Prashanthi Chidurala
Learn Academy
Los Altos,CA
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Dedicated, patient, and highly adaptable Instructional Aide & Educator with 5 years of specialized experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in non-public school settings. Highly skilled in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), IEP tracking, and socio-emotional learning. Known for building authentic trust, deep rapport, and active engagement with students of all age groups, abilities, and backgrounds. Possess proficiency in technology and structured problem-solving in the classroom.
Work History
CTC Provisional Intern / Lead Teacher
1 Year 10 Months- Worked as Lead Teacher in the classroom as a CTC Provisional Intern.
- Lead daily classroom operations and instructional activities for students with moderate-to-severe Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and diverse sensory processing needs.
- Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), adapting academic content to match varied learning styles and developmental levels.
- Systematically collect, track, and analyze real-time behavioral and academic data daily to measure IEP goal progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Utilize positive reinforcement, visual schedules, and sensory regulation strategies to foster a predictable, structured, and safe learning environment.
- Collaborate daily with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists to ensure a cohesive, multidisciplinary approach to student growth.
Behavior Technician
2 Years 11 Months- Provided direct 1-on-1 behavioral support using ABA principles to promote functional communication, social skills, and academic engagement.
- Executed behavior reduction strategies for challenging behaviors while consistently maintaining student safety, emotional well-being, and dignity.
- Maintained detailed, error-free logs on target behaviors and skill acquisition metrics.
Software Developer
14 Years 8 Months- Engineered software solutions, managed project lifecycles, and executed complex technical data analysis in high-velocity environments.
- Educational Application: Applied structured logic, patience, and data-driven methods to educational settings, streamlining behavioral data tracking and the adoption of modern classroom EdTech.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Computer Science
Skills
Autism spectrum disorder support
ABA techniques
Differentiated instruction
Assistive technology integration
Multi-age instruction
Classroom management
IEP & BIP data collection
De-escalation & crisis intervention
Sensory regulation
Socio-emotional learning
Youth mentorship
Parent communication
IEP meeting preparation
Certification
- CTC Provisional Intern Permit | Learn Academy – November 2024 to August 2026
- Safety-Care Training | 2026
Timeline
CTC Provisional Intern / Lead Teacher
Learn Academy
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Behavior Technician
Learn Academy
10.2021 - 09.2024Read More
Software Developer
08.2003 - 04.2018Read More
Wright State University
Master of Science (M.S.) from Computer Science
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