Kokinda Finestone
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Experienced in developing and implementing individualized behavior intervention plans, contributing to enhanced student engagement and positive behavioral outcomes. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student needs, ensuring effective treatment strategies and timely interventions. Trained and mentored new staff on behavior management techniques, resulting in improved team performance and consistency in intervention delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Behavior Interventionist
Verdugo Hills Autism Project
Sherman Oaks, California
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans, enhancing student engagement and promoting positive behavioral changes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student needs, ensuring effective treatment strategies and timely interventions.
- Trained and mentored new staff on behavior management techniques, improving overall team performance and consistency in intervention delivery.
Homework Assistance coordinator
City of Santa Monica/ police activities League
Santa Monica, California
01.2007 - 11.2011
- Coordinated homework assistance programs, enhancing student engagement and academic performance through tailored support strategies.
- Developed and implemented training workshops for volunteers, ensuring effective delivery of educational support to students.
- Collaborated with educators and community organizations to align homework assistance resources with student needs and curriculum standards.
Academic and Behavior Interventionist
Vista del Mar school
Los Angeles, CA
09.2004 - 06.2010
- Designed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans, enhancing student engagement and promoting positive behavioral changes.
- Collaborated with educators and families to assess student needs, providing tailored support that improved academic performance.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting interventions to ensure effective learning outcomes.
Teacher's Assistant
Kayne eras school
Culver City, California
09.2000 - 02.2004
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing individualized educational plans, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to develop and adapt instructional materials, ensuring accessibility for diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing timely feedback to support academic and social development.
Education
IT Network Customer Service
Computer Learning Center
Los Angeles, CA 03.2001 - 12.2001
Santa Monica High School
Santa Monica , CASome College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Behavior intervention plans
- Student engagement strategies
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Verdugo Hills Autism Project
09.2018 - 01.2023
Homework Assistance coordinator
City of Santa Monica/ police activities League
01.2007 - 11.2011
Academic and Behavior Interventionist
Vista del Mar school
09.2004 - 06.2010
IT Network Customer Service
Computer Learning Center
03.2001 - 12.2001
Teacher's Assistant
Kayne eras school
09.2000 - 02.2004
Santa Monica High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Mount Saint Mary's University