Kyra McGowan
Swartz Creek,MI
Summary
Skilled educator specializing in classroom organization and behavior intervention. Developed engaging sensory bins and thematic crafts to meet educational goals while ensuring an organized learning environment. Implemented behavior intervention plans using positive reinforcement to address challenging behaviors and enhance communication and social skills. Maintained detailed session records and collaborated with families to address individual student needs.
Professional with experience in classroom organization and behavior intervention, focusing on enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Developed and implemented themed activities and sensory experiences that align with educational objectives, fostering creativity and collaboration among students. Maintained detailed documentation of client progress and behavior strategies, ensuring effective communication with families and supervisors to support individual needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead behavior technician
Blossom children's center
Brighton, Michigan
04.2026 - Current
- Organized classroom layout to increase student engagement and learning outcomes
- Developed themed crafts to promote student creativity and align with weekly learning objectives.
- Creating a sensory bin that goes along with the theme of the week
- Curated coloring pages to align with weekly themes and support related activities
- Structured art room layout to promote collaboration and support creative projects
- Designed classroom billboard to foster community building by showcasing client names and faces
- Stocked classroom supplies to ensure availability for lessons
- Filing old crafts and coloring pages
Behavior Technician
Blossom children's center
Brighton, MI
05.2025 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for children at Blossom Children's center.
- Redirected challenging behaviors using positive reinforcement and calm guidance, which fostered skill development in a supportive environment.
- Facilitated skill-building activities in communication, play, and social interaction.
- Collaborated with supervisors and families on behavior strategies and children's needs.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills, enhancing independence in dressing, toileting, and eating.
- Assisted clients during transitions to new activities and group settings.
- Maintained detailed session records, including progress notes and incident reports, to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills to enhance independence in dressing, toileting, and eating.
Behavior Technician
Mercy Plus
Hartland, MI
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Implemented ABA therapy plans for children at Blossom Children's Center.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Supported positive behavior strategies during daily child activities.
- Redirected challenging behaviors using calm, consistent intervention techniques.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Recorded behavior data during sessions using center documentation systems.
Manager
Claires Stores Inc
Howell, MI
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed store operations for Claire's accessories retail environment.
- Supervised team members to ensure effective customer service coverage.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Coached and mentored team members to enhance job performance and service quality.
- Trained associates on sales floor standards and store procedures.
- Resolved customer concerns following Claire's service expectations.
- Executed cash handling procedures during transactions to maintain financial accuracy. and register transactions at checkout.
- Monitored inventory levels and replenished stock to maintain optimal product availability.
- Merchandised jewelry displays using Claire's visual presentation guidelines.
Machine Operator
Thomson Plastics
Howell, Michigan
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Operated molding equipment on Thomson Plastics production lines.
- Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings during daily production runs.
- Monitored machine controls and adjusted settings during production runs.
- Operated production equipment following safety and quality standards at employer site.
- Operated production equipment following safety and quality standards at the employer site.
- Followed safety procedures and machine startup checks.
- Recorded production data and completed shift logs for employer records.
- Cleaned production equipment to maintain optimal functionality. and maintained organized work areas throughout assignments.
Caregiver special needs adults
FasTemps
Howell, MI
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Supported daily living activities for special needs clients in home care settings.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, and mobility support.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve client care goals and resolve service-related issues.
- Administered medication reminders and documented care notes for each shift.
- Coordinated transportation to appointments, therapies, and community activities.
- Maintained clean living spaces, organized supplies, and prepared equipment for client use.
- Built strong relationships with families of special needs individuals to enhance communication and support.
- Promoted client independence by instructing on essential self-care tasks like brushing teeth and washing hands.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
The American Academy
Salt Lake City, UT 09.2021 - 01.2022
Skills
- Behavior intervention
- ABA data collection
- Incident reporting
- Activity planning
- Classroom organization
- Progress notes
- Behavior tracking
- Client documentation
- Transition support
- Attention to detail
- Data collection and analysis
- Team leadership
- Safety and crisis management
- Verbal behavior training
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive reinforcement
- ABA techniques
- Picture exchange communication system
- Clear communication
- Token economy systems
- Data collection
- Discrete trial teaching
- Applied behavior analysis
- Functional assessment
- Data analysis
- Client care
- Team collaboration
- Special needs care
- First aid and CPR certified
- Housekeeping tasks
- Feeding assistance
- Toileting support
- Personal care assistance
- Emotional regulation
- Time management
- Personal hygiene support
- Routine development
- Toileting assistance
- Autism spectrum
- First aid and CPR
Certification
- CPR
- QBS
- First Aid
Timeline
Lead behavior technician
Blossom children's center
04.2026 - Current
Behavior Technician
Blossom children's center
05.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Mercy Plus
11.2024 - 05.2025
Manager
Claires Stores Inc
06.2023 - 11.2024
Machine Operator
Thomson Plastics
10.2021 - 05.2023
The American Academy
09.2021 - 01.2022
Caregiver special needs adults
FasTemps
06.2019 - 10.2021