Profile of Tim Hanafy -
ABA, Autism, and Developmental Specialist
A dedicated Behavior Consultant with passion and understanding of children with behavioral issues, feeding concerns, and developmental delays. Qualifications and experience in Canada and Dubai have enabled implementation of behavior management strategies to suit the individual needs of each child.
14 years experience in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, and received training from Len Levin, Ph.D., BCBA-D.
Graduated with honors from the University of Toronto with a B.Sc. in Psychology and became a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society as a result of this achievement. Since receiving formal ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) training in 2003 has developed an insightful understanding of childhood development intervention with a special focus on ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorders). After receiving AEPS (Assessment, Evaluation and Programming System) certification in 2008, focused on training teachers, parents and caregivers to enhance a child's development within their natural environment.
As a Behavior Analyst working in Asia / middle-east for the past 20 years (in both private and governmental organizations), has created, implemented, monitored, and reviewed developmental intervention programs for children with special needs (especially those affected by ASD).
Key Intervention Roles:
· Behavioral/developmental/academic/feeding support in home/school/community
· Support for children with ASD, Language disorders, Developmental Delay, learning difficulties (including children affected by ADHD), and children with feeding issues
· IEP (Individualized Education Program) development, monitoring, and revision (based on the AEPS)
Proficiencies:
· Conducting seminars on ASD/behavioral therapy
· Dedicated to working with children that have special needs for the past fifteen years
· Strong background and certification in the AEPS (Assessment, Evaluation, and Programming System)
· Solid experience in assessment, IEP (Individualized Education Program) creation, delivery of program content (in both therapeutic and classroom setting), and monitoring of children’s progress
· Demonstrated ability in training, monitoring, and providing feedback to staff/parents/teachers/caregivers
· Specialist training in managing behavior (e.g. performing functional analysis of behavior), and knowledge of assessment tools such as the ABLLS (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills)
· Deeply committed to delivering quality instruction and care while achieving superior outcomes
14 years experience in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, and received training from Len Levin, Ph.D., BCBA-D.
Graduated with honors from the University of Toronto with a B.Sc. in Psychology and became a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society as a result of this achievement. Since receiving formal ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) training in 2003 has developed an insightful understanding of childhood development intervention with a special focus on ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorders). After receiving AEPS (Assessment, Evaluation and Programming System) certification in 2008, focused on training teachers, parents and caregivers to enhance a child's development within their natural environment.
As a Behavior Analyst working in Asia / middle-east for the past 20 years (in both private and governmental organizations), has created, implemented, monitored, and reviewed developmental intervention programs for children with special needs (especially those affected by ASD).
Key Intervention Roles:
· Behavioral/developmental/academic/feeding support in home/school/community
· Support for children with ASD, Language disorders, Developmental Delay, learning difficulties (including children affected by ADHD), and children with feeding issues
· IEP (Individualized Education Program) development, monitoring, and revision (based on the AEPS)
Proficiencies:
· Conducting seminars on ASD/behavioral therapy
· Dedicated to working with children that have special needs for the past fifteen years
· Strong background and certification in the AEPS (Assessment, Evaluation, and Programming System)
· Solid experience in assessment, IEP (Individualized Education Program) creation, delivery of program content (in both therapeutic and classroom setting), and monitoring of children’s progress
· Demonstrated ability in training, monitoring, and providing feedback to staff/parents/teachers/caregivers
· Specialist training in managing behavior (e.g. performing functional analysis of behavior), and knowledge of assessment tools such as the ABLLS (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills)
· Deeply committed to delivering quality instruction and care while achieving superior outcomes