Nidia Suazo-Grant
Newark,NJ
Summary
Service-focused ABA Therapist devoted to help clients improve behaviors and better meet treatment goals. Skilled in implementing protocols to help individuals acquire skills and adopt reduction strategies for problematic behaviors. Focused on giving comprehensive support involving parents and caregivers. Highly trained Therapist experienced in working with clients diagnosed with autism. Reliable in using safe, evidence-based practices. Collaborative with full treatment team and parents. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Therapist
Compass ABA Therapy
01.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans tailored to each client''s needs.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients'' families, resulting in increased trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
- Enhanced clients'' communication skills through targeted, evidence-based interventions and strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients'' strengths, needs, and progress for data-driven treatment planning.
Teacher
Association For Metro Area Autistic Children Inc
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development and growth
- Reviewed teacher performance and suggested improvements
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes
- Worked with AMAC students to support educational success, learning and achievement
- Developed solutions to improve performance
- Promoted physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
ABA Behavior Therapist
Proud Moments ABA
04.2017 - 09.2018
- Using behavioral technology, baseline data was collected, and authorized programs were implemented in acceptable, impartial, and consistent manner
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs
- Evaluated dynamics of different personnel groups through range of planned activities and programs
- Identified concerns, research methodologies and optimal experimental designs to collect desired information
- Counseled individuals and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse or family situations to modify behavior to improve personal adjustment.
ABA Paraprofessional
Prefer Health Service
06.2013 - 08.2017
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally and consistently
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior
- Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes without direct supervision
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Education
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Certificate) - Behavior Analyst
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2024
MBA - Elementary Teacher Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2020
BBA - Business Administration and Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11.2018
Associate of Arts - Theater Arts
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Oakland Gardens, NY06.2009
High School Diploma -
Dewitt Clinton High School
Bronx, NY06.2006
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Modification
- Social Skills Development
- Group Instruction
- Individualized education programs
- HIPAA Compliance
- Geriatric Care
- Documentation accuracy
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Community-Based Instruction
Certification
- Certified Teacher Assistant, NYSTC - 8/2017
- TESOL Certified
Accomplishments
- Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
- Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed, and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ABA Therapist
Compass ABA Therapy
01.2024 - Current
Teacher
Association For Metro Area Autistic Children Inc
09.2017 - 06.2019
ABA Behavior Therapist
Proud Moments ABA
04.2017 - 09.2018
ABA Paraprofessional
Prefer Health Service
06.2013 - 08.2017
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Certificate) - Behavior Analyst
Ball State University
MBA - Elementary Teacher Education
University of Phoenix
BBA - Business Administration and Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Theater Arts
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Dewitt Clinton High School
- Certified Teacher Assistant, NYSTC - 8/2017
- TESOL Certified
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