Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Broward County School Board, adept in classroom management and student engagement. Successfully mentored struggling students, enhancing their academic performance through tailored instruction. Skilled in behavior management and relationship building, fostering a positive learning environment that promotes critical thinking and creativity.
Hi, I’m
David Wood
Registered Behavior Technician
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Broward County School Board
Substitute Teacher
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into lessons.
- Mentored struggling students one-on-one, resulting in significant improvements in their academic performance.
Public Patnerships
Caregiver
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Vida Healing
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
08.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Incorporated play-based techniques into therapy sessions, making learning enjoyable while still meeting targeted objectives.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within their broader support networks, ensuring a holistic approach to care provision.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes.
- Coordinated with school staff for seamless integration of behavior support services within classroom environments.
- Supported clients in achieving social skills development goals through targeted interventions and modeling.
Future Stars Youth Sports Association
Director
01.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw fundraising efforts for the basketball program, generating significant financial support from donors and sponsors.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and monitoring player development.
- Managed budgets for basketball operations, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and financial stability.
- Managed marketing efforts, communicated programs to staff and trained on marketing promotions.
- Oversaw creation and maintenance of strategic plans for growth and development of basketball operations.
- Coordinated team travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics for players, coaching staff, and supporting personnel.
Education
Concorde Career Institute (Miramar)Miramar, FL
Associate of Science from Occupational Therapy
02-2020
University Overview
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity in teaching
- Activity planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Broward County School Board
07.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Public Patnerships
01.2020 - Current
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Vida Healing
08.2019 - Current
Director
Future Stars Youth Sports Association
01.2017 - Current
Concorde Career Institute (Miramar)
Associate of Science from Occupational Therapy
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