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Keegan Payne

Westminster

Summary

Dedicated special education professional with proven ability to support diverse learning needs and create inclusive educational environments. Experienced in collaborating effectively with educators, parents, and students to achieve positive outcomes. Skilled in implementing individualized education plans, behavioral management techniques, and adaptive learning strategies. Reliable team player who thrives in dynamic classroom situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education ParaEducator

ADAMS 12 FIVE STAR SCHOOLS: Legacy High School
10.2014 - Current
  • Assist students with behavioral and educational goals, including organization, social skills, and self-advocacy
  • Modify environments or assignments for auditory and sensory sensitivities

Therapeutic Instructor & RBT: City Surfers and CNA

SPECTRA AUTISM CENTER
06.2016 - 12.2023
  • Implement programming based on predetermined standards and guidelines
  • Maintain paperwork and files consistent with Spectra standards
  • Complete behavioral and social data collection on client

RBT and Autism Summer Camp Lead

OLIVER BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANTS
05.2019 - 04.2022
  • Developed and initiated classroom curriculum for 3-5 year olds with autism, based off camp standards and individual goals
  • Used behavior strategies and positive reinforcement to ensure client growth
  • Managed team of four staff during summer sessions

Job Coach

SAMPLES SUPPORTS
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Educate and supervise adults with disabilities in kitchen, dishwashing, bar, and other front of house tasks at multiple local restaurants
  • Developed and maintained positive attitude and relationships between clients, customers, and coworkers
  • Managed client skill acquisition with visual, gestural, and segmented modifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Psychology, Minors: Mathematics, Sociology

Loras College
Dubuque, IA
05-2011

Skills

  • Quick thinking
  • Teaching and instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Behavioral plan management
  • Skills strategies
  • Parental interaction

Certification

  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) September 2019- Dec 2023
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) October 2014 to Present (Annual Renewal) ADAMS 12 FIVE STAR SCHOOLS: Legacy High School
  • CPR/AED October 2014 to Present (Annual Renewal) ADAMS 12 FIVE STAR SCHOOLS: Legacy High School

Timeline

Job Coach

SAMPLES SUPPORTS
06.2019 - 03.2020

RBT and Autism Summer Camp Lead

OLIVER BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANTS
05.2019 - 04.2022

Therapeutic Instructor & RBT: City Surfers and CNA

SPECTRA AUTISM CENTER
06.2016 - 12.2023

Special Education ParaEducator

ADAMS 12 FIVE STAR SCHOOLS: Legacy High School
10.2014 - Current

Bachelor's Degree - Psychology, Minors: Mathematics, Sociology

Loras College
Keegan Payne