Shin Ae (Rachel) Son
Bayside,USA
Summary
Behavior Intervention Specialist with 8 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, specializing in support for students with ASD across diverse age groups. Demonstrated success in creating effective behavioral interventions and crisis management strategies. Expertise in enhancing communication with families and promoting essential life skills for students. Committed to fostering positive learning environments that drive student growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Frontier Behavioral Services, LLC
Long Beach, USA
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with school teams and families to develop and implement positive behavioral supports in classroom and home settings.
- Supported students during crises by adhering to Behavior Intervention Plans created by student teams.
- Reinforced student accomplishments and positive behaviors using appropriate ABA strategies to foster behavioral changes.
- Provided direct instruction to students to achieve educational and behavioral objectives.
- Tracked and recorded data on student progress for ongoing assessment and adjustments.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Learning Contingenc Center
Flushing, USA
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Maintained accurate records of individual client progress and development.
- Collected and summarized data on client behaviors using Rethink software.
- Provided direct client care in both 1:1 and group settings through structured teaching methods.
- Assisted clients in developing life and social skills for improved daily interactions.
- Ensured strict confidentiality of client information.
- Utilized natural environment training to enhance skill acquisition.
- Documented observable behaviors to track client improvements effectively.
Korean Language Teacher
St. Paul Chong Ha-Sang Korean School
Flushing, USA
09.2013 - 05.2023
- Taught Korean language skills including writing, reading, and listening, alongside cultural education.
- Developed and implemented a hands-on curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and school administrators.
- Cultivated a supportive educational environment through positive interactions with stakeholders.
Lead Behavior Therapist
The Titus School LLC
New York, USA
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments and developed individual Behavior Intervention Plans for students.
- Utilized assessments such as ABLLS-R and AFLS to inform intervention strategies.
- Participated in IEP meetings to discuss student progress and intervention effectiveness.
- Collaborated with outside providers to ensure consistent implementation of interventions.
- Drafted progress reports and facilitated parent-teacher conferences to communicate student development.
- Collected data and updated programs regularly to reflect student needs.
- Maintained daily and weekly communication with parents regarding student progress.
- Provided one-on-one support or group assistance as necessary.
Learning Coordinator / Lead Behavior Technician
Kids Alternative & Learning Services
Great Neck, USA
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Maintained up-to-date records of individual client's progress and development
- Created, utilized, and reflected upon long-term plans, unit plans, and weekly lesson/ activity plans in instructional practice
- Built relationships with parents by communicating frequently to inform them of clients' academic and personal growth
- Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with clients and families based on trust and respect
- Made home visits to obtain information on each client's progress
- Worked with other members of the teaching team to develop a curriculum that responds to each client's needs
- Assisted in training behavior technicians or developing training materials for them
- Engaged in frequent and open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, and clients' data
- Conducted observation on the performance of behavior technicians
- Designed regular orientation for new employees
Nursery School Teacher's Assistant
Woorittorate Daycare
Flushing, USA
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Taught English, Korean, Math, and basic life skills to diverse student groups.
- Developed developmentally appropriate curriculum that addressed various learning styles.
- Promoted positive behaviors through reinforcement methods and structured classroom rules.
- Collaborated with parents to build support networks and maintain effective communication.
- Encouraged understanding, good manners, and social development among students.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies, including games and crafts, for experiential learning.
Behavior Technician
Innoba
Bayside, USA
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Implemented individualized interventions to support behavior treatment plans.
- Facilitated development of life and social skills for daily activities.
- Delivered direct client care in 1:1 and group settings using intensive teaching methods.
- Collected and summarized data on observable client behavior through Catalyst software.
- Ensured client confidentiality in all interactions and documentation.
- Adhered to behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
Touro College School of Health Sciences
New York, NY05.2021
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education Birth
Touro College School of Education
New York, NY05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Music
Hunter College
New York, NY05.2012
Skills
- Korean language proficiency
- Teaching and curriculum planning
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavioral therapy techniques
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Life skills training
- Communication skills
- Special education expertise
- Piano performance skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Autism support experience
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- CPI Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Frontier Behavioral Services, LLC
05.2023 - Current
Lead Behavior Therapist
The Titus School LLC
07.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Learning Contingenc Center
03.2021 - 12.2024
Learning Coordinator / Lead Behavior Technician
Kids Alternative & Learning Services
04.2019 - 08.2021
Behavior Technician
Innoba
11.2017 - 04.2019
Nursery School Teacher's Assistant
Woorittorate Daycare
09.2015 - 08.2019
Korean Language Teacher
St. Paul Chong Ha-Sang Korean School
09.2013 - 05.2023
Post-Master's Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
Touro College School of Health Sciences
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education Birth
Touro College School of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Music
Hunter College
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