Sherry Spencer, M.A., BCBA

Sherry Spencer, M.A., BCBA

Clinical Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Founder and CEO at Coastal Learning & Behavioral Services, Inc.

  • Education

    • University of Maryland Baltimore County

      2001 - 2003
      Master of Arts (M.A.) Human Services - Applied Behavior Analysis
    • University of Florida

      1997 - 2001
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Psychology
    • University of Florida

      1997 - 2001
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Sociology
  • Experience

    • Kennedy Krieger Institute

      Jul 2001 - Jul 2003
      Clinical Specialist

      *Assist in the development and evaluation of individual assessment and treatment plans for children with developmental disabilities and severe behavior disorders*Manage individual cases by conducting sessions, collecting data, and developing, implementing, and reviewing behavior protocols*Train parents and other essential staff in the correct implementation of treatment protocols and appropriate data collection *Training new clinical staff in behavioral protocols*Maintain interdisciplinary contact*Complete appropriate case documentation, including progress notes and data analysis with graphing. *Present up-to-date case related information to a group consisting of peers and supervisors*Attend and participate in state and national conferences Show less

    • Quality Behavioral Outcomes

      Aug 2003 - Jul 2005
      Behavior Consultant

      *Provide school and home-based consultation through partnering with educational staff, parents, and district personnel **Consultation services included: the provision of education and training in Behavior Analysis, with an emphasis on positive behavior management techniques, conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, developing Positive Behavior Support plans, and developing IEP goals *Conduct staff and parent training on positive behavior management techniques and data collection *Assist in the development of social skills through small group instruction and adult facilitation in natural settings*Evaluate autistic preschoolers using the Assessment of Basic Language and Learner Skills (ABLLS)*Develop curriculum for and content of early childhood programs that focus on communication, daily living skills, social skills, and academic readiness skills*Supervision and training of classroom and home-based staff members, on implementing Verbal Behavior, Discrete Trial Training, Incidental Teaching, and facilitated play components of educational programming*Deliver staff development workshops covering topics ranging from identification of behavioral function to the various teaching methodologies used in a preschool classroom*Develop early childhood assessment and intervention reference manuals, as well as social validity measures related to the delivery of services Show less

    • Trumpet Behavioral Health

      Aug 2005 - Aug 2013
      Senior Clinician

      *Oversee the development and implementation of instructional programming and behavior intervention plans for children on the autism spectrum *Provide ongoing staff training and support for all team members*Evaluate programs to ensure that the child's educational/functional needs are met*Conduct on-site supervision for each Clinician, to provide feedback, programming advice, and to ensure quality instruction for all students*Conduct intake and initial assessments for incoming clients*Oversee and edit assessment and program update reports for Clinicians in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies*Meet with Clinicians on a consistent basis to provide support and feedback on program development, collaboration with parents and educational staff, and the development and monitoring of goals and objectives*Provide ongoing supervision for BCBA candidates Show less

    • Avita Nova Academy

      Sept 2013 - Apr 2015
      Clinical Director of Northern California
    • Coastal Learning & Behavioral Services, Inc.

      Apr 2015 - now
      Founder and CEO

      Comprehensive behavioral and educational services based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

      Behavior Analyst Certification Board
      Jun 2004
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Foster Parent

      Issued by San Francisco SPCA on Aug 2010
      San Francisco SPCAAssociated with Sherry Spencer, M.A., BCBA
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco on Jan 2013
      Habitat for Humanity Greater San FranciscoAssociated with Sherry Spencer, M.A., BCBA