Saba Salek
Sterling
Summary
Dedicated Registered Behavior Technician with expertise in data collection, individualized behavior interventions, and family education. Committed to fostering client engagement and promoting positive behavior through effective reinforcement strategies. Results-driven Registered Behavior Technician known for strong client engagement and positive reinforcement strategies. Experienced in developing individualized interventions and supporting clients in social skills enhancement, dedicated to fostering meaningful progress. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School of Reston
Reston
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool students.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment for children.
- Implemented creative activities to promote social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support child development goals.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Registered Behavior Technician
Attain ABA therapy
Ashburn
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted in data collection to track client progress and behavior changes.
- Implemented individualized behavior interventions for clients under supervision.
- Educated families on behavior management techniques and strategies.
- Utilized reinforcement strategies to encourage positive behavior in clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client sessions and behavioral data.
- Supported clients in developing social skills through structured activities and play.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors for students while providing feedback when necessary.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
La Petite Academy Inc.
Ashburn
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing daily lesson activities.
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and behavior.
- Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
- Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, parent-teacher conferences and keeping classroom clean with diligent attention to each support task.
Dental Assistant
Superkids Pediatric Dentistry
Sterling
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared treatment rooms for pediatric dental procedures and ensured cleanliness.
- Assisted dentists during examinations and various dental procedures with precision.
- Educated parents on proper oral hygiene practices for children and preventive care.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Scheduled appointments while ensuring minimal wait times for patients and families.
- Provided compassionate support to young patients, easing dental anxiety effectively.
- Collaborated with the dental team to enhance workflow and patient experience smoothly.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Karter School
Sterling
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing daily lesson activities.
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Supported students with individual learning needs through personalized attention.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
- Organized educational materials and resources for various activities.
- Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Primrose School of Moorefield Station
Ashburn
10.2014 - 08.2019
- Designed engaging lesson plans for infants to foster early development.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities to enhance cognitive and motor skills.
- Monitored daily progress and behavior of infants during structured playtime.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for infants at all times.
- Conducted regular assessments to track developmental milestones of infants.
- Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
- Assisted with diaper changes and assisted children with toileting needs when necessary.
- Incorporated music into everyday routines to promote creativity and motor development.
- Encouraged self-help skills such as feeding, dressing, potty training.
- Assisted chefs in preparing ingredients and maintaining kitchen organization.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen area.
- Prepared salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and other menu items as instructed by Chef.
- Prepared salads and meats according to recipes, chopping, and storing items for later use.
Education
Dental Assisting
Lord Fairfax Community College
Middletown, VA05-2021
High School Diploma -
Dominion High School
Sterling08-2008
Skills
- Data collection
- Behavior intervention
- Family education
- Behavioral documentation
- Social skills development
- Client engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Prompting strategies
- Token economy systems
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Attain ABA therapy
06.2025 - 06.2026
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School of Reston
08.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
La Petite Academy Inc.
08.2023 - 07.2024
Dental Assistant
Superkids Pediatric Dentistry
06.2023 - 05.2024
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Karter School
08.2019 - 01.2021
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Primrose School of Moorefield Station
10.2014 - 08.2019
Dental Assisting
Lord Fairfax Community College
High School Diploma -
Dominion High School