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Megan Karr

Lexington

Summary

Accomplished Behavior Support Specialist at Employment Solutions Life Works Therapies, skilled in data collection and analysis. Expert in individualized support planning and relationship building, fostering positive outcomes through teamwork and collaboration. Successfully developed and implemented behavior support plans, enhancing communication and social skills training.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Support Specialist

Employment Solutions Life Works Therapies
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed positive behavior support plans to help individuals decrease target behaviors and learn new replacement skills
  • Utilized variety of methods, skills, and tools to provide direct behavior support using evidence-based curricula
  • Facilitated communication between all caregivers, and support providers on the participant's team including training all members on the current behavior support plan
  • Maintained accurate behavior data collection records to track progress toward behavior goals and make informed decisions about how to use direct session time to effectively support behavioral needs

Elementary Teacher

Board Of Education (Fayette & Madison Counties)
07.2004 - 07.2016
  • National Board Certification 2010
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated student performance to identify gaps in skills and set realistic goals.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication
  • Served on school leadership committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives.

Education

Master of Science - Reading And Writing (all Grades)

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY
05-2009

Elementary Education

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
05-2004

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement
  • Individualized support planning
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Social skills training
  • Excellent communication
  • Relationship building
  • Caregivers and staff training

Timeline

Behavior Support Specialist

Employment Solutions Life Works Therapies
08.2022 - Current

Elementary Teacher

Board Of Education (Fayette & Madison Counties)
07.2004 - 07.2016

Master of Science - Reading And Writing (all Grades)

Georgetown College

Elementary Education

Eastern Kentucky University

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