Ariana V. Kanick
Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Master’s-level professional in Applied Behavior Analysis with expertise in implementing evidence-based strategies that enhance student engagement and emotional regulation. Collaborates effectively with families and interdisciplinary teams to create individualized supports that address diverse developmental needs. Maintains meticulous documentation to track progress and inform instructional decisions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Xceed Preparatory Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based behavioral strategies that enhanced student engagement, independence, emotional regulation, and adaptive classroom behaviors.
- Fostered supportive, structured learning environments that addressed varying developmental and educational needs of students.
- Supported students with diverse behavioral, developmental, and learning needs through individualized instruction based on behavioral principles and data-driven decisions.
- Collaborate closely with caregivers, school personnel, and interdisciplinary professionals to align academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
- Observe student behavior, learning performance, emotional regulation, and executive functioning to inform instructional and behavioral supports.
- Maintain detailed progress documentation and monitor student performance to support individualized learning goals.
Administrative Assistant
Xceed Preparatory Academy
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated documentation, scheduling, and communication among staff and families to streamline operations.
- Ensured organization and confidentiality in student-related administrative tasks, contributing to efficient workflow.
- Facilitated student academic and behavioral operations in blended learning environment, enhancing student engagement.
- Helped implement individualized behavioral supports and communication strategies for students with diverse needs.
Private Nanny / Tutor
Self-Employeed
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Delivered individualized educational and behavioral support for children, enhancing learning outcomes through structured routines and developmentally appropriate strategies.
- Monitored developmental progress and tailored supports to align with individual strengths and needs, optimizing educational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with families to ensure consistent learning, behavior expectations, and communication, fostering children's social-emotional growth.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
JIT Chabad Preschool
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Facilitated play-based learning experiences that enhanced social-emotional and cognitive development.
- Ensured a safe, inclusive environment while collaborating with lead teachers to implement differentiated instruction.
- Supported lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson plans.
- Assisted with the supervision of children during playtime and group activities.
- Prepared educational materials and resources for various learning activities.
Education
Master of Special Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2026
Bachelor of Psychology -
Florida International University
Miami, FL01-2023
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Principles
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Knowledge
- Child development
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Family & Caregiver Collaboration
- Progress monitoring
- Data collection
- Interdisciplinary Team Communication
- Ethical & Confidential Practice
- Instruction technologies
- Time management
- Emotional regulation
Timeline
Teacher
Xceed Preparatory Academy
08.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Xceed Preparatory Academy
07.2023 - 08.2024
Private Nanny / Tutor
Self-Employeed
06.2020 - 07.2023
Assistant Preschool Teacher
JIT Chabad Preschool
08.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Special Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Psychology -
Florida International University