Elizabeth Letterman
Wewoka,OK
Summary
I'm a passionate behavioral health professional with a love for helping neurodivergent kids thrive. I enjoy working with children to develop behavior strategies and creating caring, safe spaces where they feel valued and understood. I'm good at really listening, calming tense situations, and understanding the feelings and needs behind behaviors. My background includes working as a paraprofessional, leading community arts projects, and guiding individuals and groups through both planned activities and spontaneous moments. I’m dedicated to trauma-informed, person-centered care that encourages growth, independence, and emotional balance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder
Letterman Arts
01.2021 - Current
- Developed community programs that increased access to arts education for underserved youth.
- Managed crisis situations and implemented contingency plans to ensure participant safety.
- Oversaw operations, budgeting, and program development with a focus on youth engagement and emotional expression.
- Created a charity fund to provide free art classes to children facing financial or social barriers.
- Supported inclusive programming that encouraged creativity, emotional processing, and social connection.
Paraprofessional
The Academies of Oklahoma
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Provided individualized behavioral, emotional, and academic support to students with diverse needs, including autism, ADHD, trauma histories, and behavioral disorders.
- Applied de-escalation strategies and behavior plans to reduce disruptive behaviors and promote self-regulation.
- Interpreted student behavior to identify underlying needs, triggers, and emotional states.
- Collaborated with teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff to maintain consistent behavioral expectations.
- Adapted instructional materials for students with varying learning styles and cognitive profiles.
- Maintained detailed documentation of behavior incidents, progress, and interventions.
- Fostered a safe, inclusive environment where students felt heard, valued, and supported.
- Guided students in expressing their needs and understanding social expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology – Behavioral Health
East Central University
Ada, OK01.2029
Undergraduate Coursework - Mathematics
East Central University
Ada, OK05.2008
Skills
- Therapeutic Communication
- Active Listening
- Empathizing
- Clarifying
- Reflecting
- Supporting & Encouraging
- Modeling Healthy Communication
- Trauma-informed, nonjudgmental approach
- Behavioral Intervention & Support
- De-escalation Techniques
- Behavior Management & Positive Reinforcement
- Confronting with Care
- Blocking Counterproductive Behavior
- Assessing Behavioral Patterns & Needs
- Group & Individual Support
- Facilitating Group Interaction
- Initiating and Guiding Group Activities
- Linking Individuals to Peers or Resources
- Evaluating Group Progress
- Maintaining Safe, Inclusive Environments
- Neurodivergent Advocacy
- Crisis Response
- Adaptability & Patience
- Strong Observational Skills (ADHD-informed insight)
- Collaborative, team-oriented communication
Certification
ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certification
September 2024, Does not expirePlatinum LevelCertificate ID: HZVP2J66615
Parenting & Neurodivergent Advocacy
Mother of three neurodivergent children; experienced in interpreting behavior, identifying needs, and supporting emotional regulation through compassionate structure.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
The Academies of Oklahoma
01.2023 - 08.2025
Co-Founder
Letterman Arts
01.2021 - Current
Undergraduate Coursework - Mathematics
East Central University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology – Behavioral Health
East Central University