Mary Barr
Pensacola,FL
Summary
A dedicated professional with extensive expertise in behavior management and early childhood education. Skilled in crisis intervention, behavior strategies, team leadership, and staff supervision. Experienced in designing and implementing impactful programs, creating tailored behavior intervention plans, and fostering inclusive environments. Committed to promoting social and emotional growth for students with diverse needs, while cultivating collaborative learning spaces. Strong organizational skills and drive for positive, results-oriented outcomes. Passionate about building strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to ensure student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician 3/ Programmer
Virtus Health
Pensacola
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted to a supervisory position within 4 months due to exemplary performance and leadership skills.
- Developed and executed targeted behavior strategies, significantly improving client outcomes.
- Spearheaded ABA principle training sessions, enhancing team proficiency and policy adherence.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Assisted in writing Behavior Intervention Plans and Behavior Guidelines for clients.
- Trained fellow RBTS on how to carry out new protocols, implement new skill acquisitions, and coached them through de-escalating clients.
- Coached RBTs through de-escalation procedures and protocols.
- Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Collaborated with the supervising behavioral analysts about the progress of the client, the data collected, the behavior, and ideas to implement their desired plan.
Registered Behavior Technician
Positive Behavior Supports
Tallahassee, FL And Pensacola, FL
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Implemented and established behavior strategies best used for achieving target goals
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served
- Communicated with the supervising Behavioral Analysts on progress of the client, data collected, behavior and ideas to implement their desired plan
- Reduced behavioral incidents by developing clear expectations and consequences within a supportive framework for all participants.
- Accomplishments: Was able to enter the student analyst role
Lead Teacher
Scottsdale Academy
Tallahassee, FL
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented the proper first aid procedures needed for specific injuries
- Abided by all company/licensing rules and regulations
- Communicated daily with parents about any questions they have about their child's behavior or development via phone, email or in person.
Grocery Team Member
Whole Foods
Tallahassee, FL
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Provided excellent customer service and address need of customers in a timely and effective manner
- Ensured a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating, and removing out-of-date products
- Maintained accurate department signage and pricing
- Operated and sanitized all Grocery equipment in a safe and proper manner
- Made sure that inventory logs were kept up-to-date after every shift and conducted annual company wide inventory checks.
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons
Tampa, FL
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression among students through various art projects and writing assignments, inspiring confidence in their abilities.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL07.2020
Certificate - Child Development Associate
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Student evaluations
- Learning Strategies
- Running Assessments
- Student records management
- Program Development
- Serving diverse communities
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Behavior management
- Autism experience
- Data collection and data analysis
- Crisis management
- Early intervention
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Special education
- Training & development
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- RBT Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Seizure Recognition and First Aid
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician 3/ Programmer
Virtus Health
08.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Positive Behavior Supports
07.2020 - 06.2022
Lead Teacher
Scottsdale Academy
04.2018 - 06.2020
Grocery Team Member
Whole Foods
10.2017 - 04.2018
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons
09.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Certificate - Child Development Associate
The University of West Florida