Disability and Autism Services of Indiana2011-2012



LEIGH ANN HOFFACKER M.A., BCBAEDUCATIONBall State UniversityDec. 2011M.A. Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate in AutismPurdue University; West Lafayette, IndianaB.A. PsychologyMay 1986Minor Child DevelopmentCERTIFICATIONBoard Certified Behavior AnalystJan. 2012 Certification # 1-12-10438Board Certified SupervisorPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEMonroe County Community School CorporationBehavior Specialist2012-CurrentOversight of Behavior Interventionsand staff training for 18 Community Based ClassroomsConduct Functional Behavior AssessmentsConduct observations and provide consultations regarding students with significant behavioral challenges in inclusion and self-contained classroom settingsDevelop Behavior Intervention Plans for students with significant behavioral challenges such as Aggression, SIBs and ElopingData collection and analysisCreate individualized data collection formsConduct fidelity of implementation observations to insure integrity of interventionsActive participant in Case ConferencesCollaborate with local ABA AgenciesCertified Instructor of Nonviolent Crisis InterventionPracticum supervision provided by Stephen Buckman, BCBA2010 -2011Supervisor: Kathleen Hugo, Ph.D.Disability and Autism Services of Indiana2011-2012Supervised ABA Program Managers throughout the state of IndianaSupervised Direct Instruction 1:1 Therapist for ABA ProgramsAnalyzed VB-MAPP data and developed programs for learnersConducted Functional AnalysesAnalyzed behavioral data for programmingDeveloped Behavior Intervention PlansProvided parent training as part of learner support and programmingBrown County Humane SocietySPOT Program Manager2010-2012Developed a successful county wide outreachprogram still in use today - S.P.O.T. (Serving Pets Outreach Team)Conducted nationwide research of outreach program modelsSecured initial grant funds for program start upConducted informal needs assessmentsDesigned outreach programThis program has been sustainable and is responsible for reducing pet overpopulation, resulting in an intake reduction of over 63 %The SPOT model is currently being presented at national conferences throughout the countryMonroe County Community School CorporationCommunity Based Para-Professional2005-2010Direct instruction for children with developmental disabilitiesDiscrete TrialPivotal Response TrainingPECSTEACCHABA based methods of Direct InstructionGeneralizing skills across settings1:1 Para for K-2 student who successfully transitioned to an inclusion setting beginning in 3rd gradePROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTInstructional Program SupportSTAR (Strategies for Teaching based on Autism Research)Provide program support for Community Based teachers and staffVB-MAPPConduct assessments and create programmingSocial Thinking by Michelle Garcia WinnerProvide program support for Community Based and Inclusion teachers and staffAutism Training Solutions (online program)Support staff with RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) CertificationProvide training, materials and support for staffPREVIOUS EXPERIENCEAssistance Dog Training1992-2001Paws With A Cause (then largest provider of Assistance Dogs in the U.S.)Regional Manager for IN, OH and Northern KYTraining of Service and Signal DogsNeeds Assessments for applicantsTemperament testing and dog selection for training purposesManagement and training of field trainersManagement and training for foster puppiesSupervision of Service Dog CertificationCoordinating and scheduling presentationsEducational presentations for large and small groupsDedicated to Dogs (Private dog training business solely owned and operated)Private in-home instruction for owners of dogs with behavior problemExotic Animal Training and Handling 1979-1992Cincinnati Zoo, Marine World Africa USA, Columbian Park ZooHead Marine Mammal Trainer - dolphins sea lions and walrusStress reducing behavior modification for captive animalsHusbandry behavior training (cooperating for medical exams, ultrasounds, sample collections etc.)Educational presentations and interviews for schools, universities, radio and television stationsHand raising and rehabilitation of orphaned and injured wildlife ................
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