samantha makaza
@samanthamakaza
Registered Behaviour Technician specializing in ABA for children and adolescents.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Registered Behaviour Technician with over 12 years of hands-on experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis, delivering individualized therapy for children and individuals with developmental, emotional, and intellectual disabilities.
I implement evidence-based interventions including PRT, PECS, Discrete Trial Training, PROMPT, and social skills training while maintaining detailed data using methods like partial interval recording and Chartlytics to track progress.
As a senior therapist and supervisor, I train and lead ABA teams, develop performance improvement strategies, conduct research for training sessions, and collaborate closely with Board-Certified Behaviour Analysts, parents, and school staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
I am compassionate, organized, and adaptive, with strengths in data collection and analysis, team leadership, training and development, and effective communication—focused on improving client outcomes and supporting team growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Registered Behaviour Technician
Newberry Park Special Education School
Jul 2012 - Present (13 years 2 months)
Implemented individualized ABA interventions (PRT, PECS, DTT) and maintained detailed data tracking to drive client progress across ages 2–21; supervised therapy team and developed performance improvement plans.
RBT Facilitator
Private Family & School-Based
Apr 2025 - Jul 2025 (3 months)
Provided one-on-one therapy and implemented behavior intervention and skill-acquisition programs in home and school settings, collaborating with parents and teachers and maintaining progress data to inform treatment.
Kumon Facilitator
Kumon Sandton Central
Jan 2011 - Jan 2019 (8 years)
Guided students through self-learning worksheets, assessed progress, adjusted study plans, and provided feedback and encouragement to improve motivation and outcomes.
Restaurant Assistant
Cafe Genesis
Jan 2010 - Jan 2011 (1 year)
Prepared food and beverage items for peak service, supported kitchen staff, managed inventory and shift schedules, and upheld safety and hygiene standards to improve operations.
Front Office Clerk
Elephant Lodge
Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 (1 year)
Managed guest arrivals, reservations and room assignments, answered inquiries, coordinated meeting room setup, and maintained inventory of vacancies to support guest services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ALAlison
Diploma, Special Needs
2024 - 2024
Completed a diploma in Special Needs on 19 October 2024 focusing on support strategies for learners with special needs.
Prospero Teaching
Certificate, Behaviour Management
2024 - 2024
Completed an Introduction to Behaviour Management course on 22 October 2024.
FTFlorida Institute of Technology
Continuing Education, Applied Behaviour Analysis
2023 - 2023
Began continuing education training on Practical Functional Assessment / Skill Based Treatment for Behavior Technicians (incomplete).
Paradigm Behaviour
Continuing Education, Verbal Behavior / Language Assessment
2022 - 2022
Undertook BEHP1026: Applications of Verbal Behavior and language assessment (incomplete).
BBBehaviour Analyst Certification Board
Continuing Education, Child Language Development
2021 - 2021
Completed continuing education on play ideas to increase a child's language opportunities.
Sensory Matters Occupational Therapists
Certification, Registered Behaviour Technician
2018 - 2018
Obtained the Registered Behaviour Technician certification and related training in sensory approaches.
Florida Institute of Technology
Continuing Education, Sensory Integration
2013 - 2013
Completed continuing education in introduction to sensory modalities and application of sensory diets and strategies.
IMInstitute of Commercial Management
Diploma, Tourism and Business Studies
2009 - 2009
Obtained a Diploma in Tourism and Business Studies with single-subject diplomas in Accounting, Business Management and Administration, and Tour Operations.
City Study Centre, Gweru
ICDL Certificate, Computer Literacy
2009 - 2009
Received the International Computer Driving Licence certificate.
IMInstitute of Commercial Management
Certificate / Single Subject Diplomas, Travel and Tourism
2007 - 2007
Obtained a Certificate in Travel and Tourism with single-subject diplomas covering retail travel operations and hospitality fundamentals.
Chaplin High School
High School Certificate, General Secondary Education
2004 - 2004
Completed secondary education and obtained the Zimbabwe High School Certificate in 2004.
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