Tiahna Ortiz
Summary
Skilled Behavior Interventionist recognized for ability to implement effective behavior intervention plans, both in individual and group settings. Experience working with students age 5-18 with different support needs, including, but not limited to, autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbances, and other developmental disabilities. Strengths include understanding of trauma informed practices, crisis management skills, and adaptability to various learning environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intensive Behavior Interventionist - Behavior Coaching Team
Chico Unified School District
Chico, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive positive behavioral support plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists and educators, to ensure cohesive support strategies.
- Tracked data on individual student performance to measure progress towards established goals.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques and educated teachers on best practices for working with students exhibiting challenging behaviors.
Teaching Assistant
Oak Hill School
San Anselmo, CA
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted with the implementation of Individual Education Plans.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teacher in maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment
- Assisted in compiling data for monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA05-2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA06-2018
Skills
- Management experience
- Working in a fast-paced environment
- Organizational ability
- High attention to detail
- Adaptable
- Team Collaboration
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Educational Services, Humboldt State University - Youth Mentoring Program, spring 2021. Worked one on one with local elementary and middle school students. Established consistent, strong, and constructive relationships with students to be positive role models, allies, and agents of change in the community.
- Youth Educational Services, Humboldt State University - Juvenile Hall Recreation Program, spring 2021. Provided community contact, support, and positive guidance to the incarcerated youth of Humboldt County. Attended virtual workshops to become educated on the challenges and disparities that incarcerated populations of all ages and genders endure.
Certification
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Holds
Timeline
Intensive Behavior Interventionist - Behavior Coaching Team
Chico Unified School District
02.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Oak Hill School
07.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Humboldt State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Grossmont College
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