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Erin Bumgarner

Columbia,SC

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

mighty kidz services
Columbia, SC
01.2025 - Current
  • Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with students.
  • Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
  • Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
  • Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
  • Assisted in the development of positive behavior supports within the classroom environment.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
  • Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
  • Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

Northeast Presbyterian Church
Columbia, SC
07.2024 - Current
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education topics.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Provided guidance to assistant teachers on classroom management techniques.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and styles within the classroom.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Responded promptly to parent inquiries regarding their child's well-being or academic progress.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.

Investigator

Vijilent
Gloucester, MA
09.2022 - 01.2025
  • Compiled comprehensive reports on all investigative findings, including relevant
    documents and photographs.
  • Searched computer databases, public records, and other resources to locate
    persons or compile information for investigations.
  • Analyzed digital footprints left by suspects on the internet and social media
    networks.
    • Used Trello and Slack.

Substitute Teacher

Vernon Parish School Board
Leesville, LA
09.2023 - 05.2024

• Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular
teachers.
•Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning
environment.
•Provided classroom teacher with written feedback on results of lessons and
student behavior issues.
•Followed existing lesson plans to provide consistent instruction to assigned
students.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple classrooms.
• Utilized technology and multimedia resources to enhance instruction.
Worked with special education teachers to address the needs of special
education students.

  • Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.

Assistant Teacher

First Baptist Church of Killeen
Killen, TX
09.2019 - 05.2021
  • Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
  • Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
  • Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
  • Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
  • Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
  • Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Created colorful and attractive displays for bulletin boards and hallways.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Hairstylist

Mia & Maxx
Bellevue, WA
03.2007 - 08.2008
  • Applied highlights, lowlights or other coloring techniques.
  • Assisted other stylists with busy periods in the salon.
  • Provided consultations to clients about their desired hairstyle and hair care needs.
  • Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
  • Supervised front-end of salon, booked appointments, inventoried sales area and coordinated employee schedules to maximize operations.
  • Upsold additional services when appropriate to increase sales volume.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work station by sanitizing tools and equipment between uses.
  • Updated and maintained customer information records and beauty services provided.
  • Operated cash registers to receive payments from patrons.
  • Tracked inventory of supplies used for styling services.
  • Greeted customers, answered phones and booked appointments.

Education

Cosmetology -

Gene Juarez Academy North
Seattle, WA
06-2007

High School Diploma -

Bellevue High School
Bellevue, WA
06-2006

Some College (No Degree) -

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

Skills

  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Applied behavioral analysis
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Data documentation
  • Progress tracking
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Problem solving
  • Activity schedules
  • Digital investigation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Critical thinking
  • Special education support
  • Technology-savvy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

mighty kidz services
01.2025 - Current

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

Northeast Presbyterian Church
07.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Vernon Parish School Board
09.2023 - 05.2024

Investigator

Vijilent
09.2022 - 01.2025

Assistant Teacher

First Baptist Church of Killeen
09.2019 - 05.2021

Hairstylist

Mia & Maxx
03.2007 - 08.2008

Cosmetology -

Gene Juarez Academy North

High School Diploma -

Bellevue High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Western Washington University