DENISE QUATE
Mount Gilead,NC
Summary
Professional Registered Behavior Technician and Certified Teaching Assistant with strong skills in implementing and monitoring behavior intervention plans. Skilled in applied behavior analysis, data collection, and progress monitoring. Collaborative team member focused on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to evolving needs. Reliable and driven by results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Brighter Strides ABA
Charlotte, NC
10.2024 - Current
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance behavioral skills in clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adapt interventions.
- Utilized data collection methods to track behavioral changes and measure effectiveness of strategies.
- Provided support during therapy sessions, fostering positive engagement and learning environments.
Registered Behavior Technician
Proud Moments ABA
Staten Island, NY
07.2017 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
ABA Teaching Assistant
Volunteers of America
04.2019 - 08.2020
ABA Teacher
Freeport Public Schools
01.2018 - 11.2018
Administrative Support - Substitute Teacher
Valley Stream Christian Academy
Valley Stream, NY
06.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient communication between staff, students, and parents.
- Coordinated scheduling for meetings, events, and parent-teacher conferences to optimize school resources.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to ensure accurate record-keeping and accessibility of student information.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a respectful and productive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY06-2026
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Social skills development
- Discrete trial training
- Token economy systems
- Reinforcement procedures
- Activity schedules
- Behavior intervention plans
- Self-management strategies
- Behavior modification techniques
- Prompting strategies
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- Certified Teaching Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Brighter Strides ABA
10.2024 - Current
ABA Teaching Assistant
Volunteers of America
04.2019 - 08.2020
ABA Teacher
Freeport Public Schools
01.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Behavior Technician
Proud Moments ABA
07.2017 - 11.2024
Administrative Support - Substitute Teacher
Valley Stream Christian Academy
06.2013 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
SUNY Empire State College
QUALIFICATIONS
Experienced Registered Behavior Technician/Certified Teaching Assistant - extensive experience in ABA, and with learning disabled, and developmentally disabled students. Well versed and trained in all areas of teaching in school, and residential setting. Knowledge of OPWDD regulations. Seeking to provide quality education while instilling a desire to learn. AMAP, CPR, & FIRST AID certified. Excellent administrative and technological skills, 70 wpm typing, Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook. Advanced and extensive knowledge of most computer programs, including graphic design. Extremely organized, efficient, fast learner with excellent interpersonal skills.