Kimberly Matos
Bristol
Summary
Behavioral health professional with strong foundation in applied behavior analysis and client support. Proven ability to implement effective behavior intervention strategies and contribute to meaningful client outcomes. Known for collaborative efforts in team settings and adaptability to evolving client needs. Skilled in data-driven decision-making and maintaining supportive therapeutic environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead RBT Instructor
Meliora Academy
01.2012 - Current
- Responsible for running individualized teaching sessions and implementation behavior support plans
- Fluent in Catalyst online programming
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support student learning and development.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Trained new staff on behavioral techniques and best practices for effective instruction.
- Collect daily academic and behavior data
- Graphing behavior data in MS Excel weekly in order to analyze and provide information to supervisors
- Conduct assessments (ABLLS, AFLS, VB-MAPP)
- Create student visual supports and materials needed for instruction based on individual student needs
- Utilize sensory strategies throughout the day under the consultation of the occupational therapist
- Utilize proactive strategies that will prevent behavior incidents, as well assess antecedents and possible triggers
- Assist Special Education teacher with evaluating student progress on a regular basis
The Children's Home of Cromwell
08.2011 - 01.2012
- One on one staff with student with autism
- Per Diem at the residency houses; responsible for all children on the unit. Including outings, daily chores, and supervising nighttime and daytime activities.
Behavioral Therapist
Institute of Professional Practice
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Worked one on one with individual students with behavioral disorders or autism
- Communicated daily with parents, teachers on student's ongoing progress
- Organized assignments and daily notes
- Created management guidelines
- Created Excel spreadsheets to store and graph gathered data
Behavior Analysis Teaching & Laboratory Assistant
Naugatuck Valley Community College
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Responsible for daily care of animals used in the Behavior Modification Laboratory
- Assisted students with laboratory experiments, graphic display of data
- Explained concepts and principles of behavior analysis
- Assisted in laboratory exercise development
- Provided general academic assistance to students
Summer Counselor in Training, promoted to Full Counselor
Holiday Hill Day Camp
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Responsible for a group of 12 children ages 7-10
- Assisted with planning field trips and special activities each week
- Planned daily and weekly activities for the group
- Supervised games, swimming and camping daily
Preschool Teacher
Pumpkin Patch Learning Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Responsible for the care of 18 three to five year olds
- Responsible for the cognitive and social-emotional development of children
- Assisted Head Teacher in formulating lesson plans
- Responsible for teaching monthly themes and science lessons
Education
Associates Degree - General Studies, concentration in psychology
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT12.2006
Skills
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Incidental teaching
- Reinforcement strategies
- Behavior reduction strategies
- Prompting techniques
- Individualized education plans
- Behavioral assessment
- Parent collaboration
- Community integration
- Natural environment training
- Sensory integration
- Visual supports
Certificates
- Current RBT Certification (BCAB Board)
Timeline
Lead RBT Instructor
Meliora Academy
01.2012 - Current
The Children's Home of Cromwell
08.2011 - 01.2012
Behavioral Therapist
Institute of Professional Practice
01.2006 - 01.2011
Behavior Analysis Teaching & Laboratory Assistant
Naugatuck Valley Community College
01.2005 - 01.2006
Preschool Teacher
Pumpkin Patch Learning Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
Summer Counselor in Training, promoted to Full Counselor
Holiday Hill Day Camp
01.2000 - 01.2005
Associates Degree - General Studies, concentration in psychology
Naugatuck Valley Community College