Usula Lopes
Taunton,MA
Summary
Dynamic ABA professional with experience at Canton Public School, skilled in discrete trial training and collaborative problem-solving. Successfully enhanced student independence and communication skills through tailored interventions. Proven ability to reduce challenging behaviors and foster positive relationships, ensuring effective learning environments for clients with autism spectrum disorders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Tutor
Canton Public School
09.2024 - Current
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks, ask questions, and engage fully in their education.
- Promoted generalization of learned skills across various settings through consistent implementation of ABA techniques
- Coordinated closely with other service providers, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, to ensure a holistic approach to each student''s needs.
- Promoted generalization of learned skills across various settings through consistent implementation of ABA techniques.
- Increased student independence through functional life skills training and social skills instruction.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by developing and implementing positive behavior support plans based on functional assessments.
- Utilized discrete trial training to teach specific skills broken down into smaller components for increased student mastery.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure continued growth and success.
- Supported classroom teachers in adapting instructional materials and methods for students with autism spectrum disorders.
- Improved communication skills of non-verbal students by utilizing visual aids, sign language, and alternative communication devices.
- Enhanced student progress by implementing customized ABA strategies and interventions.
- Expanded knowledge of current research findings in the field of ABA through regular professional development opportunities and trainings.
Registered Behavioral Technician
LEARN Behavioral
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Supported clients in achieving their goals through consistent data collection and analysis.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering trust and positive relationships that facilitated learning opportunities.
- Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in developing evidence-based strategies for optimal results.
- Facilitated skill acquisition through systematic instruction and reinforcement strategies tailored to individual client needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Used [Software] to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
Behavioral Technician
Behavioral Concepts Inc.
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Enhanced communication skills for clients with autism spectrum disorder through the use of visual supports and social stories.
- Reduced problem behaviors by teaching clients appropriate coping strategies and replacement behaviors.
- Supported family members in understanding ABA principles, empowering them to effectively implement strategies at home.
- Conducted therapeutic group sessions about life events and experiences with clients, establishing both short- and long-term goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA06-2026
Psychology
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA06-2019
Skills
- Discrete trial training
- Natural environment teachings
- Behavioral assessment
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Motor skills development
- Functional communication training
- Behavior reduction strategies
- Crisis management
- Applied behavior analysis
- Natural environment teaching
- Program implementation
- Prompting techniques
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ABA Tutor
Canton Public School
09.2024 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
LEARN Behavioral
07.2023 - 09.2024
Behavioral Technician
Behavioral Concepts Inc.
11.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Bay Path University
Psychology
Massasoit Community College