M Riley

Compassionate and highly skilled behavior interventionist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.

Experience implementing complex Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and delivering individual and group support in a variety of settings. Successful at managing challenging behaviors with empathy while following best practices to ensure a safe, supportive, and positive environment for clients and their families.

Special Education Teacher | Program Lead at Austin Independent School District (2015-11 – Present)

• Manage and coordinate complex individual student plans while maintaining meticulous documentation, regulatory compliance, and timely communication with stakeholders (students, families, staff, and community members)
• Deliver academic and behavioral support to 6th-8th grade students with autism and related disabilities in campus Special Unit according to students' Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments; provide training, support, and mentorship to new Special Education Teachers and campus staff on behavior management and intervention strategies
• Awards and Achievements: Teacher of the Year Award (2018-2019), Teacher of Promise Award (2008-2009), Leadership Pathway Professional Development Program (May 2020)

Sales Associate at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (2007-12 – 2016-01)

• Provided exceptional customer service, utilizing product knowledge and expert selling skills to effectively meet customers' needs
• Consistently ranked as one of the top sales-per-hour performers at the store location
• Led in-store demonstration cooking and skills classes, acting as a small-scale event facilitator and product expert
• Interacted effectively and enthusiastically with diverse customers and team members

Clinical Program Coordinator/Behavioral Consultant at Autism Partnership (1997-06 – 2007-06)

• Implemented behavior modification programs for children with autism and related developmental disabilities
• Lead training and workshops for educators and classroom support staff in multiple states' school districts (CA, NV, TN)
• Produced written client, classroom, and staff assessments and quarterly progress reports
• Completed supervised hours and examination for Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification

Alternative Teaching Certification Program (Special Education EC-12) in Special Education – Texas Teaching Fellows (2008-05)

Master of Science in Applied Psychology/Applied Behavior Analysis – St. Cloud State University (2007-05)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – University of Arizona (1996-06)