Katherine Barber
Sutton,MA
Summary
Behavior Therapist with extensive knowledge of Behavior Analysis and experience working in elementary public school systems, early intervention preschool, clinical and home-based settings. A team player with a strong work ethic and outstanding professionalism. Works well under pressure and is able to handle high stress situations with patience and calm. Quick learner who adapts easily to change. Solid knowledge of therapeutic techniques with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and minor in ABA. Currently working on completing Master of Education, Autism/ Applied Behavior Analyst at Cambridge College.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Applied Behavior Analysis Technician
Floral Street Elementary School
Shrewsbury, MA
02.2022 - Current
- Provide one-to-one ABA and Academic services to students with developmental and behavioral issues in a public-school setting
- Provide one-to-one inclusion support throughout the school day
- Collaborative weekly consults/communication with classroom teachers, special education, speech and other student services to ensure behavior support plan is able to be implemented correctly across different academic settings and instruction
- Case management for students, which includes daily data, graph making, data sums, context support and overall responsibility for client’s materials, behavior support plan, and academic support
- Group Students for social skills, turn taking, and peer interactions
- Implement reverse inclusion with neurotypical peers.
Associate Behavioral Therapist
Beacon ABA Services
Milford, MA
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided 1-1 ABA services to students with developmental and behavioral issues in early intervention pre-school, clinical and home-based settings
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Taught children ages 2-4 to develop appropriate verbal communication and social skills necessary for living a healthy lifestyle
- Collected and recorded data on clients’ progress
- Communicated and worked collaboratively with clients’ teachers and BCBA
Behavioral Therapist
HMEA Autism Resources
Worcester, MA
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Responsible for overseeing implementation of treatment and behavior plans for clients aged 3-8
- Provided direct 1:1 ABA services within a clinical setting under the direction and supervision of a BCBA
- Assisted clients in learning appropriate social behaviors and life skills
- Collected and summarized data, treatment progress and detailed session notes following each session
- Prepared lessons and materials for individual clients based on their plan
Education
Master of Education - Autism/Applied Behavior Analyst
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Assumption College
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of principles and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Experience developing and implementing individualized behavior intervention plans
- Experience with crisis intervention and behavior management techniques
- Ability to work independently and make decisions based on the individual needs of each student
- Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills
Timeline
Applied Behavior Analysis Technician
Floral Street Elementary School
02.2022 - Current
Associate Behavioral Therapist
Beacon ABA Services
08.2021 - 01.2022
Behavioral Therapist
HMEA Autism Resources
11.2018 - 08.2021
Master of Education - Autism/Applied Behavior Analyst
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Assumption College
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