A special educator with a passion for building relationships with students
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Lighthouse Autism Center
02.2023 - Current
Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
Motivated learners to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Little Learners Preschool
08.2013 - 02.2023
Teaching developmental preschool curriculum to 3-5 year olds (including students on the Autism Spectrum, with Down Syndrome, and various other special needs)
Writing Individual Education Programs (IEPs)
Creating behavior plans collaboratively with Behavior Consultant
Education
Special Education Addition To License -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
Purdue University Northwest
Westville
05.2011
High School Diploma -
Wheeler High School
Valparaiso, IN
06.2006
Skills
Working Collaboratively, Identifying Student Needs and Strengths, Communication
Additional Information
CERTIFICATES
, Professional Educator's License (08/2022 - 08/2027)
Original license obtained 2011.
CPR/AED Certification (08/2022 - 08/2024),
HONOR AWARDS
, Dean's List (08/2006 - 05/2010)
Purdue North West University
Top Ten (06/2006 - 06/2006)
Wheeler High School
Graduated in the top ten percent of my senior class