Deanna Barberi
Melbourne,FL
Summary
An attentive and patient individual with a strong record of academic excellence and childcare experience with a passion for child development, applied behavior analysis, and education. College graduate from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida with a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Current RBT and previous Assistant VPK teacher and dedicated nanny/babysitter.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Amego, Inc./Core Connections
06.2024 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Provided services in-home, in-school, and in-clinic.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Engaged clients in social skills groups to boost their interaction capabilities, promoting better social integration.
Registered Behavior Technician
Puzzle Box Academy/Kaleidoscope Interventions
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized reinforcement strategies and procedures.
- Observed, monitored, and recorded problem behaviors through accurate data collection in the clinic setting.
- Worked one-on-one with children with an ASD diagnosis.
- Implemented appropriate ABA strategies daily to improve behaviors.
- Worked as a part of a collaborative team to address the changing needs of children and families.
- Built and maintained positive and professional relationships with clients and staff.
- Documented behavioral data accurately, contributing to better-informed treatment adjustments.
Babysitter/Nanny
Various Locations, Florida
12.2018 - 12.2023
- Assisting and supervising children in their everyday routines such as changing, bathing, feeding, and playing.
- Daily, weekends, and some overnight supervising.
- Driving to and from activities and school.
- Ensuring safety, administering medicine, and teaching good behaviors.
- Teaching schoolwork, helping with homework, and assisting in projects.
- Leading educational and fun activities throughout the day.
- Encouraging kind behavior and words to one another.
- Helping children cope with everyday struggles and emotions.
- Aiding in the growth of the child academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Helping with talking, reading, writing, and math as well as problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Providing extra help with household chores.
VPK Assistant teacher
Weekday Preschool, Satellite Beach, Florida
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervising children during group time and playtime, inside and outside of the classroom.
- Supporting lead teacher in implementing curriculum and routine.
- Coordinating learning, games, and art projects.
- Engaging with children and families through open communication.
- Monitoring the progress of children towards personal and academic goals.
- Instructing small group sessions while providing daily feedback to the lead teacher and parents.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment.
- Aiding in the explanation of strategies to improve social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Informing families of any concerns with the child's progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida05.2021
No Degree - undefined
Florida State University
12.2017
General Associates Degree - undefined
Eastern Florida State College
05.2017
Skills
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Flexible in dynamic environments
- Receptive to feedback
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Data collection
- Applied behavior analysis
- Social skills development
- Small group instruction
Certification
- 25 hours of Guided Clinical Observation – Master Clinician Network
- CPR/AED/First Aid
- RBT Certification
- 40-hour DCF Childcare Certification
- VPK Emergent Literacy course Certification
- Familiar with Child Development
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Amego, Inc./Core Connections
06.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Puzzle Box Academy/Kaleidoscope Interventions
08.2023 - 05.2024
VPK Assistant teacher
Weekday Preschool, Satellite Beach, Florida
01.2021 - 06.2022
Babysitter/Nanny
Various Locations, Florida
12.2018 - 12.2023
No Degree - undefined
Florida State University
General Associates Degree - undefined
Eastern Florida State College
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Central Florida
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