Kaitlyn De La Cruz
Bronx,NY
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Psychology and hands-on experience in working with students with special needs gained through work experience and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
International Institute of the Brain
Manhattan, NY
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and submitted daily student wellness reports
- Collaborated with nursing staff on seizure event documentation
- Participated in research meetings
- Completed research integrity and human subjects training
Paraprofessional
International Institute of the Brain
Manhattan, NY
10.2025 - Current
- Supported students (ages 3-21) alongside a multidisciplinary special education team
- Assisted with academic activities and IEP goal progress
- Provided physical and personal care support (mobility, feeding, toileting)
- Collected data and helped monitor student progress
Registered Behavioral Technician
Applied ABC
Bronx, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Tracked and documented client behaviors
- Followed individualized treatment plans from BCBA
- Applied ABA techniques to support skill-building and reduce challenging behaviors
Head Waitress
Maestros Catering Hall
Bronx, NY
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Organized Parties
- Handled customer service concerns
- Served customers
Bridge Program Internship
University of Mount Saint Vincent
Bronx, NY
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated classes and provided 1:1 tutoring to students with disabilities (ages 18-24)
- Monitored and reported on student progress
- Provided career counseling
Supplemental Leader Instructor
University of Mount Saint Vincent
Bronx, NY
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Attended lectures
- Plan/Host group study sessions
- Provided peer support and guidance
Research Assistant
University of Mount Saint Vincent
Bronx, NY
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in conducting psychological research, including literature reviews, data collection, and analysis
- Collaborated with faculty and fellow researchers to enhance study design
- Presented research at the 2025 Eastern Psychological Association Conference
Office clerk
Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute
Manhattan, NY
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Organized paperwork and prepared medical charts
- Fulfilled medical records requests
Dolphin Dialer
University of Mount Saint Vincent
Bronx, NY
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Called UMSV alumni as a representative of the College of Mount Saint Vincent
- Planned events for Alumni
- Set up and helped during campus events
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Mount Saint Vincent
The Bronx, NY05-2025
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Touro University
Manhattan, NY06-2028
Skills
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Data collection
- Behavioral management
- Learning disabilities support
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- New York City Teaching Fellow for Students with Disabilities - Moderate/Severe Autism Generalist in AIMS (Grades K-2)
• Selected to train from June 2026-August 2026 in New York City Public Schools in an alternative certification program
• Expected to earn Students with Disabilities (SWD) Generalist certification
Timeline
Research Assistant
International Institute of the Brain
10.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
International Institute of the Brain
10.2025 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
Applied ABC
07.2025 - Current
Bridge Program Internship
University of Mount Saint Vincent
01.2025 - 05.2025
Supplemental Leader Instructor
University of Mount Saint Vincent
09.2024 - 05.2025
Research Assistant
University of Mount Saint Vincent
08.2024 - 05.2025
Head Waitress
Maestros Catering Hall
05.2023 - 06.2025
Dolphin Dialer
University of Mount Saint Vincent
10.2022 - 11.2023
Office clerk
Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute
05.2022 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Mount Saint Vincent
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Touro University
Research Experience
Research Assistant- International Institute of the Brain (Manhattan, NY) October 2025- Present • Prepared and submitted daily student wellness reports
• Collaborated with nursing staff on seizure event documentation
• Participated in research meetings
• Completed research integrity and human subjects training
Research Assistant- University of Mount Saint Vincent (Bronx, NY) August 2024-May 2025
• Assisted in conducting psychological research, including literature reviews, data collection, and analysis
• Collaborated with faculty and fellow researchers to enhance study design
• Presented research at the 2025 Eastern Psychological Association Conference