervention plans
- Modification techniques
- Task analysis
- Prompting techniques
- Crisis management techniques
- Natural training
- Incidental teaching
- Data analysis
- Education programs
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Training programs
- Organizational skills
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Prioritization techniques
- Self-management strategies
- Analytical skills
- Prioritization techniques
Accomplishments
- CT ABA Conference, Hartford, CT, Presenter, March 2018
- Mass ABA Conference, Marlborough, MA, Presenter, May 2018
- Discussion on advantages and disadvantages of Functional Analysis (FA)
- To show that Functional Analysis (FA's) can be implemented in a variety of applied settings
Certification
Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Feb 2019- Present
Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst MA, Nov 2019- Present
Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst CT, Mar. 2025-Present
First Aid, Nov 2018- Sep 2021
CPR, Nov 2018- Sep 2021
ANV Certified, Feb 2020- June 2021
Registered Behavior Technician, Dec 2016- Dec 2019
Timeline
Behavior Analyst
Northeast Family Services (NFS)
05.2024 - Current
Behavior Analyst
Leicester Public Schools
07.2019 - 06.2021
Behavior Analyst
Positive Behavior Supports (PBS)
10.2018 - 09.2021
Lead ABA Therapist
Sterling Nursery School
07.2014 - 06.2019
Direct Support Professional
Autism Intervention Specialists
10.2011 - 06.2015
A.S. - Disability Specialist
Manchester Community College
B.S. - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Worcester State University
M.S. - Applied Behavioral Analysis
BayPath University
Personal Information
Title: M.S. BCBA, LABA, LBA