Alexander Duran
Santa Paula,USA
Summary
Recent completion of Residential Electrician Program at Simi Institute for Careers & Education (02/2026), Currently a Transit Bus Operator with Class B commercial license. 10 years of Public Speaker Experience. 15 + years of experience in healthcare industry working with special need population, Mental health experience. ABA Experience and Para Educator, CPI Certified as well as DSP 2 Certification, CNA experience, experience as para educator, 20 + years in fitness industry, sales, personal training, nutrition, customer relations and support Degree on Behavior science and bilingual. Completed course work in Register Nursing, Biology and Biotechnology as well as Psychology, Criminal Justice and completion of Police and Sheriff Reserve Academy Willing to relocate to: Ventura County, CA Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transit Operator
Gold Coast Transit
Oxnard, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Operated transit vehicles safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Coordinated schedules to optimize service delivery and minimize delays.
- Monitored passenger safety and enforced compliance with regulations.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure operational readiness.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among fellow Transit Operators and support staff.
- Coordinated with other transportation providers as needed to facilitate seamless connections between services for passengers'' convenience.
- Completed required paperwork, including timesheets, incident reports, and maintenance logs to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry regulations and best practices for safe transit operations.
- Adhered to FCC regulations when operating streetcar communication systems to announce stops and special circumstances to riders.
Respite Care Provider/Direct Support Professional
360 Behavioral Health
Oxnard, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with behavioral health needs.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client assessments and family input.
- Monitored client progress, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Para Educator
Amergis
San Luis Obispo, CA
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Working with special need students in a classroom setting, ages 18-20yrs
- Assisted in the development of individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
- Encouraged student independence by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering personal responsibility for learning outcomes.
Direct Support Professional
IABA
Camarillo, CA
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Daily activities of living, assisting clients to be independent
- managing clients in the range of 21-86 years of age
Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP)
People's Care
Fillmore, CA
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Direct Support Professional 03/2020 to Present People's Care Fillmore Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being. Administered medication as directed by physician. Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment. Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness. Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters. Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Fitness Specialist
10.1997 - 12.2022
- Over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. Consultant, Sales, nutrition and strength training specialist, etc.
Logistics support
Jim Johnson Golf Company
Maryville, TN
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Safety and efficiency, handled supply and equipment or material, eliminated downtime and maximize revenue by providing top project quality control, mentored new employees by providing guidance on safety and proper techniques
Direct Support Professional
Assisted Home Health & Hospice
Santa Barbara, CA
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Working with population on home health care and hospice, patient assessments, activity of daily living, patient comfort and support with terminal clients.
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Goleta, CA
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Direct assistance to elderly and special needs adults with disabilities, clients errands, appointments, counseling as needed, chores in the home, shopping, cooking.
Life and Health Insurance Agent
World Financial Group
Oxnard, CA
05.2015 - 06.2019
- Direct sales, lead generation and follow up, customer services, ambassador and public speaking
Sales Associate and personal training
Ventura County, CA
08.2000 - 07.2009
- Sales and training, including nutritional program, cardiovascular, holistic care
Education
Residential Electrician With Workforce Developemen - Electricity
Simi Institute For Career And Education
Simi Valley02-2026
Associate - Social and Behavioral Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CA08-2015
Associate - Biotechnology
Ventura College
Ventura, CA08-2015
Associate - Natural Science and Humanities
Ventura College
Ventura, CA08-2015
Associate - General education
Ventura College
05-2006
Associate - Bilingual Cross Culture
Ventura College
Ventura, CA05-2005
Associate - General arts and science
Ventura College
Ventura, CA05-2002
Skills
Typing
- Supervising experience
- Customer Service (10 years)
- Disability
- Spanish speaker
- Microsoft Office (5 years)
- Medication Administration
- Adaptable to change
- Traffic regulations compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Microsoft office 365
- Computer proficiency and Microsoft office
Accomplishments
Team Player
Certification
- Commercial CDL Class B + endorsement
- Driver's license
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
- CPI Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Transit Operator
Gold Coast Transit
11.2025 - Current
Para Educator
Amergis
08.2024 - 01.2025
Respite Care Provider/Direct Support Professional
360 Behavioral Health
03.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
IABA
10.2023 - 03.2024
Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP)
People's Care
03.2021 - 09.2023
Logistics support
Jim Johnson Golf Company
07.2019 - 12.2019
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
08.2018 - 07.2019
Direct Support Professional
Assisted Home Health & Hospice
02.2018 - 08.2019
Life and Health Insurance Agent
World Financial Group
05.2015 - 06.2019
Sales Associate and personal training
08.2000 - 07.2009
Fitness Specialist
10.1997 - 12.2022
Associate - Biotechnology
Ventura College
Associate - Natural Science and Humanities
Ventura College
Associate - General education
Ventura College
Associate - General arts and science
Ventura College
Residential Electrician With Workforce Developemen - Electricity
Simi Institute For Career And Education
Associate - Social and Behavioral Sciences
Ventura College
Associate - Bilingual Cross Culture
Ventura College
Additional Information
7 years experience in events organizations including profit and nonprofit, spokesperson and innovator