Highly motivated and results-driven professional with a strong track record of success in ABA and Healthcare. Skilled in problem-solving, management, communication, customer service, with a proven ability to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional results. Adept at collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve organizational goals. Seeking to leverage expertise to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CANS Assessor
Maximus
04.2024 - Current
Conducting the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment to evaluate a child's emotional, behavioral, social, and developmental needs, as well as their strengths
Assisting in creating a comprehensive evaluation that guides treatment planning, services, and interventions to support the child's overall well-being
Utilize remote workdays to effectively plan, schedule, and organize meetings for upcoming assessments, leveraging my expertise in Word, Excel, and other online tools. This approach allows me to gather essential information on each individual, ensuring thorough preparation and efficient time management ahead of each assessment
Managed workload effectively by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in all aspects of the assessment process.
Continuously improved assessment procedures through regular review of internal processes, incorporation of feedback from stakeholders, and adaptation to changing industry standards.
Lead Instructor
New York City Autism Charter Schools
07.2022 - 04.2024
Applied ABA techniques with individual students in a classroom setting through a 1:1 rotation, gaining insight into each student’s unique communication, social, and educational needs and tailoring instructional methods accordingly
Collaborated with a head teacher and clinical supervisor to support classroom and student needs, tracked and graphed individual student progress, and assisted in drafting their progress reports and behavioral plans.
Provided guidance to instructors under my supervision with a collaborative, team-oriented approach, assisting with student behaviors, learning objectives, and program implementation
Utilized strong communication skills to address parents' questions, concerns, and updates as needed via message or face-to-face.
Developed positive relationships with students built on trust and respect, encouraging open communication and mutual support within the class community.
Teacher Assistant
New York Child Resource Center
08.2021 - 06.2022
Provided 1:1 or 1:2 support during Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy sessions in the classroom while also collecting current accurate data on each child’s progress.
Assisted in developing effective classroom management strategies that fostered an inclusive community where all students felt valued and respected.
Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, field trips, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.