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Craig Putnam

Craig Putnam

Goshen,NH

Summary

Behavior Interventionist with extensive experience at Newport School District, skilled in crisis intervention and building strong relationships with students. Developed and executed customized behavior plans that significantly improved social skills and emotional support for students with special needs. Dedicated to ongoing professional development and employing data-driven strategies to drive positive results in challenging situations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Interventionist

Newport School District
Newport, NH
02.2011 - Current
  • Executed behavior plans to foster positive behaviors in students.
  • Adapted instruction based on individual student needs while ensuring safety protocols are met.
  • Facilitated group activities designed to encourage social skills development among students with special needs.
  • Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
  • Utilized data collection methods such as frequency counts, duration recording, and ABC charts to monitor student progress.
  • Performed crisis prevention and intervention duties as needed including physical restraint if necessary.
  • Monitored student behavior and kept detailed logs of observations throughout the day.
  • Observed student behavior in order to assess their strengths and weaknesses in order to develop appropriate strategies for addressing any issues that arise.
  • Engaged in professional development opportunities related to behavior management techniques.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Enterprise State Junior College
Enterprise, AL

Some College (No Degree) - Air Traffic Control Tower Operator

U.S. Army
Fort Rucker, AL

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Emotional support
  • Instructional design
  • Interactive teaching
  • Learning objectives
  • Class instruction
  • Public speaking
  • Student rapport
  • Group and individual instruction

Affiliations

  • Lover of animals and nature.
  • Puzzle, game and Origami enthusiast.
  • Enjoy traveling and learning about other cultures.

Certification

  • Paraprofessional II
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention Instructor
  • Safety Care Instructor
  • Suicide Prevention Instructor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Behavior Interventionist

Newport School District
02.2011 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Enterprise State Junior College

Some College (No Degree) - Air Traffic Control Tower Operator

U.S. Army

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