Kendra Thrasher
Indianapolis
Summary
Knowledgeable behavior technician with several years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Bierman Autism Centers
Avon
08.2024 - Current
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Muncie Community Schools
Muncie
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Instructed small groups of students in math, science, social studies, and English.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ball State University
Muncie, INSkills
- Behavior intervention plans
- Applied behavior analysis
- Data tracking
- Behavior intervention
- Individualized instruction
- Learning strategies
- Behavior management
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Motivational strategies
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Bierman Autism Centers
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Muncie Community Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ball State University