This document contains a resume for Owen Hunter that outlines his skills, qualifications, experience, education, and awards. He has over 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs through various organizations. He has an Ontario Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences from Niagara College and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brock University. His experience includes positions with the District School Board of Niagara, Autism Ontario, YMCA of Niagara, Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services, and Brock University.

1. Owen
Hunter
Owen Hunter
807-378 Vine Street
St. Catharines, ON
L2M 7P1
(289)-968-6055
owen.t.hunter@gmail.com
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Skills and Qualifications
● Ontario Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural
Sciences
● Well-versed in ABA principles and techniques
● 10 years of experience working with and challenging individuals
with special needs of all ages through the District School Board
of Niagara, Autism Ontario, the YMCA of Niagara, Brock
University, and various municipal programs/organizations
● Passionate learner with a positive attitude
● Experience in working collaboratively with parents and team
members in providing effective services
● Ability to work effectively in a team setting
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
● Ability to present information sensitively and effectively
● Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Standard First Aid CPR
Level C certificates
● Valid Driver’s License
● Current Police Check
● Flexible hours
● Able toparticipate in scheduled team meetings and conferences
as required
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Experience DistrictSchoolBoardofNiagara /CasualEducationalAssistant
APRIL 2015 - PRESENT, NIAGARA REGION
● Work with a wide array of individuals with special needs in
multiple environments
● Follow policies, procedures, and programs implemented by staff
for each individual
● Responsible for the supervision and safety of students
● Assisted individuals in a wide variety of tasks with a focus on the
development of a particular skill (i.e. fine and gross motor)
● Lead and supported individuals in a supply position, helping them
to better better understand the students and the programs
provided to them.
Autism Ontario NiagaraChapter /ProgramStaff
MAY 2011 - APRIL 2016, ST. CATHARINES, ON
● Programs focused on teaching, developing, and improving social
and life skills for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
● Improved skills in adapting to better suit the needs of every
individual
● Collaborated with coworkers and parents to set challenging yet

2. attainable goals for individuals
YMCA ofNiagara /DirectorApprovedChild CarePractitioner
SEPTEMBER 2014 - APRIL 2015, ST. CATHARINES, ON
● Developed weekly Program Plans for students with a focus on
interests, education, and child development
● Responsible for the supervision and safety of participants in the
YMCA of Niagara Child Care Programs
● Maintained a safe, clean, and organized environment which
encouraged and fostered community, social interaction,
education, and child development
● Communicated with parents in a professional manner with detail
● Worked with coworkers to develop and implement strategies to
benefit participants
WoodviewMentalHealthandAutismServices / EpicWinPeer
Facilitator
2013- 2014
● Focused on individuals with Autism and several challenges
transitioning to adulthood including independence and forming
relationships
BrockUniversity/ SpecialNeeds ActivityProgramCoordinator
SEPTEMBER 2013-APRIL 2014
● Worked with a team of coordinators to train, supervise, and
guide volunteers as well as organize, plan, and promote the
Special Needs Activity Program
BrockUniversity/ AutismMovement CampWorker
AUGUST 2011-2013
● Created individualized daily lesson and physical program plans
with a focus on improving social, fine motor, and gross motor
skills as well as proprioception, and kinaesthetic awareness in a
variety of individuals
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Professional Development
Crisis Prevention Institute / Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Training
JUNE 2007 - PRESENT
● Instructed on effective communication skills and strategies in
reducing aggression, anxiety, and avoiding behavioural situations
with emphasis on physical restraints only to be used as a last
resort
Pyramid EducationalConsultantsofCanadaInc. / Picture
ExchangeCommunicationSystemLevel1 Training
MARCH 2013
● Instructed on methods which help build communication skills in
individuals with Autism and other challenges
Stacey Tessis, B.A., Adler Trained Coach / Strategies to Promote
Meaningful Communication Workshop
MARCH 2013
● Focused on strategiestoestablishandpromotemeaningful
and positivecommunicationwithAutisticindividuals

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Education
Autism Ontario NiagaraChapter/ProgramStaffTraining
JUNE 2011 - JUNE 2014
● Learned multiple strategies to plan and adjust activities to
challenge the individual, suit their needs, and keepthem engaged
NiagaraCollege/OntarioCollegeGraduateCertificateinAutism
and BehaviouralSciences
SEPTEMBER 2013 - APRIL 2014, WELLAND, ON
● Focused on autism and severaleffective methods of service
delivery. Learned about the principles and procedures related to
Applied Behaviour Analysis and Intensive Behavioural
Intervention such as cold probe data recording and
interobserver agreement
BrockUniversity/ BachelorofArts inGeneralStudies
SEPTEMBER 2009 - APRIL 2013, LOCATION
● Bachelor of Arts Degree with a focus on Psychology and various
special needs. Learned about the benefits of physical activity in
individuals with a variety of needs
Sheridan College/Diploma inGeneralArts andStudies University
Profile
SEPTEMBER 2007- APRIL 2009
● College Degree with a focus on preparing for University
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Awards
Sheridan Student Entrance Scholarship
2009
John Molson Scholarship
2009 - 2011
Autism Ontario Certificates of Volunteer Recognition
2013 - 2014
Niagara College Student Success Centre Certificate of
Appreciation
2014
References Available Upon Request