Sierra Donegan
Brentwood,California
Summary
Knowledgeable, compassionate, and personable Registered Behavior Technician with 5+ years experience in the field of Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. Manages behaviors in an individualized way and focuses on helping students develop skills. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Offers current RBT, CPR/First-Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certifications paired with in-depth knowledge of children's emotional and social development. Dedicated RBT with experience using strategies to improve behaviors. Expert at implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques. Talented relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Brentwood Union School District
Brentwood, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Participated in in-service training to advance skills.
- Collected and analyzed data, monitored progress, and assessed the efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, trauma-informed strategies, and treatments with associated behaviors.
- Tracked data and monitored the progress of students' goals and objectives.
- Balanced ABA principles with trauma-informed strategies to de-escalate students.
- Modeled, coached, and trained paraprofessionals and classroom staff on behavior de-escalation strategies.
- Trained support staff on the implementation of students' Behavior Intervention Plans.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Brentwood Union School District
Brentwood, CA
12.2019 - 09.2023
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Facilitated small group teaching sessions alongside the instructor.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Facilitated learning of effective strategies for managing conflicts and academic improvement.
- Monitored the behavior of students to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
Retail Associate
Mainland Skate And Surf
Brentwood, CA
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained friendly, outgoing and customer-focused demeanor while on sales floor.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Organized store by returning all merchandise to its proper place and restocked displays.
- Assisted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Nanny
Korbmacher Family
Oakley, CA
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children between ages of 0 and 3 years old to stimulate development.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Helped with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN03-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA12.2021
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Rapport building
- Trauma-informed care
- Data collection and analysis
- Maintaining safe environments
- Clear Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Analytical thinking
- Behavior observation
- Behavioral Consultation
- Problem-solving skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Behavioral Reinforcement Techniques
- Crisis Management
- Behavioral Progress Monitoring
- Time Management
- Session documentation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Brentwood Union School District
09.2023 - Current
Retail Associate
Mainland Skate And Surf
06.2020 - 03.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Brentwood Union School District
12.2019 - 09.2023
Nanny
Korbmacher Family
05.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Medanos College
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