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CHILD BEHAVIORAL & EDUCATION SPECIALIST
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Child focused education and behavioral professional with 20 years of experience supporting children across clinical, classroom, tutoring, and childcare settings. Experienced in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), physical behavior interventions such as Safety Care and Ukeru trained, data collection, and curriculum development. Recognized for professionalism, empathy, organization, multitasking, and adaptability.
Experience
SCHOOL BASED BEHAVIORAL THERAPIST CONTRACTOR - Mindsource Behavioral Services with Tahoma School District
(2025-01)
- Maintained accurate and confidential information following HIPPA regulations (IEP/BIP)
- Used positive reinforcement, prompting, redirection, deescalation, and other evidence-based techniques to support student independence
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to track progress
- Collaborated with school staff and clinical supervisors to meet individualized student needs
- Supported students in developing social, emotional, communication, self-regulation, and functional skills
- Trained in physical safety and diffusing through Safety Care and Ukeru
PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR - Bright Now Dental
(2023-01 - 2025-01)
- Provided a patient-centered dental experience while maintaining HIPAA and healthcare-regulatory compliance
- Managed calls, inquiries, treatment information, scheduling, reminders, and follow-up communication
- Processed insurance claims, pre-authorizations, billing, co-pays, payments, and financing options accurately
- Maintained current patient accounts, insurance information, treatment plans, balances, and payment arrangements
- Resolved patient concerns with empathy, professionalism, and effective problem-solving
CLASSROOM DESIGNER - Seed Education
(2023-01 - 2023-12)
- Designed engaging, flexible classroom environments that support learning, safety, accessibility, and efficient use of space
- Created floor plans and mood boards for classrooms, staff areas, hallways, and front-of-school spaces
- Selected age-appropriate furniture and learning tools while overseeing project budgets
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors and researched educational environment trends to improve learning spaces
BEHAVIORAL THERAPIST - Navigation Therapy Services / Wickler Behavioral Services
(2020-01 - 2022-12)
- Completed RBT training through Central Reach and fulfilled requirements as a Certified Behavior Technician
- Responded to crisis situations, supported de-escalation, maintained professional boundaries, and collaborated with clinical supervisors, parents and teachers
- Implemented individualized treatment goals using ABA, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Collected data on frequency, duration, ABC, and interval data, treatment plans, and session notes
- Applied social-skills programs including Superflex and Zones of Regulation, plus token economies and reinforcement schedules
- Provided parents with strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and promote skill development outside therapy sessions
ACADEMIC TUTOR - Private Clients — Names Available Upon Request
(2014-01 - 2020-12)
- Provided individualized in-home tutoring for children ages 5-12 in reading, writing, mathematics, and other academic skills
- Delivered standards-aligned lessons using play based, multisensory, and hands-on techniques
- Used manipulatives, flashcards, phonics games, and positive reinforcement to increase engagement, confidence, and learning
LEAD TEACHER - Timberlake / Goddard / Country Junction
(2013-01 - 2020-12)
- Created and implemented differentiated curriculum focused on kindergarten readiness and early learning
- Monitored academic, social, and emotional development and partnered with families for students' individualized care
- Established safe, inclusive, and accessible classrooms, trained new staff, and maintained student records and educational data
- Communicated with parents daily and conducted facility tours for prospective families
CHILDCARE PROVIDER - Private Clients — Names Available Upon Request
(2010-01 - 2020-12)
- Provided individualized care supporting children's physical, emotional, and educational needs
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities, reading sessions, games, and hands-on projects
- Prepared meals, supported homework, transported children safely, and sustained clean and organized environments
- Communicated regularly with parents and used positive discipline, flexibility, and problem-solving to meet changing family needs
Education
Early Childhood Education credits - Bellevue College (2006-01 - 2008-12)
Graphic Design credits - Seattle Art Institute (2008-01 - 2010-12)

