Kristin Dudley
West Chester,PA
Summary
Experienced Classroom Assistant offering 7-year background in Elementary education. Accomplished in quickly building rapport with students, parents and school faculty. Knowledgeable Behavior Therapist dedicated to assisting clients with behavior issues at home, in community and school. Delivers behavior analysis services to enhance autonomy and quality of life of individuals and families. Collaborates with cross-functional treatment team to fully implement strategies and achieve desired outcomes. Dedicated RBT with experience using positive and negative reinforcement strategies to improve behaviors. Expert at implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques. Talented relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RBT
Pillar ABA
West Chester , PA
08.2023 - Current
- Provided 1, 1 intervention for clients with autism spectrum disorder, following the specific guidelines of their individualized behavior plans.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection systems such as ABC charts, frequency counts, and latency measures.
- Assisted in developing positive behavior support plans to promote desired behaviors and decrease problem behaviors.
- Collaborated with other professionals including BCBAs, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists to ensure best practices are being implemented for each client.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of data collected during sessions and wrote detailed reports regarding client's progress.
- Performed functional assessments to determine the function of challenging behaviors exhibited by clients.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
- Developed creative activities that engage clients while teaching them new skills or reinforcing existing ones.
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
Behavior Therapist
EBS (Stepping Stones group)
West Chester, PA
09.2021 - Current
- Collected, recorded and summarized data on client behavior and assisted family with applying treatment and behavior reduction protocols
- Maintained objective session notes and accurate records to organize, model and review behavior as well as progress information
- Maintained safe, organized and therapeutic environment to enhance patient comfort
- Incorporated Applied Behavior Analysis therapy interventions and techniques to support individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
Teacher, Classroom Assistant
Universal companies
Philadelphia, PA
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Instruction, Assistance, Behavior modification, Educational support, Maintaining safe environments, One-on-one and small group instruction, Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support, Escorted students to school nurse or administrative office, Kept over 8 students safe in classroom and outside environments, Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use, Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments, Helped students stow book bags, coats, and other items in cubbies and lockers, Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Personal Care Assistant
CCRES
Downingtown, PA
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports, Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones, Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Education
Master’s in psychology/Applied Behavior Analysis -
Capella University
03.2023
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and General Studies -
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
08.2012
Associate of Science -
Delaware County Community College
05.2008
Skills
- Transition planning
- Behavioral assessment
- Data Collection
- Error Correction
- Peer interaction
- ABA techniques
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Documentation skills
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Communication
- Data collection and analysis
- Positive Reinforcement
Timeline
RBT
Pillar ABA
08.2023 - Current
Behavior Therapist
EBS (Stepping Stones group)
09.2021 - Current
Teacher, Classroom Assistant
Universal companies
01.2017 - 06.2021
Personal Care Assistant
CCRES
10.2014 - 12.2016
Master’s in psychology/Applied Behavior Analysis -
Capella University
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and General Studies -
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Science -
Delaware County Community College
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