Autism Consultant Resume
Children suffering with autism have to be cared in a special manner. When treating such children, it is necessary to understand emotional, psychological, and physical changes they are going through. Since parents do not have the qualification to understand what autistic children experience, hospitals and families seek expertise of autism consultants. These consultants are specialist in treating autistic patients and helping them in improving qualify of life by catering to their medical, social, and psychological needs.
To work as an autism consultant with children or adults, a bachelor's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Doctors applying for the job have to obtain a certification from the American Medical Autism Board are necessary. These two things with experience in treating autistic patients on a resume make easy for employers and families to select a candidate for the job.
Autism Consultant Resume Example
Jeffery L. Moore
1199 Wilkinson Street
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: 615-479-4803
Email: jlmoore@anymail.com
Career Objective:
To work as an autism consultant with “Blossom School” and assist parents, teachers, staffs, and students in educating students suffering with autism spectrum disorders.
Summary of Skills:
- Experience in analyzing the psychological conditions of students and planning therapy
- Experience in developing training programs for autistic children
- Comprehensive knowledge of the studying and development needs of autistic children
- Ability to coordinate with teachers, parents, students, and staff
- Remarkable verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in developing and implementing occupational therapy
Work Experience:
Autism Consultant
Tender Foot School, Nashville, TN
September 2013 - Present
- Assess psychological conditions of autistic children and develop individual education plan
- Provide support and guidance to teachers, parents, and staff in handling children with autism
- Develop unique learning program and evaluate progress of children
- Develop communication using signs, images, pictures, and gesture for training students
- Follow polices and procedures as dictated by education laws
- Analyze students' behavior and complete necessary reports
- Submit requisition form and obtain special learning materials
Autism Consultant
St. Peter's High School, Nashville, TN
May 2012 - August 2013
- Assessed and helped students in medical, social, and psychological needs
- Attended staff meetings and provide input in collecting learning materials and initiating programs
- Developed physical routine exercise for children and ensure their participation
- Assisted children with autism in developing creativity by engaging them in painting and craft work
- Provided guidance to parents in dealing with the emotional needs of children
- Paid personal attention to children with special needs and monitored their progress
- Arranged outdoor trips and ensured enjoyment and safety of children
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis
Nashville University, Nashville, TN
2010
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Certified Special Education Teacher
Nashville University, Nashville, TN
2011
Reference:
On request.
