MARGARET GAUGHAN
Front Royal
Summary
Dedicated advisor and support professional with a background in success coaching and individual development. Experienced in equipping individuals with evidence-based strategies in time management, motivation, productivity, attitude development, and core life skills. Adept at building rapport, delivering individualized guidance, and supporting individuals in setting goals, navigating challenges, and sustaining long-term academic and personal success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
SpringHealth Behavioral Health & Integrated Care
Front Royal, VA
10.2025 - Current
- Support children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities through structured interventions
- Use proactive strategies to de-escalate aggressive behaviors and promote emotional regulation
- Teach communication, coping, and social skills aligned with individualized plans
- Maintain a calm, safe, and structured environment during periods of distress
- Document behavior patterns, progress, and observed triggers
- Partnered with parents and caregivers to provide ongoing communication, training, and guidance on behavior strategies, supporting consistency across the home environment and promoting the development of positive habits while reducing challenging behaviors through a family-centered approach
Volunteer Counselor / Client Advocate
The Front Royal Pregnancy Center
Front Royal, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Counsel and support clients with professionalism, confidentiality, and empathy
- Conduct intake appointments, documentation, and follow-up communication
- Provide emotional support and coordinate resources
Special Needs Support
Public Partnerships LLC & Educational Settings
Front Royal, VA
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided individualized developmental support to an individual with Down syndrome by facilitating structured activities, encouraging expressive communication, and reinforcing the formation of positive daily habits
Educational Aide
John Paul the Great Montessori Academy
Front Royal, VA
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Temporarily provided academic, emotional, and behavioral support to students
- Assisted with classroom instruction, lessons, and daily routines
- Supported positive peer interaction and self-regulation
Education
Associate of Arts - English Language and Literature
Christendom College
Front Royal, VA05.2025
Life Coach Certification -
Metanoia Academy
Naples, FL05.2025
OptimalWork Career & Life Planning Course - undefined
OptimalWork, Inc.
01.2025
Skills
- Student Counseling & Emotional Support
- Behavioral Intervention & De-escalation
- Special Needs & Autism Support
- Social-Emotional Skill Development
- Crisis Management & Safety Awareness
- Confidential Communication & Documentation
- Collaboration with Families, Teachers & Care Teams
- Professional Ethics & Boundaries
- Organization & Time Management
Certification
Mindset/Success Coach Certification.
Life Mastery: Achieving Happiness and Success certification.
Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers certification.
40hr Behavior Technician SpringHealth certification.
Timeline
Behavior Technician
SpringHealth Behavioral Health & Integrated Care
10.2025 - Current
Educational Aide
John Paul the Great Montessori Academy
09.2024 - 11.2024
Volunteer Counselor / Client Advocate
The Front Royal Pregnancy Center
01.2024 - Current
Special Needs Support
Public Partnerships LLC & Educational Settings
01.2024 - 07.2025
Associate of Arts - English Language and Literature
Christendom College
OptimalWork Career & Life Planning Course - undefined
OptimalWork, Inc.
Life Coach Certification -
Metanoia Academy