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Emily Tapia

Carrollton

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Needs Nanny

Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and behavior modification strategies.
  • Enhanced communication skills for non-verbal children through consistent use of sign language and visual aids.
  • Fostered emotional well-being through active listening, validation, and encouragement during difficult moments or transitions.
  • Increased independence in daily living activities by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, and hygiene management.

Paraprofessional

Galliant Autism Care
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Registered Behavior Technician

Action Behavior Centers
02.2022 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.

Daycare Assistant

Hamilton Academy
03.2018 - 01.2022
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
09-2027

High School Diploma -

R.L. Turner High School
Carrollton, TX
05-2018

Skills

  • ADHD support
  • Emotional regulation
  • Special education collaboration
  • Autism experience
  • Social skills development
  • Sensory integration strategies
  • Individualized education plan
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization

Certification

-Registered Behavior Technician

-First aid/CPR certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Special Needs Nanny

Self Employed
04.2024 - Current

Paraprofessional

Galliant Autism Care
02.2024 - 04.2024

Registered Behavior Technician

Action Behavior Centers
02.2022 - 02.2024

Daycare Assistant

Hamilton Academy
03.2018 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Purdue University

High School Diploma -

R.L. Turner High School

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