Hard Skills
AdvancedApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA)The application of behavioral principles to improve socially significant behaviors in individuals with autism, often through reinforcement strategies.
ExpertIndividualized Education Program (IEP) DevelopmentThe process of designing, writing, and monitoring legally mandated educational plans tailored to the specific needs of a student with a disability.
IntermediateAugmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)Proficiency in using tools such as PECS, speech-generating devices, and sign language to support students with limited verbal communication.
IntermediateCrisis Intervention and De-escalationTechniques used to recognize early signs of distress and intervene safely to prevent or manage physical outbursts or meltdowns.
IntermediateSensory Integration SupportIdentifying sensory processing needs and implementing environmental adjustments or tools to help students manage sensory input.
IntermediateData Collection and AnalysisSystematically recording behavioral and academic data to track progress and inform instructional adjustments.