Behaviour Support Practitioner
Sydney, NSW

• Bachelor of Arts with Diploma of Education (Macquarie University, 2012)
• Master of Applied Behaviour Analysis (Monash University, Currently Enrolled)
• Member of Behaviour Support Practitioners Australia (BSPA)
• Professional Membership National Education Standards Authority (NESA)

Teresa has been an educator in Special Education since 2012. She has worked in schools in distinct settings including Youth Justice Settings and schools that cater for students with Emotional Disturbance and Behaviour Difficulties.Teresa has developed and taught mainstream and Life Skills curriculum and wellbeing programs with a Trauma Informed approach. Teresa also worked as Learning and Support Teacher supporting students transitioning from school to work or study.

Teresa is passionate about supporting students who are at risk of disengaging with their education and advocating for their educational needs. This has led Teresa to study a Master of Applied Behaviour Analysis as it will permit her to work closely with clients to tailor support plans to their needs so they may participate meaningfully in their education and develop social, emotional, and living skills for an independent life.