Avita Legans
Gardena,CA
Summary
Seasoned behavior interventionist highly effective at developing intervention plans that assist students in developing social and academic skills. Outgoing and flexible with several-year background in education. Compassionate professional in special education, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing individualized education programs (IEPs), behavioral management techniques, and adaptive learning strategies. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring each student's unique needs are met and educational goals achieved.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Verdugo Hills Autism Project
Van Nuys, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists and educators, to ensure cohesive support strategies.
- Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
- Guided clients in developing coping mechanisms and strategies for self-regulation and emotional control.
- Utilized techniques such as behavior modeling and role-playing to improve interactions between students.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Looking Glass Children Service
Culver City, CA
08.1998 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists and educators, to ensure cohesive support strategies.
- Guided clients in developing coping mechanisms and strategies for self-regulation and emotional control.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
National University
La Jolla, CA04-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Cal State Dominquez Hills
Carson, CA06-2001
BBA - Interdisplinary Studies
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA05-1998
Skills
- Positive behavior support
- Behavior assessment
- Social skills training
- Therapeutic crisis intervention
Timeline
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Verdugo Hills Autism Project
08.2016 - Current
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Looking Glass Children Service
08.1998 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Cal State Dominquez Hills
BBA - Interdisplinary Studies
Los Angeles Southwest College
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