Cosette Brough
Whittier,CA
Summary
Second year Graduate student in the Master's of Music Therapy Equivalency (MMT) program at Augsburg University passionate about making a difference and enhancing quality of life for all walks of life. While having over 15 years of comprehensive experience in music & psychology, there is also an additional 7 years of experience working with youth in an academic setting ranging from non-neurotypical behaviors, ASD, and emotional disorders while implementing trauma informed approaches.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Administrator
Little Scholars Academy of California
Orange, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, director and education coordinator.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required licensing procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Identified needs of parents & students promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Incorporated music, art and theater programs into regular classtime
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Developed multilingual and multicultural staff and curriculum to serve families from diverse backgrounds.
- Managed school's social media accounts to promote positive image to area families.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Oversees day-to-day activities of preschool.
- Coordinated facility operations by establishing logical policies and communicating to staff, teachers and parents.
- Controlled administrative, operational, financial and logistical areas of facility.
- Monitored calendars and scheduled appointments based on availability and established load limits.
- Proofread and corrected correspondence and reports for error-free documentation.
- Completed work schedules, managed calendars and arranged appointments.
Assistant Teacher/Behavior Intervention Specialist
Olive Crest Academy
Garden Grove, CA
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Implemented behavioral plans designed by IEP teams for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to help meet special education students needs.
- Modeled social, peer facilitation and peer training to achieve academic, social, emotional and behavioral goals.
- Assisted in training of staff, parents and students in specialized instructional strategies and techniques used in behavior intervention.
- Utilized frequency charting, duration charting, time sampling and interval observations for appropriate behavior intervention.
- Adapted classroom activities, assignments and materials to provide educational opportunity for special education students to participate in classroom activities.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
- Always kept a positive attitude, displaying good role modeling skills, and taking over classroom needs as needed
- Provided 1:1 attention to students who require more assistance during both academic and non-structured periods.
- Responsible for maintaining a safe environment for students who show aggressive behavior ranging from non-compliance, running away, kicking/scratching/biting etc.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
Behavior Technician
Proof Positive ABA Therapies
Costa Mesa, CA
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with management and specialists to strategize program improvements.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
Education
Masters of Music Therapy (MMT) - Music Therapy
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
Vanguard University of Southern California
Costa Mesa05.2016
Skills
- Violin, Piano, Ukulele ad Guitar Proficiency
- Musical arrangements understanding
- Music theory knowledge
- Broad range of musical styles
- Orchestra experience
- Sight reading
- Ministry experience
- Flexible and adaptive
- Teaching, tutoring and counseling
- Special needs care
- Trauma informed approach
- Positive atmosphere promotion
- Calm under pressure
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Reporting and documentation
- Effective listening
- Excellent reading comprehension
- Excellent classroom management
- Behavior modification
- CPR/First Aid Knowledge
- Motivating students
- Project Management
- Schedule management
- Customer service
- Multitasking
- Activity planning
- Team management
- Program coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Good work ethic
- People skills
- Flexible schedule
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Critical thinking
- Patient
- Microsoft Office
- Planning & organizing
- Maintenance & repair
- Organizational skills
- Communication
- Computer skills
- Behavior management
- Developmental disabilities
- Therapeutic services
- Conflict mediation
- Creative problem solving
Musical Achievements
- Church ministry music arrangement & performance (2023)
- Disneyland Candlelight Choir Performance (2009, 2012, 2018. 2021)
- Orchestra for Fullerton College Musical event (2017, 2018)
- Most improved & outstanding musician recognition (2016)
- Piano proficiency classes (2012 - 2016)
- Vanguard University Orchestra participant (2014-2016)
- Mariachi Band Performance (2012, 2013)
- Santa Ana College Orchestra participant (2012-2014)
- Private violin lessons (2005 - 2016)
Personal Achievements
- Parent OC Magazine Top Employee Finalists of 2022 (Cosette Percy of Little Scholars Academy of California)
- 2017-2019 Staff of the Month Award (Olive Crest Academy)
- 2017 Employee of the Month Award (Proof Positive)
- 2011-2015 Employee of the Month Award (Michaels Inc.)
- 2019 CPR/First Aid Certified (2017 - present)
Timeline
Office Administrator
Little Scholars Academy of California
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Teacher/Behavior Intervention Specialist
Olive Crest Academy
10.2017 - 06.2021
Behavior Technician
Proof Positive ABA Therapies
02.2016 - 10.2017
Masters of Music Therapy (MMT) - Music Therapy
Augsburg University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
Vanguard University of Southern California