Jacinta Peterson
Saint Joseph,MN
Summary
Dynamic Behavior Practitioner at Fraser Autism Center of Excellence, skilled in implementing behavioral plans and fostering client wellbeing. Proven ability to train caregivers and advocate for clients, leveraging excellent communication and creative problem solving skills to enhance quality of life. Committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for all clients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Practitioner
Fraser Autism Center of Excellence
10.2024 - Current
- Maintain a safe and inclusive environment to foster client wellbeing.
- Educate and assist clients in activities of daily living.
- Implement and collect data from behavioral plans.
- Maintain records to support clinical planning.
Delivery Associate
Just In Time Logistics; Amazon Delivery
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Load packages efficiently for quickest delivery
- Sort, deliver, and log delivery of each package
Residential Advisor
Big Lakes Developmental Center
Manhattan, KS
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Promote the life quality of clients through active advocacy
- Support patients in performing activities of daily living
- Train new caregivers in patient care and personal safety
Student Teacher
Geary County Public Schools
Junction City, KS
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Built positive relationships with students and families through open communication
- Developed and conducted lessons using standards-based instruction and assessment
- Incorporated differentiated instruction to maintain an inclusive environment
Elementary Teacher
Our Lady of Good Success Academy
Louisiana, MO
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Promoted the physical, social, and emotional development of children.
- Maintained accurate records of each child’s development and facilitated open communication
- Planned and conducted project-based learning lessons
Caregiver
Guardian Angel Homes
Post Falls, ID
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Promoted the health, safety, and life quality of my patients
- Maintained accurate daily records for staff and families
- Trained new caregivers in patient care and personal safety
Lead Toddler Teacher
La Petite Academy
Winston Salem, NC
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Facilitated activities to enhance the toddlers social and life skills
- Observed each toddler to verify timely development
- Communicated effectively with parents and staff daily
- Cared for each toddler’s needs in a timely manner, ensuring a caring, safe environment
Elementary Teacher
Saint Robert Bellarmine Academy
Saint Cloud, MN
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Promoted the positive development of children
- Maintained accurate records of each child’s development
- Planned and conducted meaningful lessons through informed curriculum choices and use of relevant assessments
- Fostered relationships with children and parents
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors' University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2023
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education; Special Education
Rasmussen College
Saint Cloud, MN05.2017
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Energetic work attitude
- Creative problem solver
- Training development
Timeline
Behavior Practitioner
Fraser Autism Center of Excellence
10.2024 - Current
Delivery Associate
Just In Time Logistics; Amazon Delivery
09.2024 - 10.2024
Student Teacher
Geary County Public Schools
09.2022 - 12.2022
Residential Advisor
Big Lakes Developmental Center
06.2021 - 07.2024
Elementary Teacher
Our Lady of Good Success Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
Caregiver
Guardian Angel Homes
11.2018 - 06.2019
Lead Toddler Teacher
La Petite Academy
10.2017 - 06.2018
Elementary Teacher
Saint Robert Bellarmine Academy
08.2013 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors' University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education; Special Education
Rasmussen College