Stacy Ackfeld
Lee's Summit
Summary
Dynamic Registered Behavioral Therapist with a proven track record at Liberty Public Schools, adept at crisis management and behavioral interventions. Excelled in multitasking and organizational skills, significantly improving student behavior and educational outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Liberty Public Schools
02.2023 - Current
- Motivated students to reach behavior and education goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by teaching supervisors and BCBA's.
- Documented student information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results, and identified and diagnosed nature of students' problems.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and helped develop behavior intervention plans based on principles of applied behavior analysis.
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Summit Achievement Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Encouraged students to practice and use skills and strategies for confronting problems constructively.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Stillwater Area Public Schools
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with teachers to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Created safe and nurturing environment focused on students to ensure quality learning experiences.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Communicated with parents to report on academic and behavioral performance and deliver suggestions to implement at home to reinforce positive habits developed at school.
In Home Daycare Provider
Self Employed
08.2013 - 12.2017
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Gym Manager
Liberty Gymnastics Academy (formally EDGE Liberty)
06.2004 - 06.2012
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
- Welcomed gym visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Kansas City, MOSkills
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Highly Efficient and Productive
- Confidence and Drive
Timeline
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Liberty Public Schools
02.2023 - Current
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Summit Achievement Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Stillwater Area Public Schools
01.2018 - 06.2022
In Home Daycare Provider
Self Employed
08.2013 - 12.2017
Gym Manager
Liberty Gymnastics Academy (formally EDGE Liberty)
06.2004 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
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