Madelyn Bickford
New Canton,VA
Summary
I am a special education teacher with four years of school-based experience, a master’s and bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and a background in clinical behavior services. My experience includes individualized instruction, IEP development and management, behavior intervention, progress monitoring, and data-informed decision-making. I have also served as a VTSS school coach and team lead, facilitating monthly meetings, coordinating surveys, and collecting attendance and school-climate data to support school improvement. I value collaboration with students, families, paraprofessionals, and multidisciplinary teams to create safe, structured, and supportive learning environments. My additional experience includes providing ABA services to young children, developing individualized goals, documenting progress, and adjusting supports to meet individual needs. I am passionate about helping students build skills, achieve their goals, and succeed through individualized, evidence-based support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Dominion Precision Teaching and Consulting
01.2025 - Current
- Provided ABA-based services aligned with treatment plans.
- Recorded client progress and responses to interventions while completing supervised BCBA fieldwork hours.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients at Dominion Precision Teaching and Consulting.
- Collected session data to monitor behavior patterns and skill acquisition.
- Reinforced communication, social, and daily living skills through structured practice.
- Documented client responses and session notes for supervisory review.
- Supported parent training by modeling behavior strategies and prompting techniques.
- Collaborated with behavior analysts to adjust teaching methods and treatment plans.
- Tracked data and monitored progress toward student goals and objectives.
- Worked with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to support intervention implementation.
- Created and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
Special Education Teacher
BCPS
01.2024 - Current
- Adapted instruction and materials to student profiles and IEP goals.
- Applied behavior supports that promoted safety, engagement, and independence.
- Managed IEPs and meetings, tracked progress, and coordinated consistent support with paraprofessionals.
- Delivered differentiated instruction for students with varied learning needs.
- Adjusted lesson plans to support accommodations and modifications.
- Tracked student progress using BCPS assessment and documentation systems.
- Communicated with families about student goals and behavior plans.
- Completed compliant paperwork for meetings, services, and evaluations.
- Supported positive behavior through structured interventions and routines.
- Built safe classroom environment that supported learning for special education students.
- Conducted student performance assessments and shared feedback with parents.
- Worked closely with related services providers, including speech therapists.
- Created individual education plans for students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management systems that supported positive behaviors.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Participated in professional development focused on special education teaching strategies.
- Addressed student behavior concerns according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavior concerns.
- Used technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Prepared compliant IEP progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Evaluated student needs and identified helpful resources and supports.
- Modeled appropriate behaviors and reinforced positive conduct.
Special Education Teacher
ACPS
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered individualized instruction; developed and maintained IEPs, facilitated meetings, tracked progress toward goals, and collaborated with families and school teams.
Behavior Clinician
ABA clinic and in-home services
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Implemented individualized service plans for children ages 2–3; developed session materials and collaborated on client goals.
Education
M.S. - Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VA08.2024
Special Education Licensure - SPED K-12
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VA08-2024
B.S. - Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VA05.2023
Certificate - Autism Studies
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VA05-2023
Skills
- Special education expertise
- Applied behavior analysis (ABA)
- Individualized instruction
- IEP development and management
- Behavior intervention strategies
- Progress monitoring and data analysis
- Student-centered support
- Behavior intervention plans
- ABA data collection
- Assistive technology integration
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Classroom behavior management
- Instructional assessment methods
- Effective communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Dominion Precision Teaching and Consulting
01.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
BCPS
01.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
ACPS
01.2023 - 01.2024
Behavior Clinician
ABA clinic and in-home services
08.2022 - 02.2023
M.S. - Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin University
Special Education Licensure - SPED K-12
Mary Baldwin University
B.S. - Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin University
Certificate - Autism Studies
Mary Baldwin University