ANITA D'ABBRACCIO BCBA
Racine,WI
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable BCBA eager to work with teachers and students to improve classroom interactions and academic success. Driven to help teachers and schools intervene early to prevent major social issues and academic delays. Adept at working with students of all backgrounds. Knowledgeable about the effects of neglect and child abuse. Extensive experience in special education. Maximizes available resources and builds support network around children in need. Experienced in functional behavioral assessments, teacher training, data review, and IEP compliance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONIST
Racine Unified School District
09.2022 - Current
- Continued to manage a team of individuals charged with supporting students in positive behavior growth through the application of Applied Behavior Analysis technology resulting in a 50% decreased in negative behavior incidents.
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR
Concordia University, Wisconsin
08.2019 - Current
- Taught undergraduate and master level classes in multicultural practices, special education, and regular education in both an in-person and virtual setting.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF FAMILY/STUDENT SUPPORT
Racine Unified School District
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed a 15-person team charged with supporting positive student behaviors. Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
BEHAVIOR COORDINATOR
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed a team of staff designed to bring about behavior change in a school where student behavior had been a severe impediment to student safety and learning
- Utilized Applied Behavior Analysis technologies and concepts to support this pivotal work
- Met all behavior objectives reducing negative instances by more than 25%
- Won the Racine Unified Encore Award.
TEACHER FOR EMOTIONALLY BEHAVIORALLY DISTURBED STUDENTS
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2002 - 08.2020
- Considered such factors as physical, emotional, and educational levels of development in creation and implementation of behavior programming in classroom for students with severe emotional behavioral disturbances
- Taught socially acceptable behavior employing positive behavior intervention strategies
- Consistently met or exceeded behavior goals
- Won Racine Unified ENCORE award four times in six years.
PROJECT DIRECTOR
COMMUNITY LIVING ALTERNATIVES
06.1991 - 06.1994
- Managed staff for multiple group homes serving individuals with Autism and intensive behavior concerns
- Responsible for development and implementation of behavior programming and staff training in data collection and behavior interventions
Education
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING -
ROCKFORD UNIVERSITY 2
Rockford, IL05.2008
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMAN SERVICES -
CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE
Chestnut Hill, PA05.1999
Skills
- Schoolwide Behavior Support
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Student evaluations
- Emotional Regulation Techniques
- Multicultural Competence
- Individualized Education Plans
- Classroom Management
Timeline
BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONIST
Racine Unified School District
09.2022 - Current
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF FAMILY/STUDENT SUPPORT
Racine Unified School District
07.2021 - 08.2022
BEHAVIOR COORDINATOR
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2020 - 07.2021
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR
Concordia University, Wisconsin
08.2019 - Current
TEACHER FOR EMOTIONALLY BEHAVIORALLY DISTURBED STUDENTS
RACINE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2002 - 08.2020
PROJECT DIRECTOR
COMMUNITY LIVING ALTERNATIVES
06.1991 - 06.1994
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING -
ROCKFORD UNIVERSITY 2
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMAN SERVICES -
CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE
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