Kristine Leyden
Medford,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA Therapist
Autism Waiver Program
10.2015 - Current
- Evaluated dynamics of different personnel groups through range of planned activities and programs
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results and recommended improvements
- Defined core problems and determined key strategies for investigating and remediating concerns
- Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Instructional Aide
Seem Collaborative
02.2007 - Current
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system
- Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading
- Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Planned and prepared various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts and graphs
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Enhanced learning plans and quantified student progress using quizzes, essays and projects.
Education
BCBA Program - Applied Behavior Analysis
Salem State University
Salem, MABachelors in Humanities/Social Science - Education
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
05.2007
Skills
- Behavior observation
- Statistical analysis
- Activity Planning
- Research management
- Data Collection
- Responsible
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Excellent work ethic
- Good listening skills
- Data management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Verbal Behavior
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Collaboration with Professionals
- Functional Communication Training
Timeline
ABA Therapist
Autism Waiver Program
10.2015 - Current
Instructional Aide
Seem Collaborative
02.2007 - Current
BCBA Program - Applied Behavior Analysis
Salem State University
Bachelors in Humanities/Social Science - Education
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
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