Samantha Starnes
Roslyn,NY
Summary
Dedicated supervisor successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish socially significant learning goals for all students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA Supervisor
City Pro Group Early Intervention Services
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Supervise up to 15 early intervention cases with 1-3 ABA providers per case for children between 18 months and 3.5 years of age diagnosed with PDD and autism
- Conduct behavior analytic assessments in order to create learning goals, assess problem behavior and monitor progress
- Develop individualized DTT, conditioning, mand training and natural environment teaching programs
- Train ABA providers to implement individualized programming and conduct agency wide ABA workshops
- Attend IFSP meetings to obtain direct service hours for the agency and advocate for children with special needs
Teacher
Fred S. Keller School
01.2009 - 08.2009
- Development of Individualized Education Plans and Behavior Intervention Plans in a self contained CABAS classroom
- Supervision and training of student teachers
Applied Behavior Specialist
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
09.2008 - 01.2009
- Application of the principles of behavior analysis to teach educationally and socially significant behaviors to 19 third grade students in a CABAS inclusive education classroom
- Collect and analyze data
- Design and implement behavior programs
Teacher
The New England Center For Children
09.2005 - 08.2006
- Implement student behavior programs and educational programs for 6 severely aggressive and self injurious teenage boys diagnosed with autism and Fragile X syndrome.
- Create safe and motivational environments
Research Assistant
Dr. Brian Iwata
11.2004 - 07.2005
- Conduct functional analyses, preference assessments, PECS training and skill acquisition sessions at 3 research laboratories
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Teachers College of Columbia University
New York, NY02.2009
Psychology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08.2005
Skills
- Compassionate, detail oriented and dedicated
- Proficient in conducting assessments, training staff and caregivers
- Vast experience in reducing problem behavior and developing verbal behavior
- Experience in a variety of settings including school, home and community
Professional Objective
I am a NYS Licensed Behavior Analyst seeking work and supervision opportunities to complete fieldwork requirements on my path to obtain my BCBA certificate.
Timeline
ABA Supervisor
City Pro Group Early Intervention Services
01.2009 - 01.2014
Teacher
Fred S. Keller School
01.2009 - 08.2009
Applied Behavior Specialist
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
09.2008 - 01.2009
Teacher
The New England Center For Children
09.2005 - 08.2006
Research Assistant
Dr. Brian Iwata
11.2004 - 07.2005
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Teachers College of Columbia University
Psychology
University of Florida
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