Kirsten Reeder
Indianapolis,IN
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Lead Preschool Teacher
Lynhurst Baptist Preschool
08.2025 - Current
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Foster a safe, nurturing environment promoting emotional and social development among preschoolers.
- Design engaging activities that incorporated play-based learning strategies, enhancing student engagement and retention.
- Evaluate children's developmental milestones using observational assessments to tailor instructional approaches effectively.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Applied Behavior Center for Autism
12.2021 - 11.2022
- My role as an RBT with ABC was to provide ABA services to children with autism. I worked with the children on obtaining life skills, academic skills and social skills. I also implemented behavior intervention plans to help decrease maladaptive behaviors.
Enrollment Specialist
Change Healthcare
04.2021 - 11.2021
- As an Enrollment Specialist, I was responsible for processing medical provider forms and passing the forms along to the appropriate payer. I also was expected to contact providers via phone calls and managing updates to the forms being processed.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Engaging Minds Autism Services
02.2018 - 03.2021
- I was in charge of providing applied behavior analysis for children with autism. I was able to accomplish becoming a trainer at my time with Engaging Minds.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy
02.2014 - 02.2018
- I was responsible for providing applied behavior analysis for children with autism. I maintained client dignity and was an avid follower of HIPAA guidelines.
Registered Behavior Technician
Step Ahead ABA
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to promote skill development and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Conducted direct therapy sessions, applying evidence-based techniques to enhance clients' social and communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust treatment strategies accordingly.
- My responsibilities in this position took place in school and at home. My role at school focused on my client’s attentiveness and following teacher instructions in the classroom
- When implementing therapy in the home, the focus shifted towards daily living skills and completing homework assignments in a timely manner.
Direct Support Professional
Carey Services, Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2014
- I was responsible for providing direct care for adults with disabilities. I worked in their homes and assisted with daily living skills.
Server/Hostess/Cashier
Bob Evans Restaurants
07.2010 - 04.2013
- I was responsible for serving guests with optimal performance and pride. I was able to multitask and work in a high-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison-Grant High School
Fairmount, IN2010
Some college - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College
Kokomo, IN05.2013
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Management
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Experience with Children
- Team management
- Crisis intervention
- Data collection
- Classroom experience
- Classroom management
- Psychology
- Behavioral health
- Program development
- Early childhood education
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
Certification
- Registered behavior technician
- February 2014 to March 2023
Timeline
Center Lead Preschool Teacher
Lynhurst Baptist Preschool
08.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Step Ahead ABA
09.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Applied Behavior Center for Autism
12.2021 - 11.2022
Enrollment Specialist
Change Healthcare
04.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Engaging Minds Autism Services
02.2018 - 03.2021
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy
02.2014 - 02.2018
Direct Support Professional
Carey Services, Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2014
Server/Hostess/Cashier
Bob Evans Restaurants
07.2010 - 04.2013
Some college - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Madison-Grant High School