Daisha Elliott
Englewood
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Dedicated, lifelong learner with experience providing evidence-based early intervention services to children with ASD through play-based Natural Environment Teaching (NET).
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Trainer
Soar Autism Center
Denver
06.2025 - Current
- Support initial and ongoing RBT competency evaluations for new and existing RBTs
- Support 3-4 case supervisors as they grow their clinical and decision making skills
- Build trainees skill sets in ESDM practices and ABA strategies including joint attention, responding to challenging behaviors, and data collection
- Complete monthly fidelity checklists for RBTs
- Organize and host quarterly meetings center-level continuing education events for BCBAs and RBTs
- Host bi-weekly meetings that communicates with BCBAs to ensure adherence to supervision requirements
- Collaborate with Center Director and Operations Director regarding RBT performance and needed performance improvement initiatives
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Soar Autism Center
Denver
06.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients with behavioral challenges.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Trained staff in behavior intervention techniques and best practices.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted strategies based on observations.
- Educated families on behavioral techniques to enhance home support systems.
- Provided direct supervision during therapy sessions to ensure fidelity of interventions.
ABA Therapist
Therapeutic Alliance LLC
Virginia Beach
07.2019 - Current
- Engaged clients through structured activities to promote skill development and social interaction.
- Maintained accurate records of sessions, behaviors, and treatment plans for compliance.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
Activity Center Leader
City of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted with developing systems to safeguard the health and safety of the children/youth.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state early learning standards.
- Implemented daily activities promoting physical, social, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and needs.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Direct Support Professional
Hope House Foundation
Norfolk
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Maintaining person centered services.
- Ensuring clients health and safety.
- Implementing behavioral supports in emergency crisis situations.
- Assisted in planning and conducting community connected activities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Provided personalized support to individuals with disabilities in daily living activities.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and services provided.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA01-2018
Diploma -
Churchland High School
01-2014
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Clinical supervision
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Functional behavior assessment
- Staff training strategies
- Client progress monitoring
- Data collection and analysis
- Applied behavior analysis
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- CPR/First Aid/AED
- Child Abuse and Neglect Recognition and Intervention
Job Title
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Clinical Trainer
Groups
- Black Association for Behavior Analyst (BABA)
Timeline
Clinical Trainer
Soar Autism Center
06.2025 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Soar Autism Center
06.2024 - Current
ABA Therapist
Therapeutic Alliance LLC
07.2019 - Current
Activity Center Leader
City of Virginia Beach
10.2018 - 06.2019
Direct Support Professional
Hope House Foundation
10.2015 - 09.2017
Master of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Old Dominion University
Diploma -
Churchland High School