Jacqueline Stone

Experience

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  Trillium Health Partners - Preschool Autism Services

  Apr 2001 - Aug 2003

  Instructor Therapist

  • Delivered Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) to preschool children on the Autism Spectrum• Implemented programs using Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) techniques• Monitored clients’ progress through data collection and anecdotal notes• Facilitated communication through meetings with staff, families, and other specialists • Demonstrated patience and flexibility when modifying programs or implementing behavioural management techniques for children with aggressive behaviours• Implemented alternative methods of communications for nonverbal children• Presented workshops on IBI and Supported Inclusion at the Child Development Resource Connection of Peel (CDRCP) Show less

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  West Oak Public School, Falgarwood Public School, Terry Fox Public School

  Nov 2003 - Apr 2004

  Student Teacher

  • Created and taught lessons using a variety of methods of instruction such as, brainstorming, cooperative group learning, and hands-on activities that incorporated different learning styles• Taught Math, Social Studies, Science, Drama, Visual Arts, Physical Education, and Music• Conferred with students during novel studies and recorded anecdotal notes• Provided guidance to students in the homework club offered at break times• Lead calendar and circle time activities• Designed centers for language and math tasks• Engaged students with a Summative Math Assessment Task while integrating expectations from other curriculum areas• Supervised and participated in the design of Quality Daily Fitness (QDF) routines• Arranged to have a police officer visit the class and discuss safety• Prepared report cards using FileMaker Pro Show less

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  Fernhill School, Cedar Grove School, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, Durham DSB

  May 2004 - May 2005

  Occasional Teacher

  • Adapted my teaching style to address varying needs of students and classrooms (JK to Gr10)• Followed lessons plans and schedules• Worked collaboratively with educational assistants and staff in the school• Maintained structure and utilized classroom management techniques• Taught all subject areas including phys-ed, visual arts, social studies, and science

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  ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development

  May 2005 - Aug 2009

  Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant

  • Consulted with educators and other professionals on best practices and evidence based strategies (i.e. Applied Behaviour Analysis) to effectively support students with ASD in their classroom• Developed and presented training workshops and coaching to large and small groups of educators (teachers, educational assistants, resource teachers, principals, speech and language pathologists)• Identified and created a wide range of resource materials for educators (visual supports for the classroom, calendars, first-then boards, token boards, visual checklists, social stories) and mentored educators on how to use them• Created an extensive curriculum on how to teach personal hygiene to people on the spectrum or others with disabilities including lessons and visuals • Trained educators on the use of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) for students who were non-verbal• Facilitated summer ‘make n’ take’ workshops where I trained participants on various supports and then provided them the opportunity and supplies to make personalized supports• Worked in collaboration with other specialists including school board Speech and Language Pathologists, and members of the ASD team at Dufferin Peel District School Board and Halton District district School Board Show less

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  Stepping Stones Before & After School Care

  Sept 2013 - Jun 2019

  Owner and Operator of Childcare Business

  • Provided childcare for children from Kindergarten to Grade six• Focused on outdoor, explorative, creative opportunities every day• Planned and implemented structured activities• Maintained a safe, fun, nurturing environment• Provided a variety of nutritious snacks• Walked children to and from school and the public library• Prepared detailed contracts and issued tax receipts each year• Maintained open, friendly, professional communication with families• Continued due diligence and parental confidence by keeping a current Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector screening and Emergency First Aid & CPR Show less

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  Alton Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic

  Oct 2020 - now

  Clinic Administrator

  • Serve as the initial point of contact for clients by receiving incoming calls, texts, emails or in person queries• Effectively gather information in a professional and timely manner ensuring clients feel supported and valued• Engage with Halton community members of all ages who come from various backgrounds, abilities, cultures and experiences• Schedule appointments for a multi-disciplinary team of 10 providers• Upload intake forms into Practice Perfect software• Complete paperwork for WSIB claims, Motor Vehicle Accidents and direct billing • Ensure client confidentiality and security of information• Complete daily financial settlement reports and payment journal reports for direct deposits• Provide support to therapists as required Show less