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Debbie Smith

Lincoln,NE

Summary

Caring Behavior Technician in a Preschool Evidenced-Based ABA Therapy Program. Administered individualized treatment plans for early intervention for children aged 2 to 6 years, applying ABA techniques and strategies to enhance communication, social, self-help skills, and independence growth, documenting and collecting data.
A dedicated Early Childhood Educator fosters a nurturing, safe, and respectful classroom by creating a diverse curriculum to promote children's curiosities and child-led interests in a play-based environment, committed to building community, collaboration, and relationships with families, children, and staff. Encourage children's growth in social & emotional, language, physical, cognitive, and adaptive skills to meet their individual needs through observation, progress monitoring, and collecting data. Teach children to be respectful, kind, independent, and responsible in building community in the classroom. Dedicated to continuing education to grow and learn,

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavioral Technician

Stride Autism Center
02.2023 - Current
  • Reduced maladaptive behaviors by utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis techniques effectively.
  • Increased client engagement by employing creative and age-appropriate activities during sessions.
  • Effectively managed challenging situations by employing de-escalation techniques as needed for client safety and well-being.
  • Promoted a safe environment, ensuring adherence to agency policies and procedures.
  • Supported smooth transitions between activities during therapy sessions, minimizing disruptions and maximizing productivity.

Lead Teacher

Head Start
07.2017 - 09.2021
  • Prepared lessons plan for children ages one to three according to age, development, and individual needs.
    Documented and assessed GOLD data to meet requirements of the Teaching Strategies curriculum, Ages and Stages Questionnaire, ITERS, and CLASS
    Developed a safe, healthy, and respectful environment
    Trained, guided, supervised, and evaluated staff
    Patient and committed to the best interests of early learners and their families
    Developing a community with respect and kindness in the classroom
    Continuous professional development
    Member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
    Understanding of basic application skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and Zoom

Early Childhood Specialist

Bryan Child Development Center
09.2009 - 12.2016
  • Engaged with the infants with responsive teaching methods
  • Communicated with parents daily through daily reports, drop-off, and pick-up times
  • Documented and assessed the infant's developmental milestones
  • Promoted infant's social & emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development through a sensory, play-based environment
  • Created daily lesson plans

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis/Autism Spectrum Disorder

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2025

Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education

Concordia University, Nebraska
Seward, Nebraska
04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Human Relations

Doane-Lincoln, Ne
Crete, NE
05.1991

Associates of Arts - Early Childhood Development

Southeast Community College
Lincoln, Nebraska
05.1983

Skills

  • Classroom Management and Organization
  • Staff Supervision
  • Building Relationships & Collaboration
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Technology Skills
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Problem-Solving Skills & Critical Thinking

Additional Information

Participated in the UNL Getting Ready Program Study, Member of NAEYC, First Aid/CPR, Continuous Professional Development, Step Up To Quality

Certification

Certified Registered Behavior Technician February 2023

Timeline

Registered Behavioral Technician

Stride Autism Center
02.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Head Start
07.2017 - 09.2021

Early Childhood Specialist

Bryan Child Development Center
09.2009 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis/Autism Spectrum Disorder

Capella University

Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education

Concordia University, Nebraska

Bachelor of Arts - Human Relations

Doane-Lincoln, Ne

Associates of Arts - Early Childhood Development

Southeast Community College
Debbie Smith