Scott Vagt
Rochester,WA
Summary
Dynamic Certified Behavior Technician with a proven track record at Basics NW, skilled in implementing behavior intervention plans and enhancing client outcomes. Adept at data collection and monitoring progress, while fostering emotional regulation and social skills. Known for building rapport with clients and employing effective crisis management strategies to ensure a safe environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Behavior Technician
Basics NW
Tumwater, WA
04.2022 - 01.2026
- Assisted in implementing behavior intervention plans for clients, enhancing learning and development outcomes.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behaviors and responses to ensure accurate reporting.
- Collaborated with supervisors to adjust strategies based on individual client needs and feedback.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities, promoting social skills and emotional regulation.
- Utilized data collection tools to track client behaviors, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- 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.
Instructional Aide
Pacific Learning Center
Shoreline, WA
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
- Supported individualized education plans (IEPs) by adapting learning materials for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and provide feedback on learning outcomes.
- Mentored new instructional aides, sharing best practices for supporting students effectively.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that contributed to an improved classroom atmosphere.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, aiding teachers in making informed instructional decisions.
Education
GED -
Newport Community College
Newport, ORSkills
- Behavior intervention plans
- Client progress monitoring
- Data collection tools
- Autism spectrum support
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Classroom behavior management
- Student performance documentation
- Learning material adaptation
- Collaboration with educators
- Rapport building with students
- Support for diverse learners
- Implementation of lesson plans
- Record-keeping accuracy
- Active listening
- Data collection
- Prompting and fading strategies
- Behavioral management
- Social skills development
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior treatment plans
- Teaching play and leisure skills
- Picture exchange communication system
- Discrete trial teaching
- Crisis management and prevention
- Token economy systems
- Functional behavior assessments
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior modification techniques
- Errorless learning techniques
- Social skill development
- Self-management strategies
- Natural environment teaching
- Task analysis and chaining
- Intervention management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Empathy and patience
- Verbal and written communication
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Verbal de-escalation
- Conflict resolution
- Progress tracking
- Treatment implementation
- Nonverbal communication
- Behavior assessment
- ABA techniques
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Data collection and analysis
Certification
Certified Behavior Technician certification valid through September 2026
First Aid/CPR Certification valid through August 2026
Timeline
Certified Behavior Technician
Basics NW
04.2022 - 01.2026
Instructional Aide
Pacific Learning Center
09.2015 - 08.2019
GED -
Newport Community College