John Christopher
Lake Ariel
Summary
I have a lot of experience working with autistic children. I have two autistic children of my own that I have raised. So I have sympathy for their unique challenges and have developed patience in how to best meet their needs. I have also worked the last two years in autism support. I have learned and used many behavior intervention techniques and am very familiar with helping teachers reach the goals stated in each child's IEP. I would appreciate an opportunity to be an effective addition to your team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Teacher Special Education
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
Easton
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted students with disabilities in daily activities and classroom routines.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum materials for special education students.
- Monitored student progress and documented behavioral observations regularly.
- Supported classroom management through positive reinforcement strategies and interventions.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to meet the needs of special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student abilities and academic skills.
- Encouraged positive relationships among all members of the classroom community, including peers, faculty, staff, and parents.
- Supervised field trips involving special needs students while ensuring their safety at all times.
- Implemented instructional activities that supported the curriculum objectives.
- Provided classroom support to teachers and students with disabilities.
- Utilized a variety of instructional materials such as textbooks, multimedia resources, and manipulatives in order to engage diverse learners.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Behavior Technician
Merakey, Formerly NHS Schools
Scranton
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for client progress tracking.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored client behavior in various settings to ensure consistency of care.
- Participated in regular training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
- Assisted in the implementation of crisis intervention protocols when needed.
Education
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Clarks Summit University
Clarks Summit, PA05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Studies
Central Baptist College
Conway05-2004
Skills
- Behavior intervention
- Special education advocacy
- Classroom management
- Data collection
- Positive reinforcement
- Problem identification
- Technology integration
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention protocols
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Teacher Special Education
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
09.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Merakey, Formerly NHS Schools
08.2023 - 07.2024
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Clarks Summit University
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Studies
Central Baptist College
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