Infant and Toddler Behavioral Consultant at Center for Early Success, skilled in intervention planning and fostering empathy. Achieved significant behavioral improvements through evidence-based strategies and collaborative family involvement. Committed to ethical practice and self-awareness, enhancing program effectiveness and community relationships while promoting positive outcomes for children and families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant and Toddler Behavioral Consultant
Center for Early Success
Danville, VA
12.2024 - Current
Identified opportunities for service delivery improvement by conducting regular program evaluations and implementing necessary changes.
Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of assessments, treatment plans and progress reports in accordance with professional standards.
Designed visual schedules and prompts that supported clients' daily routines and increased their ability to navigate transitions successfully.
Reduced challenging behaviors with individualized assessments and targeted interventions.
Promoted a collaborative approach by involving clients'' families in the development of behavior support plans tailored to their unique circumstances.
Improved behavioral outcomes by implementing evidence-based interventions and strategies.
Evaluated program effectiveness through data collection and analysis, refining interventions as needed for continuous improvement.
Served as a liaison between school personnel, therapists, and families to ensure seamless coordination of services for students receiving behavioral supports.
Rockingham County Center Director
Children and Family First NC
07.2020 - 11.2024
Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
Promoted a positive company image and established a reputation as a provider of choice for educational programs in the greater community.
Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
Led team of educators in creating innovative curricula that aligned with state standards and promoted student success.
Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
Evaluated staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
Implemented data-driven decision-making to improve overall center performance in key areas.
Recruited and developed a solid team of professionals to care for up to 40 children each day.
Rockingham County Head Start Teacher
Rockingham County Schools
08.2008 - 07.2020
Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication via newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance data, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
Promoted social-emotional development in students by incorporating character education lessons into thedaily curriculum.
Increased student participation by implementing interactive and hands-on learning activities.
Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
Guided students to develop social, emotional, and physical skills.
Monitored classroom to verify a safe and secure environment.
Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet the needs of young learners.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership And Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2025
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA
11-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA
06-2018
Skills
Self-awareness
Ethical practice
Intervention planning
Empathy development
Behavioral assessment
Client rapport building
Cultural history
Trauma-informed care
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Certification
Currently pursuing Leadership and Supervision in Education at Liberty University. Certification complete August, 2025.
Timeline
Infant and Toddler Behavioral Consultant
Center for Early Success
12.2024 - Current
Rockingham County Center Director
Children and Family First NC
07.2020 - 11.2024
Rockingham County Head Start Teacher
Rockingham County Schools
08.2008 - 07.2020
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership And Management
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