Leah Pelcastre
Tampa,FL
Summary
Previously a VPK teacher who created developmentally appropriate and enriching lessons for core and elective subjects for school-aged children. Established a nurturing and stimulating environment for students to learn and engage in self-exploration and promote community.
Previously a registered behavior technician who assisted neurodivergent children from two to seven years of age in acquiring adaptive behaviors in a home, school, and clinic setting. Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of professionals and support systems to create and implement a personalized treatment plan for clients.
Recently an aftercare counselor for kindergarten through first-grade students in a charter school. Created and implemented age-appropriate and engaging activities for students and maintained a safe environment that encouraged learning and community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
AFTERCARE COUNSELOR
SUPERIOR SCHOOLS-PLATO ACADEMY OF TAMPA
12.2023 - Current
- Implemented engaging after-school activities that fostered creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking skills
- Organized extracurricular programs that encouraged socialization, physical activity, and cultural enrichment
- Established strong relationships with students by actively listening to their needs and adapting approaches accordingly
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behavioral incidents, and communication with parents or guardians
- Provided homework assistance to ensure students comprehended material and completed assignments on time
- Managed resources effectively by maintaining inventory of supplies needed for daily activities within budget constraints
- Developed clear expectations for behavior during aftercare hours while promoting positive reinforcement strategies when appropriate
- Communicated with parents and staff to discuss educational policies and activities and students' learning and behavioral problems.
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
BEHAVRIORAL ANALYSIS SUPPORT SERVICES
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Promoted adaptive behaviors and positive responses in children with ADHD, Autism, and oppositional defiance behavior using visual stimuli, personalized methods of communication, and positive reinforcements
- Collaborated with board-certified behavioral analysts, speech therapists, occupational therapists, teachers, and client support systems to create and implement individualized treatment plans for neuro-developmentally challenged clients
- Documented interventions and client progress to identify the effectiveness of treatment and report to the supervising behavioral analyst
- Conducted functional behavior assessments and preference assessments to enhance the effectiveness of treatment plans
- Provided emotional and social support for clients in a home or school setting to encourage engagement with others and build relationships
- Created developmentally appropriate activities to encourage the client's developmental and interpersonal skills.
TEACHER
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF WESTCHASE
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Created enriching and developmentally appropriate lessons for school-aged children to meet academic objectives
- Encouraged community and engagement among students through classroom transformations, teamwork activities, and socio-emotional support
- Offered one-one-one and group instruction to help students strengthen academic weaknesses
- Documented student progress in an online database and developed lessons to help guide students in reaching academic goals
- Collaborated with families to support learning targets at home and communicated strategies to combat problem behaviors
- Multi-tasked and time-managed a variety of responsibilities.
Education
Associate of Arts Education Pathway -
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05.2024
High School Diploma -
Alonso High School
Tampa, FL01.2018
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Flexible/adaptable
- Critical thinker
- Organized
- Creative
- Compassionate
- Communicative
- Professional
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
AFTERCARE COUNSELOR
SUPERIOR SCHOOLS-PLATO ACADEMY OF TAMPA
12.2023 - Current
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
BEHAVRIORAL ANALYSIS SUPPORT SERVICES
04.2021 - 01.2023
TEACHER
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF WESTCHASE
08.2019 - 03.2021
Associate of Arts Education Pathway -
Hillsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Alonso High School
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