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Sara Pettit

Brookfield,CT

Summary

Experienced BCBA-Special Education Preschool Teacher with a decade of fostering child development in a safe, inclusive environment. Skilled in behavior plan development and implementation, diverse learner support, and ASD intervention. Proficient in speech/language development, assessments, and behavioral interventions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

C.O.R.E. ABA
06.2021 - Current
  • Conducted assessment to identify behavioral challenges and created tailored strategies for behavioral modification
  • Utilized data collection to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments to behavior plans
  • Collaborated with parents, and support staff to assess student’s individual needs and develop behavior intervention plans
  • Training parents and support staff on effective behavior management techniques.

Special Education Preschool Teacher

Parkside Preschool
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.

Certified Teachers Assistant

CTA
06.2016 - 08.2019
  • Prepare & organize structured 1:1 based activities that are both fun and conducive to learning based on the VB-MAPP and to achieve goals outlined in their IEP
  • Foster an enriching learning atmosphere through play-based models, repetition and learning by the environment
  • Ensure all classroom and play areas are designed to cultivate a successful learning setting & keeping all areas clean and safe
  • Communicate with parent(s) when necessary, on a daily basis

Lead Teacher Toddler Classroom

Creative Kids Childcare Center Brewster
01.2014 - 06.2016
  • Prepare all lesson planning & organize structure-based activities that are both fun and conducive to learning and encouraging healthy social interactions
  • Foster an enriching learning atmosphere through play-based models, repetition and learning by the environment
  • Supervise Teacher Assistants & plan alongside one another.

Education

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education and Early childhood

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT
12.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology & Audiology

Iona College
New Rochelle, NY
05.2014

Skills

  • Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Proficient in Central Reach
  • Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Connecticut
  • Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of New York

Timeline

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

C.O.R.E. ABA
06.2021 - Current

Special Education Preschool Teacher

Parkside Preschool
08.2019 - 06.2021

Certified Teachers Assistant

CTA
06.2016 - 08.2019

Lead Teacher Toddler Classroom

Creative Kids Childcare Center Brewster
01.2014 - 06.2016

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education and Early childhood

Grand Canyon University

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Western Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology & Audiology

Iona College

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