Shelby Utley
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Adaptable special education and behavior support professional with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education Intervention. Known for clear communication, relationship building, and consistent data collection, with experience supporting communication, daily living, and social skills. Ready to contribute to individualized instruction and positive student outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Proud Moments ABA
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2026 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans under BCBA supervision to enhance client outcomes.
- Reinforced positive behaviors during structured teaching activities.
- Supported clients during sessions with communication, social, and daily living skills.
- Provided verbal prompts during sessions and physical guidance to facilitate client engagement during sessions.
- Recorded session data for behavior targets and skill goals.
- Documented observations and communicated insights to supervising clinicians for informed decision-making.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
Special Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
Smyrna, TN
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Developed IEP goals and accommodations for Rutherford County Schools students.
- Delivered differentiated instruction in inclusive and self-contained classrooms.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted lessons for individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with general education teachers on classroom support and modifications.
- Communicated with parents about student behavior, goals, and classroom routines.
- Maintained special education records and compliance documentation for district requirements.
- Planned lessons using student data and curriculum standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Intervention
Middle Tennessee State University
TN05-2025
Skills
- Behavior intervention
- Data collection
- Clear communication
- Prompting strategies
- Discrete trial training
- Social skills development
- Session preparation
- Relationship building
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Proud Moments ABA
08.2026 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
07.2025 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Intervention
Middle Tennessee State University