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I am a Behavior Specialist with the Mesquite Independent School District, dedicated to assessing, developing, and implementing behavioral intervention plans to support student success. I collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to promote positive behavior management strategies, conduct assessments, track progress, and provide individualized support to students with behavioral challenges. I enjoy training staff on effective intervention techniques and creating inclusive learning environments that foster social-emotional growth. Beyond the classroom, I have led community initiatives as National Programs Chair for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., volunteered with the Tarrant Area Food Bank, and recently joined Reading Partners to dedicate time to teaching phonics and reading strategies to students performing below grade level.…I am a Behavior Specialist with the Mesquite Independent School District, dedicated to assessing, developing, and implementing behavioral intervention plans to support student success. I collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to promote positive behavior management strategies, conduct assessments, track progress, and provide individualized support to students with behavioral challenges. I enjoy training staff on effective intervention techniques and creating inclusive learning environments that foster social-emotional growth. Beyond the classroom, I have led community initiatives as National Programs Chair for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., volunteered with the Tarrant Area Food Bank, and recently joined Reading Partners to dedicate time to teaching phonics and reading strategies to students performing below grade level.

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I am a Behavior Specialist with the Mesquite Independent School District, dedicated to assessing, developing, and implementing behavioral intervention plans to support student success. I collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to promote positive behavior management strategies, conduct assessments, track progress, and provide individualized support to students with behavioral challenges. I enjoy training staff on effective intervention techniques and creating inclusive learning environments that foster social-emotional growth. Beyond the classroom, I have led community initiatives as National Programs Chair for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., volunteered with the Tarrant Area Food Bank, and recently joined Reading Partners to dedicate time to teaching phonics and reading strategies to students performing below grade level.…I am a Behavior Specialist with the Mesquite Independent School District, dedicated to assessing, developing, and implementing behavioral intervention plans to support student success. I collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to promote positive behavior management strategies, conduct assessments, track progress, and provide individualized support to students with behavioral challenges. I enjoy training staff on effective intervention techniques and creating inclusive learning environments that foster social-emotional growth. Beyond the classroom, I have led community initiatives as National Programs Chair for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., volunteered with the Tarrant Area Food Bank, and recently joined Reading Partners to dedicate time to teaching phonics and reading strategies to students performing below grade level.

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I am a Behavior Specialist with the Mesquite Independent School District, dedicated to assessing, developing, and implementing behavioral intervention plans to support student success. I collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to promote positive behavior management strategies, conduct assessments, track progress, and provide individualized support to students with behavioral challenges.

I enjoy training staff on effective intervention techniques and creating inclusive learning environments that foster social-emotional growth. Beyond the classroom, I have led community initiatives as National Programs Chair for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., volunteered with the Tarrant Area Food Bank, and recently joined Reading Partners to dedicate time to teaching phonics and reading strategies to students performing below grade level.

Skills

Leadership

Experience Level

Leadership

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Behavior Specialist at Mesquite Independent School District

July 1, 2024 - Present

Current role dedicated to assessing, developing, and implementing behavioral intervention plans to support student success. Collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to promote positive behavior management strategies, conduct assessments, track progress, and provide individualized support to students with behavioral challenges. Train staff on effective intervention techniques and create inclusive learning environments that foster social-emotional growth.

Special Education Teacher at KIPP Pleasant Grove Academy

November 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023

Provide the appropriate accommodations and modifications to the set curriculum for students in English I & II. Identify the individual needs of students, create a supportive and effective learning environment and ensure students have the accommodation they need to succeed.

Special Education Teacher at Richardson Independent School District

June 1, 2019 - October 1, 2021

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop and/or modify individualized education programs (IEP) and curricula. Prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability level and facilitate ARD meetings.

Behavior Therapist at Center for Autism and Related Disorders

May 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

Implemented in-home therapy based on the principles of ABA. Focused on decreasing challenging behaviors according to a behavior plan created by a BCBA. Served multiple families and reduced challenging behaviors within weeks under supervision of a BCBA.