Trinity Dayton

*Three month hiatus September 2024-January 2024 due to cross country move*

• Promoted positive behavior change using reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts in collaboration with the BCBA to implement effective treatment plans and meet client goals.
• Reduced maladaptive behaviors through individualized ABA therapy, focusing on skill development in academics, vocational tasks, communication, socialization, and self-regulation.
• Monitored and recorded problem behaviors, collecting accurate data through behavior-consequence tracking, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
• Prevented behavior escalation with de-escalation techniques while ensuring a safe environment for clients and staff.
• Led group sessions focused on social skills, peer interaction, and cooperation through structured activities with age-appropriate peers.
• Built strong rapport with guardians by discussing daily progress, identifying potential behavior triggers (e.g., lack of sleep or breakfast), and providing detailed summaries of the child’s day.
• Mentored and trained new technicians, fostering confidence and skill development through hands-on support and guidance, enhancing overall team performance and client care.
• Designed instructional program materials using creative software (Canva, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel).

• Implemented individualized behavior support plans under supervision, using evidence-based practices like precision teaching to enhance client learning.
• Promoted communication development by incorporating family input and learner preferences, encouraging Spanish vocalizations, ASL, PECS, and AAC devices to foster self-advocacy.
• Collaborated with SLPs and OTs to share behavioral observations, informing goal-setting and therapy adjustments.
• Contributed to inclusive holiday events, creating a welcoming environment for neurodiverse learners and their families.
• Applied creative problem-solving during transitions by using countdown timers, encouraging time requests, and offering personalized choices (e.g., "Would you like to fly like a dragon or waddle like a bird to group?") to increase engagement in low-preferred activities.

*Summer Job*

• Supported students' development through classroom games, arts and crafts, alphabet worksheets, and fine motor activities, such as teaching how to hold a writing utensil.
• Promoted group-based learning, focusing on peer interaction and memory recall through story time, music class, calendar skills (month/day/year/season), and basic American Sign Language.
• Supervised recess, lunch, and daily student intake and dismissal.
• Created and implemented lesson plans aligned with students' developmental stages and skills.
• Reinforced behavioral expectations through clear guidance, modeled positive peer interactions, and used redirection to encourage empathy and self-regulation.
• Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.

• Generated compelling story ideas by staying current on industry trends and local events.
• Exhibited a strong ability to understand and effectively translate verbal stories into clear, emotional, and engaging written narratives.
• Produced high-quality articles on a weekly basis
• Built strong community connections and collaborated effectively to produce accurate, well-informed news pieces.

• Worked closely with advisors and mentors for guidance on how to improve journalistic skills and career development.
• Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
• Adhered to ethical guidelines while reporting on sensitive topics or controversial issues, maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Channeled creativity by writing feature stories on lifestyle, the arts, and compelling narratives about the university, community, and its residents.
• Provided community updates through lifestyle articles covering local farmers' markets, new restaurants, and businesses.

• Prepared lessons by gathering materials and setting up equipment.
• Maintained a safe, nurturing environment by adhering to preschool policies and procedures.
• Promoted physical development through daily outdoor activities focused on gross motor skills.
• Enhanced student engagement with interactive, hands-on activities. For example, after a unit on sea creatures, students engaged in water play with figurines, identifying animal features (fin, gills, tail, tentacles) and reinforcing content knowledge while fostering social interaction and fine motor skills.

• Provided a safe, nurturing environment by regularly monitoring spaces for hazards and sanitizing toys and equipment.
• Oversaw smooth transitions between activities such as snack time, outdoor play, and naptime.
  Adapted to the developmental needs of children from 18 months to preschool age, leading structured activities.
• Promoted to Lead Afternoon Teacher in a classroom of 20 three- to four-year-olds, managing routines including snack, circle time, toilet training, and outdoor play.
• Fostered strong parent relationships through consistent communication and daily updates on child progress and inventory needs.