Regan Hadzima
Saint Charles,IL
Summary
Compassionate Direct Care Worker dedicated to enhancing children's emotional and educational well-being through individualized behavior plans and progress tracking. Strong ability to foster relationships and monitor behavior, ensuring safety and comfort while providing empathetic support. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care and outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Interact ABA
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
05.2026 - Current
- Developed individualized behavior plans for clients with autism spectrum disorder.
- Utilized ABA strategies to help clients achieve daily living skills independence.
- Monitored client progress and recorded behavioral data to inform treatment adjustments.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of students' goals and objectives.
- Led group therapy sessions to build client social skills.
- Facilitated training for new staff on behavior intervention techniques and protocols to enhance team effectiveness.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in ABA therapy.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for clients during therapy sessions, promoting trust and engagement.
Pediatric Compaion
Sioux Falls Childern Hospital
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
01.2026 - Current
- Engaged children in play and educational activities, enhancing emotional and social well-being.
- Delivered companionship to pediatric patients, reducing feelings of isolation during hospital stays.
- Established strong, trusting rapport with patients, enhancing communication and improving overall care quality.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Monitored patient behavior and promptly communicated concerns to healthcare professionals, ensuring timely interventions.
- Supported families by offering emotional comfort during hospital visits.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
Teacher Aid
Bell-Graham Elementary School
Saint Charles, Illinois
01.2023 - Current
- Supported students with individual learning needs during lessons.
- Guided special needs students in navigating school challenges, fostering independence and confidence.
- Monitored student behavior, fostering a positive classroom environment that supported learning.
- Organized classroom activities and facilitated group work among students.
- Implemented instructional strategies under teacher guidance for effective learning.
- Prepared classroom materials and resources to support teacher instruction.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance educational programs, improving student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Youth Soccer Coach
Campton United Soccer Club
Saint Charles, Illinois
01.2022 - Current
- Designed engaging soccer drills to develop youth players' skills and teamwork.
- Instructed players on proper techniques for dribbling, passing, shooting and defending.
- Organized practice sessions to maximize training time and resource efficiency.
- Communicated game strategies to enhance players' understanding and execution during matches.
- Provided constructive feedback to improve individual player performance and build confidence.
- Inspired teams to perform at their best through positive reinforcement and encouragement. to achieve potential through emphasis on sportsmanship, respect, and fair play.
- Organized and led team scrimmages during practices to help players apply their skills in game-like situations.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Implemented safety protocols during practices to ensure player well-being and health.
- Collaborated with parents to address concerns and foster a supportive team environment.
Nannying
Neighborhood Clients
Saint Charles, Illinois
05.2020 - Current
- Cultivated trusting relationships with parents and children through regular, consistent interactions during babysitting engagements.
- Executed daily tasks with precision in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, ensuring smooth operations.
- Developed innovative concepts to enhance team collaboration. and solutions that improved collaboration and outcomes within the team.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Charles East High School
Saint Charles, IL5 2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work With Certificate in Child Welfare
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2027
Skills
- Behavioral intervention
- Behavior plans
- Functional behavior assessment
- Team collaboration
- Behavior monitoring
- Goal-setting guidance
- Social skills development
- Child supervision
- Classroom management
- Activity organization
- Activity organization
- Therapeutic strategies
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Empathy development
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Interact ABA
05.2026 - Current
Pediatric Compaion
Sioux Falls Childern Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Teacher Aid
Bell-Graham Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
Youth Soccer Coach
Campton United Soccer Club
01.2022 - Current
Nannying
Neighborhood Clients
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
St Charles East High School
Bachelor of Science - Social Work With Certificate in Child Welfare
University of South Dakota