1. 51542 Willow Springs Dr., Macomb MI, 48042
T: (586) 854-0664 E-mail: fortinta@msu.edu
TAYLOR FORTIN
OBJECTIVES/GOALS
Desire for a career in the field of psychology, behavior analysis, childcare and
development, therapy and rehabilitation counseling.
Aim to provide Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy to children with special needs,
mainly on the autism spectrum
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Highly attentive to detail
Ability to multitask
Strong interpersonal skills
Responsible, respectful and organized
Quick learner and easily adaptable
Time-oriented
Hardworking, ambitious, and diligent
Highly motivated
Able to work in groups and
independently
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI August 2012-
May 2016
o Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology
o Minor in Health Promotions
o G.P.A. 3.49
o Dean’s list throughout all eight semesters of attendance
Dakota High School, Macomb, MI 2008
- 2012
o Graduated Magna Cum Laude, June 2012
o National Honor Society
o Key Club for Community Service
o Honor Roll Student all four years; 3.79 GPA at Graduation
EMPLOYMENT
AUTISM HOME SUPPORT SERVICES (AHSS) MAY 2016
Care Team Member (CTM)
Provide applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism
Therapy is provided in home
Have worked with children of different ages
Clients range in severity based on the Autism Spectrum
Assist Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) in intervention programs and planning
Carry out behavior plans and programs with child undergoing therapy
Identify problem behaviors and functions of behavior
2. 51542 Willow Springs Dr., Macomb MI, 48042
T: (586) 854-0664 E-mail: fortinta@msu.edu
Observe and record behavioral data during sessions
Visualize/Analyze data in forms of graphs, charts, etc.
CARSON’S 2010 -
2016
MACOMB, MI
Became experienced and comfortable dealing and engaging with people
Customer and guest services
Ability to train new people on the job
Cashier duties as well as fulfilling needs of customers and management
BABYSITTER/CARETAKER 2008 -
2016
MACOMB, MI; EAST LANSING, MI
Ability to work with children of all ages
Ability to work with children with special needs or disabilities
Strengthening of communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
Comfortable with children of all ages as well as parents and other adults
Skilled in teaching children material/Tutoring
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER WORK
Member, Pre-Professional Society at Michigan State University
2012 - 2016
Member, MSU Future Alumni Association 2012 -
2016
Volunteer, MSU Food Bank, Olin Health Center
2012 – 2016
Volunteer, Various nursing homes and special needs homes
2009 - 2016