Caitlin Dudginski
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Behavior Technician with 7 years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Service-focused Behavior Technician devoted to help clients improve behaviors and better meet treatment goals. Skilled in implementing ABA to help individuals acquire skills and adopt reduction strategies for problematic behaviors. Focused on giving comprehensive support involving parents and caregivers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
ABA Centers of Virginia
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to support client behavioral im
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients.
- Collected and analyzed data to track progress and adjust interventions effectively.
- Developed and executed behavior intervention strategies in various settings, including home and school environments.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
Endodontic Dental Assistant
Endodontic Assosciates
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment using Autoclave and Statim.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
Kindergarten Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Therapeutic Support Staff
CCRES
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Worked one on one with clients diagnosed with Autism, in a classroom setting, utilizing the model of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Observed patients and collected data.
- Used techniques such classical conditioning, shaping and chaining.
- Utilized crisis training, when necessary, to maintain the safety of students and coworkers.
- Completed all required documentation according to strict facility and compliance standards.
- Provided extensive support, education and skill-building assistance to families.
- Implemented treatment plans based on conditions and individual capacities.
- Collaborated with outside resources from patient's life to build strong support network.
Student Teacher
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with other faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Integrated new strategies for optimal classroom management and behavioral control.
- Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Aligned instructional approaches with development levels of students to enhance individual learning.
Behavior Technician
The Vista School
01.2014 - 03.2015
- Provided one-to-one therapy to children with autism by applying principles from the field of Applied Behavior Analysis
- Used techniques such classical conditioning, shaping and chaining.
- Designed materials and activities to support treatment goals.
- Helped implement interventions outlined in behavior treatment plans.
- Implemented Occupational Therapy/Speech Language Pathology interventions
- Observed patients and collected data.
- Wrote daily progress notes.
Behavior Technician Intern
The Vista School
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Helped patients accomplish daily tasks and build social skills.
- Observed patients and collected data.
- Implemented interventions outlined in behavior treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PAM.Ed. -
Cabrini University
King of Prussia, PASkills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Picture Exchange Communication System
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Experience implementing Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology treatment plans
- Proficient in Microsoft
- Excellent time management/communication skills
- Youth Mental Health Certified
- CPR Certified
- Blood Borne & Pathogen Cerfitied
Certification
- Prek-4 Instructional Teaching Certificate
- Registered Behavior Technician Certificate
Timeline
Behavior Technician
ABA Centers of Virginia
11.2023 - 06.2025
Endodontic Dental Assistant
Endodontic Assosciates
10.2021 - 11.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Student Teacher
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School
01.2018 - 05.2018
Therapeutic Support Staff
CCRES
03.2015 - 12.2018
Behavior Technician Intern
The Vista School
08.2014 - 12.2014
Behavior Technician
The Vista School
01.2014 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
M.Ed. -
Cabrini University