Administered evaluations and analyzed results to identify nature of disability and determine realistic treatment goals
Documented ongoing progress and implemented treatment interventions for 20-30 clients per day to support individual objectives in daily living
Helped fabricate various types of splints and provided support to assist with adjustment to recent limitations
Fieldwork Level II OT Student
A.T. Services
01.2023 - 03.2023
Conducted evaluations and designed plan of care for individuals age 1-18 years
Documented pediatric client progress and response to interventions using computer-based system
Educated parents/guardians on treatment plans and client progress.
Worked in fast-paced environment with multidisciplinary treatment team (OT, PT, ST)
Special Education Teacher
Broward County Public Schools
08.2020 - 12.2022
Developed and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies in students grade K-12
Created and implemented modified lesson plans using adapted instructional techniques for students with intellectual, behavioral, and physical disabilities
Supervised, created schedules, and delegated tasks to teacher assistants
Special Education Teacher
South Florida Autism Charter School
06.2017 - 06.2020
Designed individualized education plans aligning goals with functional abilities for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder individuals age 5-21
Delivered effective and differentiated instruction to students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills and education
Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
Maintained accurate documentation of student progress and attendance.
Recreational Therapy Student Intern
Villa Maria Nursing Center
08.2017 - 12.2017
Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities, and personal interests.
Instructed geriatric patients in activities and techniques such as dance, music, or art designed to meet specific physical or psychological needs.
Conducted patient evaluations to assess abilities and identify conditions suitable for recreational interventions.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Miami, FL
08.2023
M.S. in Recreation & Sports Management - Recreational Therapy
Florida International University
Miami, FL
12.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
Florida International University
Miami, FL
04.2014
Skills
Career-oriented and adaptability
Innovative problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal and collaboration skills