Beckham Kern
Wyckoff,NJ
Summary
Motivated, organized, and compassionate human services worker looking to pivot to psychological research. Extensive experience in working with children, developmental psychology, academic writing, and data collection and analysis.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Paraprofessional
Reed Academy
Franklin Lakes, NJ
03.2026 - Current
- Led individualized instruction for students in accordance with IEP protocols, utilizing applied behavior analysis techniques. Championed student independence by enhancing essential academic and life skills in a supportive setting. Cultivated a positive learning environment that minimized challenging behaviors.
- Monitored and analyzed student data to assess academic progress and behavioral challenges.
- Developed curriculum for assigned student. Organized teaching materials to support effective learning. Prepared resources to enhance classroom engagement.
Registered Behavior Technician
Answers for Autism, LLC
Robbinsville, NJ
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Facilitated skill development in functional life and communication for children with ASD, while effectively managing targeted problem behaviors.
- Executed behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) designed by supervising Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to enhance quality of life for individuals diagnosed with ASD and their families.
- Recorded data during instructional sessions and documented challenging behaviors to support effective interventions. Maintained detailed session records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Independent Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
Mercer County, NJ
05.2019 - 06.2025
- Implemented engaging activities and routines for six families' infants and children, fostering a nurturing environment for diverse developmental needs.
- Oversaw daily childcare activities and implemented effective household organization strategies, including pet care, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in May and June of 2022.
Higher Education Tutor
TCNJ Tutoring Center
Ewing, NJ
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted students in understanding psychology concepts through tailored tutoring sessions. Supported academic writing skills development in various subjects. Guided learners in statistics and French language acquisition.
- Facilitated personalized tutoring sessions for neurodivergent clients, focusing on ADHD and ASD needs.
- Cultivated relationships with over 15 clients while maintaining detailed session records. Supported clients in achieving improvements of one to three letter grades in challenging subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ05-2025
Skills
- Psychology research
- Data management
- Academic writing
- Organization
- Communications
- Childcare
- Education
Languages
French
Professional Working
Accomplishments
Phi Beta Kappa Society, inducted April 2025
Member of the oldest and most prestigious academic honor society in the United States.
Collegiate Recovery Community, TCNJ, September 2021 - May 2025
Head of Support for an organization centered around peer support and outreach for students struggling with mental health issues and substance use disorders.
Eastern Service Workers’ Association, May 2024 - May 2025
Volunteer English teacher for Haitian Creole speakers 2-3 times weekly in under-resourced communities. Door-to-door canvasser, translator, and organizer for 50th anniversary fundraiser. Prepared organization materials.
TCNJ Language Department, September 2022 - May 2023
College-level French conversation leader for English speakers, using self-designed lesson plans.
Psychological Research
Developmental Psychology, TCNJ, September 2024-December 2024
- Explored the impact of bilingualism on the cognitive, social, and emotional development of children with autism under the guidance of Dr. Stahl.
- Effectively navigated and synthesized research to create a comprehensive literature review.
Racial Identity Development, TCNJ, September 2023-December 2023
- Examined the effects of racial discrimination on the academic achievement of Black college students across gender and Black ethnic groups under the guidance of Dr. Onyewuenyi.
- Mastered several data entry programs, including Microsoft Excel and Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) to organize survey responses and create coherent charts and graphs to display the findings.
Alcohol Lab, TCNJ, September 2022-January 2023
- Assisted in animal research with Dr. Martinetti, working with rats to discover the causes and treatments of Alcohol Use Disorders in humans.
- Oversaw rats in operant chambers, prepared ethanol solutions for consumption, and assisted in cleaning and sanitizing of lab areas, keeping detailed records throughout.
- Participated in weekly lab meetings, preparing for discussions by annotating various research papers and frequently contributing ideas pertaining to the subject matter.
Timeline
Educational Paraprofessional
Reed Academy
03.2026 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Answers for Autism, LLC
06.2024 - 06.2025
Higher Education Tutor
TCNJ Tutoring Center
09.2022 - 05.2025
Independent Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
05.2019 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The College of New Jersey