Breana Bey
East Orange,New Jersey
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Teacher Assistant, Behavior Technician, and Direct Support Professional with hands-on experience providing individualized academic, behavioral, developmental, and community-based support to children and individuals with special needs. Experienced in one-to-one support, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), behavior intervention plans, Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), progress documentation, and data collection. Skilled at creating safe, structured, and supportive environments while building positive relationships and promoting independence, learning, communication, and social development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
Bass Aba
Fort Lee, NJ
09.2024 - 09.2026
- Provided one-to-one behavioral and developmental support to clients in home and community settings.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans as directed by supervising professionals.
- Applied Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Natural Environment Teaching (NET) techniques to support skill development and learning.
- Collected accurate, quantifiable data on client progress and submitted documentation through electronic systems.
- Monitored client responses and progress while following established treatment and behavioral protocols.
- Participated in mandatory and ongoing professional training to maintain and strengthen behavioral support skills.
- Completed monthly documentation and time logs accurately and in accordance with program requirements.
- Maintained a professional, supportive, and structured environment while working directly with clients and their families.
Teacher Assistant
Paraprofessional
Montclair, NJ
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Provided one-to-one academic and behavioral support to a student with special needs while implementing individualized lessons and interventions under teacher guidance.
- Assisted with individualized strategies designed to increase student engagement, participation, learning, and independence.
- Monitored and documented student progress, behaviors, and engagement to support instructional and behavioral adjustments.
- Supported the student throughout classroom activities, transitions, recess, lunch, and therapy sessions.
- Encouraged positive peer interactions, social development, and inclusion within the classroom and school community.
- Helped maintain a safe, structured, organized, and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, service providers, and parents to promote consistency in academic and behavioral support.
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Sevita
North Arlington, NJ
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided community-based support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Supported individuals in pursuing greater independence, meaningful daily activities, and a fulfilling quality of life.
- Built positive and supportive relationships with individuals while promoting dignity, respect, and inclusion.
- Assisted individuals with daily activities and community-based experiences according to their individual needs and support plans.
- Worked as part of a team focused on individualized care, safety, personal development, and community participation.
- Encouraged individuals to participate in activities that promoted social interaction, independence, and personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Arts
STETSON UNIVERSITY
DeLand, FL06-2017
Skills
- One-to-One Support
- Autism & Special Education Support
- Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
- Natural Environment Teaching (NET)
- Academic & Behavioral Assistance
- Data Collection & Documentation
- Progress Monitoring
- Social Skills Development
- Community-Based Support
- Safety & Behavior Management
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention
- Classroom & Activity Support
- Team Collaboration
- Family & Caregiver Communication
- Electronic Documentation Systems
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Paraprofessional
06.2025 - 06.2026
Behavior Technician
Bass Aba
09.2024 - 09.2026
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Sevita
06.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Arts
STETSON UNIVERSITY