Brandace Swain
Nashville,TN
Summary
Experienced and dedicated registered behavior technician and preschool teacher with a proven track record of effectively managing classroom activities and implementing ABA learning techniques. Skilled in providing personalized and professional support to students, aiding them in achieving their goals. Seeking a position to leverage my ability in fostering personal development in children and youth. Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 6 years of related experience. Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for all students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant
Tennessee School For The Blind
Nashville, TN
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Registered Behavior Technician
Siskin Children's Institute
Nashville, TN
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Provides individual/group direct service support to children with IDD
- Use of ABA techniques to teach socialization, communication, self-care skills
- Acts as liaison and advocate for clients
- Oversees client experience, reviewing treatment plans, monitoring progress
- Keeps supervisor informed in regard to client needs
- Collects RBT data & collaborates with other professionals on client care
- Responsible for assessments, crisis stabilization plans & onsite intervention
Preschool Teacher / Paraprofessional
Primrose Schools
Nashville, TN
09.2017 - 03.2022
- Educated and cared for children below age 5 in preparation for kindergarten
- Maintained accurate records for students as required
- Led students to demonstrate mastery at preschool level tasks
- Delivered creative and interactive activities to students
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Oahu, HI
08.2018 - 12.2018
Camp Counselor
Camp Ramapo for Children
Rhinebeck, NY
06.2017 - 09.2017
Education
Bachelor of Psychology -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN09.2024
High School Diploma -
Cane Ridge High School
Nashville, TN01.2016
Skills
- Assements/Lesson Plans
- Conflict Resolution
- ABA Techniques
- Compassionate Organization Skills
- Learning Techniques
- Crisis Stabilization
- RBT
- Early Childhood Education
Group and individual instruction
Certification
First Aid, CPR and RBT, Nashville, TN
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Tennessee School For The Blind
08.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Siskin Children's Institute
04.2022 - 07.2024
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Center for Disease Control & Prevention
08.2018 - 12.2018
Preschool Teacher / Paraprofessional
Primrose Schools
09.2017 - 03.2022
Camp Counselor
Camp Ramapo for Children
06.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Psychology -
Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Cane Ridge High School