Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
I have my Nevada State Substitute License
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Deborah Odle

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Empathetic Intervention Specialist, with compassion for special needs individuals and excellent comprehension of developmental issues. Professional yet warm and committed to gaining trust of children and families. Strengths include client education, counseling, referral services, curriculum development and outreach programs. Successful at helping students with academic and social stressors. I am looking to branch out as a Teacher to build healthy and strong relationships with children and parents. Outstanding background of working with Teachers, school administrators and being a Teacher in a classroom myself.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intervention Specialist/Adult Learning Trainer

The Children's Cabinet
12.2017 - Current
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
  • Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
  • Mediated conflicts through structured sessions.
  • Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.

Teacher/Supervisor/Special Education Teacher

Acelero Head Start
07.2015 - 12.2017
  • Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Collaborated with school administration to develop and implement curriculum standards, ensuring alignment with state guidelines.
  • Enhanced teacher performance by conducting regular classroom observations and providing constructive feedback.
  • Reduced disciplinary issues through the implementation of a comprehensive behavior management plan that includes clear expectations and consequences.
  • Coordinated parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong relationships between families and educators in support of student success.

Infant/Toddler Supervisor/Special Education

Angels Christian Academy
03.2014 - 07.2015
  • Provide classroom experiences that are developmentally, linguistically, culturally and age-appropriate for the children served.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Preschool Teacher/Preschool Supervisor

Kindercare Learning Centers
01.2009 - 03.2014
  • Provide children with learning experiences to promote their cognitive, social and emotional development.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Program Supervisor

Pavlish Playhouse
09.2004 - 11.2008
  • Led a child-centered learning environment for children six weeks to three years.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Oversaw staff training and development programs, ensuring employees were equipped with the skills needed to excel in their roles.
  • Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings, keeping staff informed about updates, changes, or upcoming events related to the program they supervised.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.

Education

Masters of Applied Behavior Analysis -

Arizona State University (started Jan 2024)
Tempe, AZ
02.2024

Alternate Route To Licensure - Special Education

Nevada Teachers Program
Las Vegas, NV
06.2021

AA in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
06.2016

Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Sciences - Child Development

Ashford University
Clinton, IA
10.2012

Skills

  • Adaptive Learning
  • Student Records Management
  • Student evaluations & Individualized instruction
  • Academic Accommodations & Teaching Strategies
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Understanding of special education
  • Continuous professional development
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Functional Behavior Assessments
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Documentation & assessment tools
  • Curriculum Development
  • Social Skills Development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Family Education
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • IEP development
  • Learning Strategies
  • Lesson Planning

Certification

Nevada Registry Adult trainer certification.

I have my Nevada State Substitute License

Nevada Department of Education Substitute License.

Timeline

Intervention Specialist/Adult Learning Trainer

The Children's Cabinet
12.2017 - Current

Teacher/Supervisor/Special Education Teacher

Acelero Head Start
07.2015 - 12.2017

Infant/Toddler Supervisor/Special Education

Angels Christian Academy
03.2014 - 07.2015

Preschool Teacher/Preschool Supervisor

Kindercare Learning Centers
01.2009 - 03.2014

Program Supervisor

Pavlish Playhouse
09.2004 - 11.2008

Masters of Applied Behavior Analysis -

Arizona State University (started Jan 2024)

Alternate Route To Licensure - Special Education

Nevada Teachers Program

AA in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University

Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Sciences - Child Development

Ashford University
Deborah Odle