Denisha Tallada
Educator | Crisis De-escalation Specialist | Caregiver | Support Professional
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About
Highly skilled Educator and Crisis De-escalation Specialist holding a B.S. in Elementary Education and specialized IRIS Center behavioral training. Seeking an entry-level Behavior Technician (RBT) position with The Treetop ABA, in Logan. Combines extensive classroom instruction and professional caregiving with a powerful background in high-volume 911 dispatch.
Expert at managing crises calmly, applying positive behavioral interventions, and tracking detailed client data under pressure. Eager to leverage this unique blend of skills to excel in the paid RBT training pipeline and pursue a long-term BCBA career track.
Experience
Classroom Teaching Experience at Anne Watson Elementary & Wonderview School District (2017-01 – 2026-01)
- Managed daily routines, lesson plans, and engagement for Pre-K through 3rd-grade classrooms.
- Handled diverse behavioral challenges using patience, structured routines, and positive reinforcement.
- Utilized educational software and LMS tools to track data, log milestones, and report student progress.
Professional Caregiver at Multiple Care Agencies (2022-01 – Present)
- Delivered high-quality individual care adhering strictly to compliance guidelines, safety protocols, and personalized behavior and wellness plans.
- Maintained detailed daily digital updates and logs, ensuring precise documentation and regular communication with families and medical/care teams.
911 Emergency Dispatcher at Pope County Communications (2012-01 – 2015-12)
- Managed high-stress emergency phone lines, rapidly de-escalating highly tense, emotional, and critical situations using structured active listening and calm communication.
- Multi-tasked fluidly across multiple live tracking software tools and databases to accurately document, log, and route time-sensitive emergency information.
Team Lead / Trainer / CSR at Call Assistant (2009-01 – 2012-12)
- Handled high-volume customer accounts while consistently meeting strict data entry and service quality standards.
- Onboarded, trained, and monitored new hires on standard software workflows, compliance procedures, and client communication strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education – University of Central Arkansas (2026-05)
Specialized Training in Behavioral Support Modules – The IRIS Center (Vanderbilt University)
