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Erin Palmer

Yorktown,VA

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based ABA services to individuals and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Dedicated to serving those on the autism spectrum.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead BCBA

York County School Division
12.2021 - Current
  • Assessed student behavior, social and emotional skills, and other responses to assist teams in supporting students with challenging behaviors
  • Provided professional development to administrators and teachers regarding emotional regulation, social skills training, FBA/BIP process, and crisis support services
  • Supported school teams in completing Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans, Safety Plans, and updated learning goals to help reduce problem behaviors
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of students and families served.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent harm to students and staff.
  • Assisted students in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.


Assistant Program Director

The May Institute For Autism And Developmental Disabilities
06.2014 - 03.2022

Assessed and developed treatment plans for clients on the autism spectrum

Provided direct, superivsory, and consultative ABA services to clients

Provided parent training and support sessions

Oversaw the regional treatment team including multiple Registered Behavior Technicians

Provided supervision to BCBA candidates

Assisted the Program Director in managing the state team including managing team hours, schedules, client acquisition, and staff assignments.


Special Education Teacher

New Horizon's Center For Autism
08.2002 - 06.2014
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual, developmental and/or emotional disabilities.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

The Sage Colleges
Troy, NY
08.2013

No Degree - Special Education Licensure

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Va
05.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA
05.2002

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Crisis Situations
  • Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
  • Community Resources and Education
  • Behavioral Analytics
  • Coping Methods
  • Behavior Standards
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders
  • Data Collection

Certification

  • BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
  • LBA- Licensed Behavior Analyst

Timeline

Lead BCBA

York County School Division
12.2021 - Current

Assistant Program Director

The May Institute For Autism And Developmental Disabilities
06.2014 - 03.2022

Special Education Teacher

New Horizon's Center For Autism
08.2002 - 06.2014

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

The Sage Colleges

No Degree - Special Education Licensure

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The College of William And Mary
  • BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
  • LBA- Licensed Behavior Analyst
Erin Palmer