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Jonathan Shier

Mission Viejo,CA

Summary

Caring and compassionate Teacher experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Autism Learning Partners
03.2023 - Current
  • Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.

Senior Case Manager

Project Renewal
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Trained and supervised 2-4 Case Managers while maintaining a caseload of 10 to 15 clients.
  • Processed intake documents for new clients and made strategic Case Manager assignments on a case by case basis.
  • Conducted disciplinary and compliance meetings with Case Managers to optimize performance and client relations.
  • Audited Case Manager charts for accuracy and compliance with company, state, and federal standards to ensure client and Case Manager participation, collaboration, and coordination with delivery of services.

Case Manager

Project Renewal
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Provided case management and counseling services to 25 clients who have severe substance abuse and mental illness.
  • Conducted intake, psychosocial, and housing assessments to assist clients in identifying and obtaining financial and housing entitlements
  • Created individualized Independent Living Plans in collaboration with clients, identifying short and long terms goals geared toward client independence and stable housing.
  • Collaborated with psychiatric providers, nursing, and primary care staff to assist clients with medical and psychiatric needs.
  • Maintained accurate client documentation in accordance with city, federal, state, and local agency regulations and guidelines.

Special Education Math Teacher and Case Manager

West Preparatory Academy, CCSD
07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Taught math to 8th grade special education students while facilitating a learning environment for students with learning, social, and emotional disabilities.
  • Designed rigorous and engaging lessons and activities that promote intellectual and social emotional growth of students.
  • Managed and created 26 middle school and high school Individualized Education Programs by testing each student using various standardized academic tests, and scheduled and lead their annual meetings with their educational stake holders.
  • Assisted in piloting a behavioral/academic course for repeat offender students in partnership with CORE Academy.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education: Generalist/Mild Disabilities

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology: MFT/Clinical Counseling

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA

Professional Development

Teach For America Corps Member July 2018 - May 2020 

Teach for America, Las Vegas, Nevada

  • Selected from over 44,000 applicants nationwide to join the national teacher corps of 4,000.
  • Joined coalition of teachers serving under resourced public schools and committed to providing systemic change in the education system.
  • Participated in intensive training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement.
  • Engaged in professional development activities including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, individual and group reflections, reading, and learning teams specific to Special Education.

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Autism Learning Partners
03.2023 - Current

Senior Case Manager

Project Renewal
04.2022 - 10.2022

Case Manager

Project Renewal
04.2021 - 04.2022

Special Education Math Teacher and Case Manager

West Preparatory Academy, CCSD
07.2018 - 05.2020

Master of Arts - Special Education: Generalist/Mild Disabilities

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology: MFT/Clinical Counseling

Azusa Pacific University

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