Implementing behavior/educational/social targets with non-verbal preschool students with autism; Tracking target behavior data; Medicaid billing
President, Board of Directors
Garrison Players Arts Center
Rollinsford, NH
09.2020 - Current
Facilitating/overseeing all non-profit business operations; spearheading strategic planning; fundraising
Youth Education Instructor and Director
06.2014 - Current
Developing and implementing artistic concepts for all technical and creative elements of staged productions; Observing/assessing student abilities and challenges; Supporting students in developing strong work ethics and confidence through empathy and humor; Creating the master calendar for rehearsals, technical construction and design; Coordinating and mentoring volunteers and assistants for all production tasks, including ushering and strike; Designing, creating, and coordinating costumes, props, set pieces for classes and productions; Coordinating registration fees/processing/accounting; coordinating ticket sales/box office
Costume Manager/Designer
01.2007 - Current
Designing and/or providing support in all aspects of costuming; maintaining the organized storage of the costume collection
Homework Lab and Enrichment Lab Leader
Dover Housing Authority: SOCC after school program
Dover, NH
02.2022 - 06.2023
Facilitating homework and reading support for elementary students; Conducting theater enrichment programs in acting, improv, and puppetry
Special Education Paraprofessional
Woodman Park School
Dover, NH
08.2017 - 06.2023
Supporting students with disabilities in meeting academic, social, and organizational task goals; Implementing behavior plans for students to aid in managing emotions, developing coping skills, enhancing executive function, and building confidence and self-esteem; Providing data and feedback regarding student challenges and achievements to case manager/behaviorist
Co-Director/Costumer/Marketing Coordinator
Melissa Manseau’s Musical Theater Summer Camp
01.2021 - 01.2023
Vice President
Garrison Players Arts Center
Rollinsford, NH
05.2020 - 09.2020
Interim Treasurer
Garrison Players Arts Center
Rollinsford, NH
11.2019 - 06.2020
Secretary
Garrison Players Arts Center
Rollinsford, NH
06.2019 - 05.2020
Marketing Director
Garrison Players Arts Center
Rollinsford, NH
06.2010 - 12.2015
Membership Director
Garrison Players Arts Center
Rollinsford, NH
06.2010 - 12.2015
Program Coordinator/Alternate Responsible Officer
Council on International Educational Exchange
Berlin, Germany
04.1999 - 12.2004
Issuing, controlling and securing visa eligibility documents; focus on internship and work abroad programs; Processing applications to fulfill US Department of State eligibility requirements within tight deadlines; Conducting orientation seminars throughout Germany (RE: culture-shock; adapting to American culture); Liaising with US employers to ensure internship structure provides adequate challenge/learning experience
Education
Graduate School Coursework, Applied Behavior Analysis: Intro to ABA, Ethics for ABA -
Arcadia University
01.2023
Graduate School Coursework, Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Intro, Theories/ Techniques -
New England College
01.2021
Graduate School Coursework, Special Education: Psychology, Intro to Exceptionalities -
Great Bay Community College
01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
University of New Hampshire
Skills
Vocal Training with Opera Singer Melissa Manseau (2007 to 2009; current)
Costume assistant/seamstress/dresser at Hackmatack Playhouse (1988-1994)
Fluent in German: 11-year residence in Berlin, Germany (November 1994-March 2006)
Confident public speaker: performed as actress in dozens of theatrical productions
Behavioral Conditions
Documentation Skills
Data Collection
Communication
Positive Reinforcement
Client Relationship Development
Social Skill Development
Active Listening
Needs Assessment
Critical Thinking
Behavior Observation
Crisis Management
Decision-Making
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Encouragement and Motivation
Rapport Building
Employee Training
Certification
Paraprofessional II certification (current)
CPI Certification (current)
CPR certification (current)
First Aid certification (current)
References
References available upon request.
Languages
German
Professional
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Constellations Behavioral Services
08.2023 - Current
Homework Lab and Enrichment Lab Leader
Dover Housing Authority: SOCC after school program
02.2022 - 06.2023
Co-Director/Costumer/Marketing Coordinator
Melissa Manseau’s Musical Theater Summer Camp
01.2021 - 01.2023
President, Board of Directors
Garrison Players Arts Center
09.2020 - Current
Vice President
Garrison Players Arts Center
05.2020 - 09.2020
Interim Treasurer
Garrison Players Arts Center
11.2019 - 06.2020
Secretary
Garrison Players Arts Center
06.2019 - 05.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Woodman Park School
08.2017 - 06.2023
Youth Education Instructor and Director
06.2014 - Current
Marketing Director
Garrison Players Arts Center
06.2010 - 12.2015
Membership Director
Garrison Players Arts Center
06.2010 - 12.2015
Costume Manager/Designer
01.2007 - Current
Program Coordinator/Alternate Responsible Officer
Council on International Educational Exchange
04.1999 - 12.2004
Graduate School Coursework, Applied Behavior Analysis: Intro to ABA, Ethics for ABA -
Arcadia University
Graduate School Coursework, Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Intro, Theories/ Techniques -
New England College
Graduate School Coursework, Special Education: Psychology, Intro to Exceptionalities -