Yolandi Jooste
Laguna Hills,CA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Social Skills Teacher
New Vista School
, California
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies as well as collaborating with other departments.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEP goals to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on applied behavior analysis.
Social Skills Facilitator
Easterseals of Southern California
Irvine, CA
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Conduct social skills for participants 4 - 22- years-of- age
- Maintained impeccable records for each client, produced 6 month progress reports and trained parents on best evidenced based practices.
- Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
- Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
- Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
- Offered training on personal hygiene and grooming skills.
Assistant Supervisor/Clinic Coordinator
Love 2 Learn Consulting
Huntington Beach, CA
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
Editor, Staff Reporter/Photographer/Layout Artist
Borrego Sun Newspaper
Borrego Springs, CA
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Proofread, edited, and formatted all writing content for the paper on a layout using InDesign CS 4/5
- Interviewed guests on specific topics.
- Monitored breaking news for information on incidents, events and topics of interest to quickly assign coverage to staff.
- Managed social media - Twitter, Facebook, Google my Business, and Constant Contact accounts
- Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects.
- Developed advertising tactics and implemented new solutions for increased brand awareness.
- Worked with marketing department to create targeted advertising strategies for key customer demographics.
- Worked closely with clients to design effective promotions to meet customer needs and exceed sales goals.
Credentialed Behavior Specialist - Registered Behavior Technician
The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Santa Ana, CA
03.2014 - 02.2016
- Registered Behavior Technician-16-16627 (lapsed)
- Based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA), facilitated social skills training in 1:1 or in small group format for patients 3 to 22 years-old, with the goal toward generalization of skills to parents and the natural environments.
- Evaluate and set up goals pertaining to social development with the use of current evidenced-based practices, communicate strategies and process of treatment with families and caregivers, as well as collect, calculate and report data in a progress report on a 6 month basis.
- Assist in parent support trainings that included potty training, managing problem behaviors, feeding problems and daytime and night time routines.
- Consult and collaborate with in-house Pediatric and Neurodevelopmental Physicians, Psychologists, Behaviorists, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers.
- Under the direction of the Executive Director, create, develop and advertise for upcoming seminars and functions as well as collect payment and do deposits as a registered cashier (Kuali Financial Systems and Quest)
- Assist in Grant Writing (Autism Speaks, Ronald McDonald, McBeth Foundation), as well as behaviorally staff all wellness related activities for patients and the community that are affected by autism or neurodevelopmental disorders. Activities included but where not limited to Musical Performances in partnership the Pacific Symphony's Heart Strings program; Art Workshops in partnership with Creative Art 4 Healing, and more.
- Center Representative on Segerstrom Center for the Arts advisory board for their sensory-friendly performing art shows
- Reach out and Read Coordinator for The Center
- Designed and recorded teacher surveys to accurately determine professional development needs and strategies.
- Created and implemented department support framework to address strategic goals.
Behavior Interventionist
Kelly McKinnon and Associates
San Juan Capistrano, CA
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA), teaching occurs in either a 1:1 or a small group format, with the goal toward generalization of skills to parents and the natural environment
- Desired skills are taught by breaking down skills with visual and modeling techniques, and reinforcement procedures (schedule of reinforcement) to increase the occurrence of those skills
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Skills that are determined as "targets to decrease" are analyzed for function, replacement skills taught, and appropriate reinforcement/punishment/ extinction procedures used, always with a fading plan in place.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
Lead Instructional Assistant
Fountain Valley School District
Fountain Valley, CA
09.2010 - 05.2013
- Discrete Trial Training (DTT)/ Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Supervisor of staff of 20
- Coordinate with preschool assessment teams regarding placement of students in program
- Schedule tutoring hours on and off-site; make appointments based of schedules and IEP needs
- Assist DTT/ABA aids in development and reinforcement of DTT/ABA training, providing demonstration and instruction to less experienced aids through appropriate methodologies and techniques
- Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information according to establish guidelines
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Applied Behavior Analysis Assistant
Ocean View School District
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2004 - 07.2010
- Paraprofessional specializing in Autism
- Providing one-on one instruction at school and at private homes for children 3-6 suffering from mild to severe autism
- Collect data and record anecdotal student progress notes, maintain and organize program notebooks, and implement program modifications based on their individualized plan (IEP)
- Implemented behavior strategies based on proven methodologies; assist instructional personnel with behavior management of students
- Maintain confidentiality of students records and information according to established guidelines
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Golden West College
08.2003 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Humanities and Social Sciences
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA 08.2007 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Special Education
National University
La Jolla, CA 08.2010 - 01.2014
Skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Certification
Applied Behavior Analysis (10+ years)
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate Anywhere.
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Social Skills Teacher
New Vista School
08.2019 - 08.2022
Social Skills Facilitator
Easterseals of Southern California
08.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant Supervisor/Clinic Coordinator
Love 2 Learn Consulting
07.2017 - 04.2018
Editor, Staff Reporter/Photographer/Layout Artist
Borrego Sun Newspaper
02.2016 - 07.2017
Credentialed Behavior Specialist - Registered Behavior Technician
The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders
03.2014 - 02.2016
Behavior Interventionist
Kelly McKinnon and Associates
05.2013 - 03.2014
Lead Instructional Assistant
Fountain Valley School District
09.2010 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Special Education
National University
08.2010 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Humanities and Social Sciences
California State University - Fullerton
08.2007 - 08.2010
Applied Behavior Analysis Assistant
Ocean View School District
05.2004 - 07.2010
Associate of Arts -
Golden West College
08.2003 - 08.2007
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