Tasha McAllister
Ft. Washington,MD
Summary
Seasoned behavior interventionist highly effective at developing intervention plans that assist students in developing social and academic skills. Outgoing and flexible with several-year background in education. Skilled Behavior Interventionist recognized for ability to develop and implement effective behavior intervention plans, both in individual and group settings. Strengths include strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, crisis management skills, and adaptability to various learning environments. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on children with special needs by improving social skills and reducing problematic behaviors.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Assistant
Foundation Schools
Largo, MD
12.2008 - Current
- Developed and implemented behavior plans to promote positive behaviors in students.
- Provided guidance and support to students with challenging behaviors in classroom settings.
- Assisted teachers in implementing evidence-based interventions for students who display challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and community stakeholders to create a safe learning environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student's goals, objectives, and intervention strategies used.
- Facilitated group activities designed to encourage social skills development among students with special needs.
- Observed student behavior in order to assess their strengths and weaknesses in order to develop appropriate strategies for addressing any issues that arise.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
- Provided feedback about interventions being used by teachers during classrooms visits or observations.
- Advocated for students' rights while also respecting school policies regarding discipline procedures.
- Directed emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Growth And Development
Sojourner-Douglas College
New Carrollton MD12-2008
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Safe practices
- Organizational ability
- Documentation And Reporting
- Report Writing
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Individualized Education Plans
- Teacher Support
- Student evaluations
- Documentation
- Data collection and analysis
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Program Assistant
Foundation Schools
12.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Growth And Development
Sojourner-Douglas College
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