SARAH MCCRACKIN
Hoover
Summary
Compassionate and team-oriented Human Development and Family Studies graduate from the University of Montevallo with experience supporting children and families in both childcare and senior care settings. Dedicated to promoting the well-being, growth, and development of individuals through empathy, effective communication, and a family-centered approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
12.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance client engagement and skill acquisition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support comprehensive care for clients with autism spectrum disorders.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral data to inform ongoing treatment adjustments.
- Trained and mentored new technicians in applied behavior analysis principles and therapeutic techniques.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Fostered positive learning environment, applying ABA principles to reduce challenging behaviors effectively.
Hoover Senior Center Intern
City of Hoover
01.2025 - 04.2025
- - Contributed to the improvement of senior programs.
- - Conducted research and supported the design of inclusive community programs.
- - Organized and digitized records and spreadsheets, improving accessibility and record-keeping.
- - Applied academic training in human development to real-world public service projects.
Preschool Childcare Provider
Green Valley Church
10.2016 - 07.2024
- - Delivered educational care to children aged five and under, fostering social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- - Instructed young learners in foundational concepts, including literacy, numeracy, and emotional self-regulation.
- - Established trust-based relationships with children and caregivers to promote collaborative care.
- - Maintained daily documentation and communicated regularly with families on developmental milestones.
- - Facilitated outdoor and indoor learning activities in alignment with trauma-informed and inclusive practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Development and Family Studies
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL05-2025
Early Childhood Education Coursework
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL05-2021
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Digital Scheduling Tools
- Applied behavior analysis
- Incidental teaching
- Group instruction
- Relationship building
- Client engagement
- HIPAA requirements
- Rapport building
- Registered behavior technician (RBT)
- Teamwork
- Collaboration with professionals
- Natural environment training
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
12.2025 - Current
Hoover Senior Center Intern
City of Hoover
01.2025 - 04.2025
Preschool Childcare Provider
Green Valley Church
10.2016 - 07.2024
Early Childhood Education Coursework
Jefferson State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Development and Family Studies
University of Montevallo