Michelle Parrish
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Registered Behavior Technician with one year of experience implementing behavioral intervention strategies and five years experience as a Special Education Aide. Knowledge of behavioral plans, modification strategies, and collaborating with team to make instruction and behavior adjustments to meet the needs of students. Recent substitute teaching experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Fruitvale School District
08.2023 - Current
- Observed and documented behaviors through data collection, based on the individual Behavioral Intervention Plans, on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Assisted in implementing reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts point systems.
- Facilitated group sessions to teach Bridges math, Wonders, and various reading intervention through the Walk To Learn Program.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and students.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while maintaining a calm demeanor that minimized distractions from the educational process.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing appropriate behaviors.
Special Education Aide
Fruitvale School District
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Led small group instruction sessions tailored specifically to address diverse learning needs within the classroom population.
- Maintained a positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while maintaining a calm demeanor that minimized distractions from the educational process.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing appropriate behaviors.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
One on One Special Education Aide
Fruitvale School District
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided one-on-one support to students with physical, emotional, or behavioral challenges during classroom activities.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with student.
- Liaised one-on-one with student to provide additional support tailored to specific learning and/or physical needs.
- implemented behavior redirection methods to address problematic issues.
Special Education Aide
Fruitvale School District
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations and extra assistance.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Alerted the teacher to student behavior(s) or issues requiring intervention.
- Assisted students with bathroom skills and learning to use the proper bathroom equipment.
Yard Duty Aide
Fruitvale School District
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Provided support during outdoor recess periods when required, helping to maintain a safe and structured environment for student activities.
- Enhanced student safety by efficiently monitoring the schoolyard during recess and lunch breaks.
- Circled around lunch tables to assist students with opening milk or food containers.
- Maintained a secure environment for students by promptly addressing behavioral issues and resolving conflicts.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
Day Care Provider
Self-employeed
05.2012 - 06.2017
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Supported families during transitions such as toilet training or starting school by providing guidance on strategies for success at home.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Delivered engaging storytime sessions that encouraged early literacy skills while sparking interest in reading among young learners.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Organized and maintained a clean, inviting play space that encouraged exploration while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Medical Receptionist
San Joaquin Community Hospital
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and hospital policies.
- Organized paperwork such as patient charts and reports for doctors and nurses needs.
- Entering labs, test, and other doctors orders into the computer systems.
- Watching multiple patient monitors displaying heart rate, BP, heart rhythm, and oxygen levels and notifying the nursing staff if any immediate and/or dangerous changes occurred.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
National University
La Jolla, CA04.2024
No Degree - Liberal Studies
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CANo Degree - Nursing
Taft College
Taft, CASkills
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Group Instruction
- Data Collection
- Behavioral Support / Management
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Fruitvale School District
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Aide
Fruitvale School District
08.2021 - 07.2023
One on One Special Education Aide
Fruitvale School District
04.2021 - 05.2021
Special Education Aide
Fruitvale School District
08.2018 - 11.2020
Yard Duty Aide
Fruitvale School District
01.2018 - 05.2018
Day Care Provider
Self-employeed
05.2012 - 06.2017
Medical Receptionist
San Joaquin Community Hospital
08.2008 - 05.2012
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
National University
No Degree - Liberal Studies
Point Loma Nazarene University
No Degree - Nursing
Taft College
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