KODI SMITH
JoyBridge Kids
Raleigh,NC
4
years of professional experience
Master of Social Work student with a B.S. in Psychology and direct experience supporting children and families across behavioral health and early childhood settings. Registered Behavior Technician skilled in implementing individualized treatment plans, collecting behavioral data, building therapeutic rapport, and supporting children with diverse communication and behavioral needs. Interested in family centered, evidence-based practice with youth.
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
4 Months- Provide one-on-one behavioral support to children using Applied Behavior Analysis principles under BCBA supervision.
- Implement individualized programs targeting communication, social, adaptive, and skill-development goals.
- Collect and document behavioral and skill-acquisition data to monitor progress and support treatment decisions.
- Use reinforcement, prompting, redirection, natural environment teaching, and structured teaching procedures.
- Build therapeutic rapport through client-centered play and respond to challenging behavior while maintaining safety and dignity.
- June 2026 - Present
Teacher Assistant / Lead Teacher
2 Years 5 Months- Implemented developmentally appropriate lessons and structured curriculum while supporting children's individual learning needs.
- Reinforced positive social and behavioral skills and supported behavior implementation strategies.
- Built trusting relationships with parents and families through consistent communication and collaboration.
- Maintained a safe, supportive classroom environment during learning, play, meals, and daily routines.
- January 2024 - January 2025
Classroom Aide
11 Months- Supported infants through preschool-age children during classroom activities and daily routines while monitoring safety.
- Worked collaboratively with classroom staff and maintained positive, professional communication with families.
- February 2023 - January 2024
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Behavioral Data Collection
Child & Family Engagement
De-escalation & Redirection
Therapeutic Rapport
Documentation
Early Childhood Development
Team Collaboration
Professional Communication
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
JoyBridge Kids
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Teacher Assistant / Lead Teacher
Doodle Bugs! Children's Learning Academy
01.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Classroom Aide
Margaret's House
02.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Rochester Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Capella University
Master of Social Work (MSW)
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