Anthony Castaneda

• Implemented personalized ABA intervention programs developed by a BCBA for a 7 year old child diagnosed with autism.
• Conducted direct therapy sessions using Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), and incidental teaching strategies.
• Collected and analyzed behavioral data daily, including ABC data, frequency counts, and duration measurements.
• Assisted in performing Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and implemented Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) for reducing self-injurious behavior and tantrums.
• Supported skill development in areas such as functional communication, toileting, daily living, and social interaction skills.
• Provided regular parent training, coaching caregivers on effective ABA strategies, prompting hierarchies, and reinforcement schedules.
• Collaborated closely with supervising BCBA to adjust interventions based on data trends and client needs.
• Maintained thorough, confidential documentation of therapy sessions, client progress, and behavioral changes.

Achievements:

• Significantly reduced frequency of aggressive and self-injurious behaviors by implementing a consistent reinforcement schedule and proactive behavior interventions.
• Successfully taught the client to independently request preferred items using functional communication strategies, reducing frustration and maladaptive behaviors.
• Improved client’s adaptive living skills, such as independent toileting and self-feeding, enhancing overall quality of life.
• Enhanced client’s social interaction skills through structured play-based ABA techniques, resulting in increased peer engagement.
• Empowered caregivers by providing effective training and modeling of ABA strategies, resulting in greater consistency and generalization of learned skills at home and in community settings.

• Implement individualized ABA programs within classroom settings, targeting academic skills, functional communication, and adaptive behaviors.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify behavioral functions and develop targeted intervention strategies.
• Collect, graph, and analyze data daily using frequency, duration, and interval recording to monitor progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, school psychologists, and BCBAs to integrate ABA principles into students’ educational programs.
• Provide Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), and incidental teaching strategies to promote skill acquisition and generalization.
• Support social skills development through structured peer interactions, social stories, and modeling appropriate behavior.
• Implement crisis intervention plans, utilizing proactive and preventive behavioral strategies.
• Document session notes and maintain accurate student records in compliance with ethical guidelines and school policies.
• Train and support paraprofessionals and classroom staff in ABA methodologies, behavior protocols, and data collection procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when communicating with parents and school team members.

Achievements:

• Successfully reduced problem behaviors such as aggression, elopement, and off-task behavior through consistent implementation of behavior intervention plans.
• Enhanced students’ functional communication skills, increasing their ability to request needs, interact with peers, and participate meaningfully in classroom activities.
• Improved academic engagement and task completion rates for students by systematically applying ABA principles and reinforcement strategies.

• Oversaw and managed ABA treatment plans for a caseload of 7 clients, ensuring quality care and adherence to BACB standards.
• Conducted FBAs, developed individualized treatment goals, and oversaw data collection to ensure progress.
• Supervised and provided ongoing training to a team of 10 RBTs, ensuring fidelity of treatment implementation.
• Collaborated with families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to generalize skills across settings.
• Led training programs for new hires

• Implemented individualized treatment plans focusing on behavior reduction and skill acquisition under BCBA supervision.
• Collected, analyzed, and graphed data to monitor client progress and communicate findings to the supervising BCBA.
• Utilized positive reinforcement, prompting, and naturalistic teaching techniques to improve communication and social skills in children with autism.
• Collaborated with families and caregivers to ensure consistency of interventions in the home and community settings.