BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (CONTRACTED) - CedarHill ISD - Cedar Hill, Texas
(2026-03 - 2026-05)
- Utilized reinforcement schedules and proactive crisis management techniques to safely de-escalate aggressive or self-injurious behaviors.
- Encouraged positive behavior through rewards and praise, reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Provided frequent breaks to enhance engagement and manage individual needs.
- Collect data on antecedent-behavior-consequence (ABC) data to track targeted behavior reduction.
PARA-EDUCATOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION - Lancaster ISD - Lancaster, Texas
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
- Collaborated with lead special education teachers to implement IEP goals and adapt daily curriculum for caseload of 12 students with autism spectrum disorder and emotional disturbance, ensuring tailored learning experiences.
- Provided dedicated one-on-one and small-group instructional support to students with multiple disabilities in an inclusion setting.
- Monitored student behavior, providing positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate actions and enhance classroom engagement.
- Maintained confidential daily records of student progress toward IEP objectives, compiling data to support quarterly reporting and inform instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to adapt daily lesson plans and materials to match individual learning styles and IEP goals.
- Utilize assistive technology and visual schedules to promote student independence and communication skills in the classroom.
- Facilitated social skills groups during recess and unstructured times, fostering positive peer interactions and conflict resolution skills.
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL - Advantage Academy - Grand Prairie, Texas
(2022-09 - 2023-05)
- Collaborated with lead teachers to adapt daily lesson plans and materials to match individual learning styles and IEP goals.
- Utilize assistive technology and visual schedules to promote student independence and communication skills in the classroom.
- Facilitated social skills groups during recess and unstructured times, fostering positive peer interactions and conflict resolution skills.