Zahir Abdul
Chandler,AZ
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
Thrive Autism Services
01.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized ABA interventions for children with autism under BCBA supervision, supporting social engagement and language development (including AAC use). Collaborated with families and teams to ensure consistent, effective treatment across environments.
Co-founder and Vice President
Advancing Science WorldWide
Gilbert
09.2017 - Current
- Increased access to research information and knowledge of science in third-world countries. Delivered books, facilities, and equipment in scientific fields of all ages and skill levels to areas of need, such as Zambia, Kenya, and Zimbabwe.
Behavior Technician & Substitute Teacher
Desert Choice Schools
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided behavioral support and instruction to students with diverse special needs, utilizing ABA principles, while ensuring adherence to IEP goals, and promoting a positive, inclusive learning environment.
Physician Shadowing
Shadowing
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Observed cardiac and anesthesiology procedures—including Watchman, TEEs, ablations, lead extractions, and endovascular aneurysm repairs—under Drs. Phan, Malladi, and Warner at Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert hospitals.
Research Coordinator and Receptionist
Valley Heart Rhythm Specialists
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated the doctor's arrhythmia research study in the clinic via Word/Excel/3PHCloud and organized and tracked large amounts of data.
- Managed the clinic calls and helped patients with their concerns while relaying them to the providers to aid the patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ08-2024
High School Diploma -
BASIS Chandler
Chandler, AZ07-2020
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Patient Communication
- Clear and Concise Communication
- Leadership
- Quick Learner
- Highly Motivated Individual
- Computer and Typing Proficiency
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Thrive Autism Services
01.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician & Substitute Teacher
Desert Choice Schools
07.2024 - 01.2025
Physician Shadowing
Shadowing
05.2023 - 10.2024
Research Coordinator and Receptionist
Valley Heart Rhythm Specialists
07.2022 - 02.2024
Co-founder and Vice President
Advancing Science WorldWide
09.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Psychology
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
BASIS Chandler
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