Heather Albro
Purcellville,VA
Summary
Compassionate Behavior Assistant / RBT versed in assisting teachers / BCBA's with effective interventions and strategies in order to shape wanted behaviors. Adept at observing student behavior and implementing corresponding corrective techniques. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Expertise in resource allocation and schedule management. Thrives in environments where strengths of adaptability and flexibility are utilized in order to achieve team success. Praised for collaborative nature and consulting skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Assistant
Frederick County Public Schools
Winchester, VA
09.2022 - Current
- QBS Safety Care Trainer Certified. Trained FCPS staff, teachers and administration in de-escalation strategies and physical management strategies for crisis interventions.
- Collects accurate A-B-C data via direct student observation and consultation with classroom teachers regarding student behaviors.
- Coaches FCPS staff and teachers Applied Behavior Analysis strategies and de-escalation strategies based on student's behavior plan.
- Utilized consulting skills for implementation and maintenance of intervention plans.
Registered Behavior Technician
Acorn Health
Winchester, VA
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Performed one on one behavioral interventions to teach functional communication, social and daily living skills and reduce unwanted behaviors in client's home, school and community settings.
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during client sessions, completed by daily treatment notes and consistently submitted timely written and verbal reports.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with BCBA's to strategize program improvements.
- Cultivated trusting relationships with parents or caregivers to ensure impactful parent trainings.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Newton Public Schools
Newton Center, MA
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Met one on one with special education students in general education classrooms, implementing targeted behavioral plans.
- Advised Inclusion instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Helped students to develop positive behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.
- Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
Special Education Assistant
Loudoun County Public Schools
Purcellville, VA
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Worked closely with school nurse to monitor Type 1 Diabetes and down syndrome student to ensure medical safety through out the school day.
- Facilitated functional life skills development through explicit instruction and repetition to entrench skills.
- Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Elementary Classroom Aide
Palmer Catholic Academy
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Assisted teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
- Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY08.2006
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Data collection
- Behavior intervention, support and management
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Relationship and team building
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician
- QBS Safety Care Trainer Certified
- Diabetes Care
- CPR
Accomplishments
NCAA Division One Student Athlete
- Hofstra University Women's Lacrosse 2002-2006
Varsity Women's Lacrosse Coach
- Loudoun Valley HS, VA 2006-2008
- Ponte Vedra HS, FL 2008-2010
- The Bolles School, FL 2012-2014
Timeline
Behavior Assistant
Frederick County Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Acorn Health
11.2021 - 10.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Newton Public Schools
11.2020 - 10.2021
Special Education Assistant
Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2019
Elementary Classroom Aide
Palmer Catholic Academy
08.2012 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hofstra University
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