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Lauren Melen

240 2th Street,CA

Summary


Highly experienced and compassionate individual a with background in teaching swim lessons and working with children with developmental disabilities. Skilled in using the strength based techniques to teach new skills and foster a supportive learning environment. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport while enhancing water safety skills and confidence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Designer

CUSP
09.2010 - Current
  • Design and implement behavior intervention plans
  • Teach new skills through play
  • Build rapport with families and children with developmental disabilities
  • Decrease maladaptive behaviors, such as aggression, crying, tantrums
  • Use techniques to de-sensitize individuals to non-preferred or feared items or activities

Swim Instructor

Saint Mary's High School
07.2012 - 08.2012
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback from students and parents to enhance swim program.
  • Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

University of Kansas
Lawrence Kansas
05-2010

Master of Science - Counseling Option in Applied Behavior Analysis

California State Los Angeles
Los Angeles
06-2013

Skills

    Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Timeline

Swim Instructor

Saint Mary's High School
07.2012 - 08.2012

Program Designer

CUSP
09.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

University of Kansas

Master of Science - Counseling Option in Applied Behavior Analysis

California State Los Angeles