TEAGAN BLACKSTON
Prairie Grove,AR
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based services to individuals, and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children and adults. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Committed to advocating for health and well-being of others.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
LEAD TECHNICIAN
KIDS UNLIMITED LEARNING ACADEMY
- Involved in performing all duties related to childcare
- Worked collaboratively with other staff
- Conducted activities such as games and crafts to make children active and healthy
- Supervising activities of young children at all times, both inside and outside
- Working in partnership with parents
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
CUSTOMER CARE REPRESENTATIVE
GRAND SAVINGS BANK
- Processing customer deposits, withdrawals and payments in professional manner
- Responded to customer needs through competent customer service and prompt problem-solving.
- Tactfully recommending bank products that meet customer's precise needs
- Addressing customers by their name, along with smile and direct eye contact
- Ensured legality of all documents and transactions
- Reviewed and memorized safety protocols of bank in case of emergency.
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN/FELLOW STUDENT
AUTISM IN MOTION/HOPEBRIDGE
- Work 1:1 with children and young adults with autism under direct supervision of Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) by applying evidence-based behavior analytical techniques that increase communication, self-help and social and play skills
- Follow treatment plans prescribed by BCBAs while communicating new, relevant information back to BCBAs in timely manner to help refine plans
- Keep clients motivated by tailoring activities/techniques to their preferences
- Respond intentionally to challenging behavior by helping clients de-escalate and prompting appropriate skills
- Maintain accurate records of client performance/progress via data collection and clinical notes, while adhering to privacy and other requirements
- Partner with senior technicians and BCBAs to build relationships with families by providing effective, relatable information Prepare/create materials for upcoming sessions
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN/FELLOW STUDENT
PEDIATRICS PLUS
- Work 1:1 with children and young adults with autism under direct supervision of Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) by applying evidence-based behavior analytical techniques that increase communication, self-help and social and play skills
- Follow treatment plans prescribed by BCBAs while communicating new, relevant information back to BCBAs in timely manner to help refine plans
- Keep clients motivated by tailoring activities/techniques to their preferences
- Respond intentionally to challenging behavior by helping clients de-escalate and prompting appropriate skills
- Maintain accurate records of client performance/progress via data collection and clinical notes, while adhering to privacy and other requirements
- Partner with senior technicians and BCBAs to build relationships with families by providing effective, relatable information Prepare/create materials for upcoming sessions
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
PROGRAM SERVICES SPECIALIST
INTEGRATIVE LEARNING CONSULTANTS
- Provide ongoing coaching, supervision, and development of all team members.
- Develop and continuously monitor ongoing staff development and new hire training to direct services providers to ensure direct service staff continue to develop their clinical decision-making, supporting engagement and motivation in the work of all team members and caregivers.
- Assist in conducting care coordination and caregiver collaboration by conducting interdisciplinary team meetings, addressing the learning needs of parents and caregivers, synthesizing record reviews, ensuring data-based decision- making, and conducting analytic reviews across service providers.
- Assisting verifying educational and medical documentation protocols are complied with by all team members, in accordance with established organizational procedures, payor guidelines, and requirements for educational services.
- Develop clear and concise protocols and session guidelines for client programs and ensure staff have the knowledge, skills, and supports to make necessary decisions during client services to facilitate maximum learning opportunities.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR
SUNSHINE SCHOOL AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER
2024.03 - Current
- Develop functional and measurable ITP’s that reflect each student’s current level of performance, chronological age, and needs.
- Supervise Lead Teachers, Teacher Assistants, and Classroom Support Staff as they implement instructional programs and plans.
- Monitor student’s referral, evaluation, and placement procedures and records.
- Maintains student files and documents in compliance with agency and licensing requirements and procedures.
- Model instructional activities with modifications in small and large group activities.
- Offer feedback and support in a helpful and supportive manner.
- Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A - SPECIAL EDUCATION WITH CONCENTRATION ON ABA
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tempe, AZ05.2023
BACHELORS -
Harding University
Searcy, AR05.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Har-Ber High School
Springdale, AR05.2017
Skills
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Foundational Knowledge
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Computer Proficiency
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Group Instruction
- Conflict Mediation
- Performance Management
Timeline
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR
SUNSHINE SCHOOL AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER
2024.03 - Current
LEAD TECHNICIAN
KIDS UNLIMITED LEARNING ACADEMY
CUSTOMER CARE REPRESENTATIVE
GRAND SAVINGS BANK
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN/FELLOW STUDENT
AUTISM IN MOTION/HOPEBRIDGE
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN/FELLOW STUDENT
PEDIATRICS PLUS
PROGRAM SERVICES SPECIALIST
INTEGRATIVE LEARNING CONSULTANTS
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A - SPECIAL EDUCATION WITH CONCENTRATION ON ABA
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
BACHELORS -
Harding University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Har-Ber High School
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