Nicole Tucker
Registered Behavior Therapist
Ocala,FL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Behavior Therapist with extensive experience at Behavior Analysis Support Services, skilled in functional behavior assessments and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to design effective behavior intervention plans and foster collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing student outcomes and promoting inclusive classroom practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Therapist
Behavior Analysis Support Services
Ocala, USA
10.2021 - Current
- Delivers 1:1 ABA therapy daily to individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
- Compiles detailed behavioral data daily.
- Identifies trends and analyzes progress on skills acquisition and behavior reduction goals.
- Analyze and interpret behavior graphs.
- Designs and updates skills acquisition programs.
- Assists with the development and refinement of behavior support plans.
- Assists with functional assessments to identify the function of behaviors.
- Assists with skills assessments such as VB-MAPP.
- Collaborates daily with BCBAs and colleagues in a clinical setting.
- Provides oversight and mentoring to Registered Behavior Technicians.
- Executes quality caregiver training.
- Manages a safe environment and maintains client dignity and confidentiality.
- Maintains treatment integrity and upholds ethical standards mandated by the BACB.
- Ensures accurate documentation is completed as required for insurance and the clinic.
- Trains staff weekly on behavior programs.
- Conducts new hire training daily.
ESE Behavior Technician
Marion County School District
Ocala, USA
01.2013 - 10.2021
- Performed behavior observations across various school settings.
- Delivered behavior support services daily for students and classes.
- Trained staff to implement behavior intervention plans and the use of antecedent interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on behavior treatment plans on a regular basis.
- Contributed to team meetings monthly.
- Instructed and trained staff in de-escalation and techniques for effective child-safe handling procedures quarterly.
ESE Para-Educator
Marion County Public Schools
Ocala, USA
10.2011 - 01.2013
- Supported classroom staff with essential educational and safety procedures.
- Uphold FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
- Supported students around campus and in other classroom settings.
- Delivered instruction in small groups and whole groups.
Education
Masters of Education - Special Education with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05.2028
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology with a minor in Behavior Analysis
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05.2026
Associate of Arts - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL05.2011
High School Diploma -
Dunnellon High School
Dunnellon, FL06.1998
Skills
- Picture exchange communication
- Natural environment training
- Verbal behavior training
- Functional behavior assessment
- Visual supports implementation
- Behavior intervention plans
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Discrete trial teaching
- Token economy systems
- Group instruction
- Direct instruction
- Incidental teaching
- Prompting techniques
- Activity schedules
- Transition planning
- Collaborative teaching
- Learning disability support
- Positive reinforcement
- Sensory integration techniques
- Assistive technology
- Visual supports
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- IEP implementation
- Assessment tools
- Social-emotional learning
- Data-driven decision making
- Multisensory teaching
- Inclusive classroom practices
- Adaptive learning techniques
Certification
- Applied Behavior Analysis undergraduate certificate
- Registered Behavior Technician Certification
- Exceptional Student Education Paraprofessional Certification
- Assistant Behavior Technician Certification
- CPR Certification
- Safety Care Training Certification
References
Available Upon Request
Accomplishments
- Psi Chi (International Honor Society in Psychology)
- Phi Theta Kappa (International Honor Society for Two-Year Colleges)
Timeline
Registered Behavior Therapist
Behavior Analysis Support Services
10.2021 - Current
ESE Behavior Technician
Marion County School District
01.2013 - 10.2021
ESE Para-Educator
Marion County Public Schools
10.2011 - 01.2013
Masters of Education - Special Education with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis
University of West Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology with a minor in Behavior Analysis
University of West Florida
Associate of Arts - Nursing
College of Central Florida
High School Diploma -
Dunnellon High School