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Ashley Retcho

Roselle Park,NJ

Summary

Empathetic and results-driven professional with a background in education, specializing in behavioral intervention, individualized support, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in managing diverse needs, de-escalating complex situations, and ensuring that each individual receives the tailored support they require. Adept at handling sensitive issues, engaging with clients to provide solutions, and working in high-pressure environments. I am seeking to leverage my skills in problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration to contribute to improving member experiences and operational efficiency in healthcare settings.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Science Teacher

WCMHS
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Developed and implemented an engaging science curriculum, tailored to meet the academic and emotional needs of students.
  • Applied social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies and trauma-informed practices to foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including counselors and healthcare professionals, to provide holistic support to students with diverse mental health needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior and de-escalated challenging situations, ensuring a positive learning environment and minimizing disruptions.
  • Communicated regularly with students’ teams to provide updates on student progress and collaborate on support strategies.

Individual Program (IP) Teacher

WCMHS
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Created and implemented customized lesson plans based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring academic and behavioral success.
  • Worked closely with colleagues to provide integrated support for students with varying academic abilities and mental health challenges.
  • Managed multiple student cases, tracking progress and adjusting strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students to improve their emotional regulation and behavioral outcomes.

Behavioral Interventionist

WCMHS
Barre, VT
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided direct one-on-one intervention to students, supporting their emotional regulation, social skills, and academic progress.
  • Assisted in crisis intervention and managed escalated situations, ensuring student safety and de-escalating challenging behaviors.
  • Documented and tracked intervention progress, reporting outcomes to the multidisciplinary team to adjust strategies as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Kean University
Union, NJ
05.2021

Skills

    Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution

    Behavioral Intervention

    Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

    Crisis Intervention

    Data Collection & Reporting

Timeline

Science Teacher

WCMHS
08.2024 - 08.2025

Individual Program (IP) Teacher

WCMHS
08.2023 - 08.2024

Behavioral Interventionist

WCMHS
04.2022 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Kean University
Ashley Retcho