Latoya Lockhart
Livingston Manor,NY
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst with over 13 years of years experience in creating behavior change programs, and over 20 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities; including Autism. Highly skilled in the development and implementation of individualized behavior intervention plans that result in a reduction of problem behaviors, and improvements in social skills and functional communication. Proficient in conducting functional behavior assessments to identify function-based strategies, and adjusting behavioral strategies dependent on analysis of data. Adept at creating effective behavior change programs through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and families, attentive listening, direct observations and modeling, and commitment to ensuring growth and progress within the environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Analyst
The Center for Discovery
09.2011 - Current
- Conduct functional behavior assessments to identify function of problematic behaviors.
- Design behavior intervention plans that include evidence based proactive and reactive strategies, replacement behaviors, crisis intervention strategies, and behavioral goals.
- Train staff and clinicians by providing written instructions, modeling strategies, observing staff performing strategies, and providing immediate feedback.
- Analyze and interpret behavior data to determine progress, and whether current strategies are effective, or need to be revised.
- Present behavioral findings during committee on special education meetings, annual meetings, conferences, and other interdisciplinary meetings.
- Present behavior analytic information to diverse groups of staff in areas of measurement, assessment, behavior reduction, skill acquisition, professionalism, and documentation.
- Supervise 4 registered behavior technicians in implementing behavior analytic strategies.
- Oversee initial competency assessment of potential registered behavior technicians and renewal competency assessment of registered behavior technicians.
Adjunct Professor
Sullivan County Community College
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Taught an introductory course in behavior analysis, providing instruction to 12 undergraduate students.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Program Educator
The Center for Discovery
01.2007 - 09.2011
- Worked with children and adults with multiple disabilities.
- Supervised 10-20 direct care staff within various residences.
- Trained direct care staff on safety protocols, data collection, and policies and procedures of agency.
- Ensured compliance with Federal, State, and Agency policies and procedures.
- Communicated with families regarding updates, individual program progress or concerns, and other pertinent information.
- Responded appropriately to physical, emotional, and personal needs of residents, and direct care staff.
- Developed comprehensive functional assessments and individual service plans (ISP) in collaboration with clinicians, case managers, families, medical personnel, and special education teachers or day habilitation staff.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' progress on goals, adaptive equipment, mealtime protocols, staff schedules, and staff training.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis & Autism
The Sage Colleges
Troy, NY08.2019
Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Intervention in Autism - Psychology
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, Massachusetts08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mount Saint Mary College
Newburgh, NY05.2006
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Effective Communication
- Problem Solving
- Positive Attitude and Enthusiastic
- Patience and Empathy
- Teamwork and Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Parent and Staff Training
- Natural Environment Training
- Behavior Skills Training
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst #1-19-38868
- New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst #002416
- CPR and First Aid
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Sullivan County Community College
08.2021 - 08.2022
Behavior Analyst
The Center for Discovery
09.2011 - Current
Program Educator
The Center for Discovery
01.2007 - 09.2011
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis & Autism
The Sage Colleges
Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Intervention in Autism - Psychology
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mount Saint Mary College
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