Meghan Merrill
Visalia
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Behavior Technician with experience supporting students in grades TK–8 through evidence-based behavioral interventions. Skilled in implementing behavior support plans, de-escalation strategies, and data-driven approaches to promote positive student outcomes. Strong background in collaborating with teachers, counselors, and students to foster inclusive and emotionally supportive learning environments. Committed to student growth, safety, and success through patience, consistency, and trauma-informed care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychology Intern
Blue Oak Academy
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Worked with educational systems to provide services to students.
- Collaborated with School therapist and School Psychologist to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Intervened with students' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Delivered compassionate student care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Supported students confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Led peer support sessions focused on fostering emotional well-being and resilience among students.
- Provided on-call behavioral support across campus for students in Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Liberty Elementary
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Instructed children between ages four and six on mathematical basics.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
Education
Psychology
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2025
Skills
- Intervention planning
- Behavioral modifications
- Talk therapy
- Mental health awareness
- Coping skills development
- Group therapy facilitation
- Active listening
- Empathetic
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Psychology Intern
Blue Oak Academy
03.2025 - 05.2025
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Liberty Elementary
08.2014 - 04.2015
Psychology
Fresno Pacific University
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