Detriona Johnson
Cary,North Carolina
Summary
Versatile and dedicated educator with a focus on the individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in the implementation of hands-on lessons and is successful at providing the structure special needs children require to flourish in an academic setting.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist
North Country Academy
08.2015 - Current
- Worked as an ABA Therapist thru Epic Developmental Services within the Souderton Area School District.
- Communicated non verbally with children to provide them with comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Communicated with multiple educators to implement best practices strategies.
- Taught reading, language arts and math in a self-contained Autistic Support classroom.
- Collected data for running records.
- Instructed students with disabilities, including autism an attention deficit/hyperactive disorder.
- Implemented a token economy to encourage positive behavior.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day.
- Redirected poor behavior using the positive reinforcement method.
- Worked with students utilizing augmentative communication devices.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Sbarro
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Created lesson plans.
- Individualized lessons to cater to multiple learning styles.
- Tailored educational goals to align with PA state standards.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and management.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, movies and themes to promote student interest.
Manager
Payless Shoe Source
06.2003 - 06.2014
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
- Clearly and promptly communicated pertinent information to staff, such as large reservations or last minute menu changes.
- Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lock Haven Univerity
2005
Post Baccalaureate - Special Education
Kutztown University
2008
Skills
- Trained in CPR
- 1 years one on one
- Implemented behavior Modification Plans
- Collected running records data
Timeline
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist
North Country Academy
08.2015 - Current
Lead Toddler Teacher
Sbarro
06.2014 - 06.2015
Manager
Payless Shoe Source
06.2003 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lock Haven Univerity
Post Baccalaureate - Special Education
Kutztown University
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