Kassandra Lopez Ramirez
Plant City,FL
Summary
Newly certified Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with 8 years of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician and recent experience as a Behavior Specialist. Deeply committed to delivering compassionate, data-driven ABA services that foster meaningful progress for clients and families. Proficient in conducting functional behavior assessments, designing and implementing individualized behavior intervention plans, and supervising direct care staff with clinical integrity. Skilled in training caregivers and educators in the four functions of behavior, modeling effective teaching strategies, and promoting generalization across settings. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit. Passionate about advancing the field of behavior analysis through ethical practice, continuous learning, and client-centered care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Specialist
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
10.2024 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to ensure success.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Newline Behavioral Solutions
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Conduct preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Collaborate with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions. Support client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
PERITA PEDIATRIC THERAPY LLC
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Provide direct client care in 1:1 setting utilizing intensive teaching and natural environmental teaching.
- Collaborate effectively with parents, teachers, occupational and speech therapists as part of an interdisciplinary team and conducted weekly trainings to ensure that ABA procedures were transferred across environments.
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
AUTISM HOME SUPPORT SERVICES INC
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Monitored, recorded, and observed problem behaviors through accurate antecedent-behavior- consequence data collection, anecdotal notes, and graphs.
- Implemented ABA techniques including Discrete Trial Training, Pivotal Response Treatment, Picture Exchange Communication System to increase language and communication, appropriate play skills, cooperation skills, and self-help skills.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
National Louis University
Chicago, IL07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, FL07.2018
Skills
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Picture Exchange Communication System
- Discrete Trial Training
- Errorless Teaching
- Organizational Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavior intervention
Certification
- BCBA Certified
- Certified in Adult/ Infant CPR, First Aid and AED
- CPI Trained
- Prior Safety Care trained
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF LEADERSHIP AND SUCCESS
- Trained in leadership and success skills via an introspective and interactive training session.
- Participated in peer-based leadership development teams
- Experience in setting and achieving goals, receiving coaching, coaching others, and holding others accountable to commitments.
Timeline
Behavior Specialist
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
10.2024 - Current
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Newline Behavioral Solutions
09.2021 - 08.2024
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
PERITA PEDIATRIC THERAPY LLC
09.2019 - 08.2021
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
AUTISM HOME SUPPORT SERVICES INC
03.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
National Louis University
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