Preston Rodgers
Wagener,SC
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Caring and compassionate RBT experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Launch Therapy Center
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Facilitated social skills development in group settings, fostering improved peer interactions.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
Paraprofessional
Aiken County Public School District
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
Education
Diploma -
Wagener-Salley High School
Wagener, SC06.2017
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safety Understanding
- Skill-Building Support
- Teacher Assistance
- Behavior Improvements
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Supervising Student Activities
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Group Instruction
- Behavior Modification Techniques
Certification
Certified Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Launch Therapy Center
06.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Aiken County Public School District
08.2020 - 06.2023
Diploma -
Wagener-Salley High School
Certified Registered Behavior Technician
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