Megan Shaw
Ware
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) with experience across home, school, and community settings providing individualized, function-based ABA services. Skilled in comprehensive assessment, data-driven treatment planning, and caregiver training, with expertise in supporting individuals with social-emotional needs, adaptive skill deficits, and high-intensity behaviors including aggression and self-injury. Experienced in crisis intervention, multidisciplinary collaboration, and participation in IEP processes. Committed to delivering socially valid interventions that promote independence, emotional regulation, and meaningful quality-of-life outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician / IHBS Clinician
Northeast Family Services
Worcester, MA
09.2023 - Current
- Completed supervised fieldwork leading to BCBA certification, with intensive training in assessment, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments including Vineland, ABLLS-R, AFLS, and FAST to inform individualized, function-based interventions.
- Developed, wrote, and modified treatment plans and skill acquisition programs based on ongoing data analysis and clinical judgement.
- Provided intensive caregiver training focused on de-escalation strategies, functional communication, and implementation of behavior reduction protocols.
- Supported families in managing high-intensity behaviors, including aggression and self-injurious behavior, through proactive and reactive strategies.
- Participated in IEP meetings to support educational planning and ensure consistency across school and home environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and align treatment goals.
- Responded to crisis situations and implemented de-escalation techniques for high-frequency and high-severity behaviors.
Behavior Technician
Teach Us, LLC
Hubbardston, MA
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Implemented individualized ABA programs targeting social-emotional, communication, and adaptive skills development
- Facilitated and supported social skills groups, prompting client through peer interactions, conversation skills, and cooperative play.
- Emphasized development of social-emotional learning skills, including perspective-taking, emotional regulation, and appropriate social responding.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition programs with fidelity under BCBA supervision.
- Collected and recorded behavioral data to monitor progress and inform treatment adjustments.
- Supported clients in generalizing skills across home, school, and environments
Behavior Technician
Autism Learning Partners
Holyoke, MA
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Completed foundational training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), developing strong understanding of core principles, behavioral concepts, and intervention strategies
- Implemented intensive discrete trial training (DTT) programs targeting early learning, communication, and adaptive skills
- Provided early intervention services to young children, including programming for emergent language and vocal learners
- Implemented toileting programs and other adaptive living skill interventions
- Supported use of AAC/communication devices to promote functional communication
- Worked with clients exhibiting high-intensity behaviors, including self-injurious behavior, utilizing de-escalation and safety procedures
- Collected and recorded behavioral data to monitor progress and inform clinical decisions
- Collaborated closely with supervising BCBAs to implement behavior intervention plans and adjust programming based on data review
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2024
Graduate Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Communication And Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA02-2022
Skills
- Clinical and assessment skills
- Data collection and analysis
- Behavior intervention and crisis management
- Caregiver and family training
- Supervision and leadership
- Collaboration and systems work
- Skill acquisition and programming
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst
Timeline
Behavior Technician / IHBS Clinician
Northeast Family Services
09.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
Teach Us, LLC
10.2021 - 08.2023
Behavior Technician
Autism Learning Partners
01.2019 - 10.2021
Master of Science - Special Education
Pennsylvania State University
Graduate Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Communication And Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst