Educated professional with expertise in developing behavioral programs and interventions. Skilled in observing student behavior and applying effective corrective techniques. Recognized for strong collaboration and consulting abilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Specialist
Shenendehowa Central School District
Clifton Park
01.2023 - Current
Collaborated with school staff, administrators, students, and families to create targeted behavioral strategies and plans.
Coached staff on defining behaviors, measuring outcomes, and developing class-wide and individual behavior plans.
Engaged directly with students to identify triggers, coping strategies, and management plans for progress monitoring.
Delivered professional development sessions on crisis intervention and trauma-informed practices for teachers and staff.
Behavior Specialist
City School District of Albany-EPES, MMS, SHMMS and EJOMS
Albany
09.2018 - 01.2023
Implement and regularly evaluate building-level implementation of district-adopted models, policies, and procedures (i.e., MTSS/RtI, PBIS, TCIS, RULER).
Examine the effects of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (Tiers I, II, and III) on student academic and behavioral outcomes.
Use applied behavior analytic practices to analyze school-wide and classroom data sources, to develop evidence-based interventions, and to monitor fidelity of implementation.
Engage in ongoing communication and consultation with administration, teachers, parents, and community providers to create safe, engaging, and supportive learning environments.
Identify systemic patterns of student need and work with district and building personnel to identify appropriate, evidence-based social-emotional/behavioral strategies.
Facilitate collection, entry and analysis of data utilized in progress monitoring; helping to determine behavioral impact on academic progress and develop indicators of academic, social emotional, and behavioral health of students.
Plan for and facilitate professional development for implementation of social emotional/ behavioral best practices (i.e., preventative strategies, function-based thinking, RULER).
Knowledge of district academic processes and protocols, and their alignment with social-emotional/behavioral health of students.
Attend department meetings and relevant professional development opportunities.
Facilitate the weekly building Tier 2/3 meeting and collaborate with the student support team and administration to make data-informed decisions with regard to individual student Tier 2/3 behavior plans and interventions.
Behavior Technician
Freedom First Psychological Services
Latham
08.2020 - 09.2021
Provide direct client care in a 1:1 setting using a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements under the supervision of the BCBA/LBA.
Continually monitor clients' response to treatment through various data collection methods provided and supervised by the BCBA/LBA.
Conduct skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments under the supervision of the BCBA/LBA.
Professionally collaborated and communicated with parents, family member and other stakeholders as necessary.
Special Education Teacher
Schenectady City Schools-MLK Elementary School
Schenectady
02.2018 - 06.2018
Provide a modified curriculum for all subject areas for a diverse population of students in grades 3-5 in a 12:1:2 self-contained classroom setting
Complete all progress monitoring, running records, assessments, and CSE/IEP responsibilities for all students on my case load
Use data to drive instruction and utilize individual growth reports to enhance instruction and address each student's academic needs
Provide differentiated instruction and a multi-sensory teaching approach to meet individual student needs and learning styles and align with the requirements of the New York State Curriculum and CCSS
Special Education Teacher
Mohonasen CSD-Pinewood Elementary
Schenectady
09.2016 - 02.2017
Provided consultant teacher services to 5th grade students that focused developing their skills in math, literacy and writing skills.
Provided ELA special class teaching services to 5th grade students that included the implementation of the Units of Study writing curriculum by Lucy Calkins.
Completed all progress monitoring, running records, KTEA testing and CSE/IEP responsibilities for all students on my case load.
Special Education Teacher/Clinician
The School at Northeast/NPCS
Schenectady
02.1997 - 08.2016
Developed modified curriculum in self-contained settings for diverse, at-risk students with disabilities.
Enhanced life skills curriculum through community service participation and service-learning projects.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary educational team to formulate treatment plans and IEPs for each student.
Mobile Therapist/School-Based Behavior Specialist
The Guidance Center
Bradford
10.1994 - 09.1996
Delivered non-traditional therapeutic programs through a collaborative wraparound services approach.
Utilized strength-based therapies to enhance skill development and functioning of children.
Supported families in addressing children's emotional and behavioral needs at home and in community settings.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Studies - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2021
Certificate of Advanced Studies - Special Education
College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY
12.2016
Master of Science in Education - Counseling Psychology
St Bonaventure University
St Bonaventure, NY
12.1994
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
State University of New York College at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY
05.1993
Skills
Behavioral assessment and analysis
Crisis intervention strategies
Professional development
Collaborative communication
Positive behavior support
Social-emotional learning
Multi-tiered systems implementation
Student engagement
Outcome measurement methods
Team collaboration
Student needs assessment
Social skills training
Functional behavior assessment
Behavior modification techniques
Visual supports implementation
Applied behavior analysis
Individualized education plans
Client advocacy
Evidence-based practices
Data analysis
Collaboration with stakeholders
Professional development facilitation
Certification
New York State Permanent Certification, Elementary Education N-6
New York State Permanent Certification, Students with Disabilities 1-6
Additional Trainings Activities Awards
Trauma Informed Care Practitioner-STARR Commonwealth
Golden Apple Award Recipient (CSDA-2019)
National Educators for Restorative Practices
PBIS Coach
Trauma Sensitive Schools Institute
RULER
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools-Trainer
Culturally Responsive Education
Timeline
Behavior Specialist
Shenendehowa Central School District
01.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
Freedom First Psychological Services
08.2020 - 09.2021
Behavior Specialist
City School District of Albany-EPES, MMS, SHMMS and EJOMS
09.2018 - 01.2023
Special Education Teacher
Schenectady City Schools-MLK Elementary School
02.2018 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher
Mohonasen CSD-Pinewood Elementary
09.2016 - 02.2017
Special Education Teacher/Clinician
The School at Northeast/NPCS
02.1997 - 08.2016
Mobile Therapist/School-Based Behavior Specialist
The Guidance Center
10.1994 - 09.1996
Certificate of Advanced Studies - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Certificate of Advanced Studies - Special Education
College of Saint Rose
Master of Science in Education - Counseling Psychology