Terra Johnson
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Seeking a challenging and rewarding position in the Applied Behavior Analysis arena that would offer me practical experience and supervision as a BCBA, while allowing me to share my talents and be an asset to those I serve.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
InBloom Autism Services
Sunrise, FL
11.2024 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Acquiring Skills Inc
Weston, FL
03.2024 - 12.2024
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Elevation Autism Center
Peachtree Corners, GA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- The development, maintenance, and supervision of applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment programming for children with autism spectrum disorder
- Conduct intake assessments and reassessments
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Develop and update behavior intervention plans and treatment plans
- Deliver ABA interventions including direct therapy with children, caregiver training, consultations, and trainings
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers in developing strategies for implementing ABA techniques at home or in the community setting.
Registered Behavior Technician
Elevation Autism Center
Alpharetta, GA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Maintained thorough clinical treatment notes.
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
- Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history.
Registered Behavior Technician
Academy ABA
Cumming, GA
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for clients.
- Maintain thorough clinical treatment notes.
- Maintain confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis to alleviate possible data breaches.
- Accompanied patients on public outings to help each apply skills learned in therapy.
- Used therapy techniques in line with Applied Behavior Analysis requirements.
- Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Alpharetta Elementary School
Alpharetta, GA
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Duties include assisting Special Education teacher with daily classroom activities, while providing behavioral interventions and utilizing positive crisis management skills.
- Aid in the development and implementation of engaging classroom activities.
- Work with students during whole group, small group, and individual instruction.
- Observe students as they work on in-class assignments and offer assistance when necessary.
- Aid in classroom management through use of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) with children with ASD.
Certified Teacher Assistant
Lake Forest Elementary School
West Park, Fl.
02.2014 - 07.2017
- Duties include assisting ESE teacher with daily classroom activities, while providing behavioral interventions and utilizing positive crisis management skills.
- Aid in the development and implementation of engaging classroom activities.
- Assist teachers in creative lesson planning.
- Use access points and standards to prepare homework and in-class lessons.
- Work with students during whole group, small group, and individual instruction.
- Observe students as they work on in-class assignments and offer assistance when necessary.
- Aid in classroom management through use of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) with children with ASD.
- Grading students' homework and classwork.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis
Nova Southeastern University
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Advertising
Florida International University
05.2008
Associate's Degree - Mass Communications
Broward Community College
Skills
- Current BCBA certification through the BACB
- Experience working with children with special needs
- Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced computer literacy skills
- Dedicated team player
- Program and Classroom Management
- IEP familiarity
- Data collection via Catalyst, Central Reach, and Rethink
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
InBloom Autism Services
11.2024 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Acquiring Skills Inc
03.2024 - 12.2024
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Elevation Autism Center
08.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Elevation Autism Center
01.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Academy ABA
07.2019 - 12.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Alpharetta Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2019
Certified Teacher Assistant
Lake Forest Elementary School
02.2014 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Advertising
Florida International University
Associate's Degree - Mass Communications
Broward Community College
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