Sarla Kale
Chantilly
Summary
Strategic Director/owner, Observe Students and Trains Employees, builds strong relationships and influences Instructors to drive results. Delegates and manages Learning and Progress of Individual Students and Organizes Marketing activities in time-sensitive environments. Excellent written and oral communication skills to deliver engaging Progress and Success and Build a Strong Brand Image in the Community of Education, Public and Private Schools In Fairfax county.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Dream Bigger ABA
05.2024 - Current
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients, enhancing behavioral outcomes and skill acquisition.
- Conducted data collection and analysis to track behavioral changes and inform treatment modifications.
- Provided training and support to new staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on client success.
- Developed engaging activities that promoted social skills and communication among clients with diverse needs.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in behavior analysis during all interactions.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Supported clients'' academic success through implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies aligned with their individual learning needs.
Mathnasium Franchise Owner/Director
Mathnasium Of Annandale
01.2018 - Current
- Negotiations and Signing of Mathnasium Franchise, Going through Franchisee training, Experienced in Lease negotiation, Hiring Accountants and Lawyers for Business set Up, Going through Licensing and Negotiations for Retail Space Build Out for the center, Setting Up the center, as per Mathnasium requirement, Marketing and Creating Brand Image in the Community, Enrolling Students through Strong Sales Pitch and Hiring Right Instructors for Students Success.
Behavior Technician
Family Beginning ABA
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance client behavioral outcomes.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to monitor progress and adjust interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize therapeutic strategies for clients.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Aba
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance client development.
- Utilized data collection tools to track behavioral changes and treatment effectiveness..
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Adapted therapy materials as needed to meet the unique needs of each individual client, ensuring optimal engagement during sessions.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Used [Software] to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Aba
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development.
- Documented client progress and adjusted interventions based on observed outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in behavioral support methodologies.
- Implemented social skills training programs to enhance interpersonal communication abilities among students.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, fostering strong relationships between home and school environments.
- Monitored progress and adjusted interventions to ensure continued improvement in student behavior.
- Improved student behavior by implementing evidence-based interventions and strategies.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enhancing their learning experience.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Primary Lead teacher
First Baptist church of Clarendon, Child Development Center
09.2014 - 06.2020
- Set up the Classroom with organic 'Montessori work' on the Shelves in all the areas like Practical life, sensorial, Language and Math
- Researched and made age appropriate Lesson for children in Class like 'Math Tower', 'Flag making', 'Paper- cutting'
- Trained new Assistant's with 'Montessori method', 'Language used in Montessori Class', 'Conflict resolution in a Montessori method', the spiritual aspect of Montessori Learning' and Child-teacher relationship in a Montessori Class
- Introduced simple Science experiment, cooking activity on a consistent and regular basis for children's development, learning and fun
- Observed children and took notes of the choices they made for 'work-time' and their progression on daily basis
- Created the observation sheet by 'self'
- Took a keen interest in Children's Nutritional needs and Diet and encouraged them to make healthy choices by providing age appropriate information
- Discussed Dietary needs, sleep patterns and Behavioral challenges with parents during parent teacher Conferences and provided tools and resources to help as and if needed
- Selected, stored, ordered, issued, and inventoried classroom
- Introduced and Implemented a more consistent and realistic 'Morning circle time'
- Maintained accurate and complete student records, reports on children and activities, in accordance with school policies
- Met with parents, guardians and school administrators to discuss and resolve some students' behavioral and academic problems which were challenging
- Prepared teaching materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning and motor-skill activities, and safety
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips, visits by guests, and other experiential activities, and guided students in learning from those activities.
Primary Lead Teacher
Northeast stars Montessori School
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Lead a class of 16 children
Primary Assistant Teacher
Auguste Montessori School
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Assisted the lead teacher to give lessons and redirect each child with appropriate choices with their developmental plane
- Maintained a healthy and clean learning environment, and practiced effective classroom management techniques, handling lunch and play time
- Created interactive sessions by leading art workshop for kids and festive appropriate cooking and fun classroom activities
- Maintained periodical talks about child's developmental issues if any or nutritional needs and address it in child's best interest
- Attended Montessori workshops to enhance my understanding of kids.
Support Staff
Full Circle Montessori School
04.2010 - 07.2010
- Provided assistance in the classroom for teachers and assistants
- Provided administrative support to the teachers.
Banker
Citizens Bank
11.2003 - 05.2004
- Provided quality customer service and sales by telephone, e-mail, and/or the company's secured website to bank customers in an efficient and highly professional manner
- Responded to inquiries and requests regarding account maintenance, balance transfers, stop payments, statement requests, etc
- Ensured that own work, as well as work of any employees supervised, was in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines.
Breakfast Supervisor
Azure Restaurant at Lenox Hotel
04.2003 - 08.2003
- Managed a team of 9 employees per shift
- Maintained and improved high quality of food and excellent service under time constrains
- Motivated the employees by applying techniques learnt in business school
- Regulated inventory for the entire restaurant supplies
- Achieved high level of customer satisfaction.
Supervisor
Garden Street Restaurant at Commander Sheraton Hotel
10.2002 - 02.2003
- Managed a team of 6 employees per shift
- Trained service staff to enhance customer service and increase profits through suggestive selling
- Maintained food quality
- Motivated the employees by applying techniques learnt in business school
- Implemented the Sheraton service promise
- Improving the service standards
- Investigated and resolved food and beverage quality and service complaints, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Manager
Kumaria Presidency, Presidency group of hotels at the International Airport
07.1997 - 07.1999
- Recruited, hired, supervised, scheduled and motivated a staff of 10 employees per shift
- Accountable for cost-control and general accounting
- Assisted in planning and redesigning that enhanced the décor and ambiance of the restaurant
- Training Service staff for better service and better guest relations
- Implemented better service standards and food quality
- Building of public relations with various airline for Business
- Implemented changes in menus and purchased Inventory for retail outlet
- Achieved sales target of $1000 per shift through team effort.
Shift Supervisor
Satyajit Traders, International Airport
05.1994 - 07.1996
- Responsible for maintaining and checking the inventory assigned
- Worked as cashier while handling foreign currencies
- Greeting customers and increasing sales
- Training new sales associates
- Publishing a sales report.
Education
Preschool/Kindergarten Diploma Program - undefined
North American Montessori Center
British Columbia, Canada06.2009
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India10.1998
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Sales Expertise
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Performance Monitoring
- Autism spectrum disorder
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Family Beginning ABA
05.2025 - 11.2025
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Aba
08.2024 - 03.2025
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Aba
08.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Dream Bigger ABA
05.2024 - Current
Mathnasium Franchise Owner/Director
Mathnasium Of Annandale
01.2018 - Current
Primary Lead teacher
First Baptist church of Clarendon, Child Development Center
09.2014 - 06.2020
Primary Lead Teacher
Northeast stars Montessori School
03.2014 - 08.2014
Primary Assistant Teacher
Auguste Montessori School
09.2010 - 12.2012
Support Staff
Full Circle Montessori School
04.2010 - 07.2010
Banker
Citizens Bank
11.2003 - 05.2004
Breakfast Supervisor
Azure Restaurant at Lenox Hotel
04.2003 - 08.2003
Supervisor
Garden Street Restaurant at Commander Sheraton Hotel
10.2002 - 02.2003
Manager
Kumaria Presidency, Presidency group of hotels at the International Airport
07.1997 - 07.1999
Shift Supervisor
Satyajit Traders, International Airport
05.1994 - 07.1996
Preschool/Kindergarten Diploma Program - undefined
North American Montessori Center
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
University of Mumbai