Belinda Taylor
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Friendly Lead Preschool Teacher develops relationships with children with a range of abilities. Dedicated to supporting children's emotional, physical and cognitive development. Punctual and organized with outstanding interpersonal abilities. Dedicated professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience creating fun and interactive learning experiences. Focused on integrating technology alongside traditional teaching methods. Recognized for maintaining safe, loving environment to encourage children to explore and learn.
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Several years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills. Compassionate psychiatric technician with a solid background in providing care and support for patients in mental health settings. Possess strong skills in behavioral management, therapeutic communication, and crisis intervention, contributing to safe and positive patient outcomes. Have effectively collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, enhancing patient well-being and facilitating recovery processes. Demonstrated ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor under challenging conditions, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Paraprofessional
Zed Education
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Worked closely with lead teachers to adapt lesson materials according to individual student needs, increasing comprehension and engagement levels.
- Effectively managed challenging situations with students by remaining calm, composed, and focused on implementing appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behaviors, ensuring a conducive learning environment for all students.
- Promoted positive behavior changes by consistently reinforcing appropriate actions using praise and rewards.
- Improved students'' social skills through targeted group activities and one-on-one sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, behavioral incidents, and intervention outcomes for further analysis.
ABA Paraprofessional
The Aemilian Preschool Inc
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, behavioral issues or any other concerns they may have had about their child's well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, assessments and other important information pertaining to each student.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that incorporated reading, writing, math, science and art into daily activities.
- Participated in team meetings with administrators to review curriculum objectives or discuss school policies.
- Provided individualized instruction to each student based on their needs and interests.
- Observed and documented students' growth and development throughout the year.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided direct instruction to students according to individualized behavior plans.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through verbal praise and reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted BCBAs with developing intervention programs based on assessments, evaluations, and observations of client behaviors.
Patient Care Technician
Community Bridges Inc.
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Behavior Health Technician /ABA Therapist
Autism Treatment for Children
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented a variety of teaching strategies including discrete trial training, natural environment teaching and verbal behavior analysis.
- Created individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Conducted assessments of child's current functioning level in areas such as communication, socialization, self-help skills, and academic performance.
- Provided individualized behavior therapy services to children with autism spectrum disorders.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
- Utilized positive reinforcement methods to increase desired behaviors while decreasing challenging behaviors.
- Promoted positive relationships between family members by providing education on effective parenting strategies.
- Provided support for individuals transitioning into new settings such as school or home environments.
- Created visual supports such as schedules or choice boards for clients who may benefit from them.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or any changes needed in the treatment plan.
- Monitored client progress through the use of data collection systems and graphing techniques.
Behavior Health Technician
Aurora Behavioral Health System
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed during times of distress or agitation.
- Monitored clients' physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients dealing with a variety of mental health disorders.
- Observed changes in client behavior and reported any concerning trends to supervisor or psychiatrist.
- Supported family members through the process of understanding mental illness diagnoses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for each client.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and behaviors.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
Behavior Health Technician/ Caregiver
All About People Staffing
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Encouraged positive self-esteem among clients by providing feedback and recognition for accomplishments.
- Assessed safety risks in the environment and took appropriate actions when necessary.
- Monitored clients' physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Helped arrange appointments with psychiatrists, therapists, or other healthcare providers.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed during times of distress or agitation.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and behaviors.
- Performed medication administration and management duties according to established protocols.
Behavior Health Technician
Next Level Treatment Center
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Encouraged positive self-esteem among clients by providing feedback and recognition for accomplishments.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed during times of distress or agitation.
- Monitored clients' physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Observed changes in client behavior and reported any concerning trends to supervisor or psychiatrist.
- Performed medication administration and management duties according to established protocols.
Preschool Teacher
Creative Beginnings Early Learning School
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waukesha West High School
Waukesha, WI06-1998
Skills
- Creative lesson plans
- Growth portfolios
- Visual supervision
- Classroom management experience
- Parent Communication
- Social Skills Development
- Curriculum Development
- Special Needs Support
- Classroom Management
- Head Start programs
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Student Records Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Skill-building exercises
- Suicide Prevention
- Documentation skills
- Resource Coordination
- Mental Health Support
- Menu Planning
- Individual Counseling
- First-aid and CPR
- Family support and assistance
- Excellent customer service skills
- Patient Safety Management
- Medication Administration
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Planning
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Patient Assessment
Certification
- Child Care Certifications
- CPI
- CPR AND FIRST AID
- BLS
- PARA PROFESSIONAL
- ABA/RBT
- ABA/RBT
Education and Training
other
Timeline
ABA Paraprofessional
Zed Education
09.2024 - 02.2025
ABA Paraprofessional
The Aemilian Preschool Inc
01.2024 - 08.2024
Patient Care Technician
Community Bridges Inc.
02.2023 - 01.2024
Behavior Health Technician /ABA Therapist
Autism Treatment for Children
05.2022 - 01.2023
Behavior Health Technician
Aurora Behavioral Health System
04.2021 - 04.2022
Behavior Health Technician/ Caregiver
All About People Staffing
02.2019 - 03.2021
Behavior Health Technician
Next Level Treatment Center
10.2016 - 02.2019
Preschool Teacher
Creative Beginnings Early Learning School
05.2015 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Waukesha West High School
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