Alexandra Guerra
Brownsville,United States
Summary
Passionate RBT with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges and continuously learn from trainings, courses to webinars. Strong worth ethic, highly creative, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
AB Solutions
San Antonio, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives and successfully .
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Instructed staff members on how to implement behavioral interventions and utilize positive reinforcement strategies effectively.
- Administered assessments such as the ABLLS-R, VB MAPP, AFLS.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Participated on the job role of recruiting new clients and new employees while assisting in-person events throughout the city such as job fairs and autism based events.
- Taught clients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Conducted intake interviews with new employees for the onboarding process and gave training as needed.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments to identify target behaviors and develop strategies for reduction and elimination.
Special Education Co-Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in monitoring and evaluating student progress through data collection, assessment of academic performance, and observation.
- Supported students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) by providing accommodations, modifications, and specialized instruction tailored to their unique learning needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction and provided targeted interventions to promote academic growth and skill development in areas such as reading, writing, math, and social-emotional learning.
- Implemented behavior management techniques and positive reinforcement strategies to create a supportive and structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Communicated regularly with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, address concerns, and collaborate on strategies to support learning at home.
- Participated in career fairs, networking events, and campus recruitment activities to promote employer brand and attract top talent.
- Participated in professional development opportunities and team meetings to enhance knowledge of special education practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of instructional practices and student outcomes.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop Individualized Education Programs for students with disabilities.
Registered Behavior Technician
Stable Life Concepts
San Antonio, TX
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Innovations
San Antonio, TX
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Trained and obtain my certification of RBT during the initiation in this job and field.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with management and specialists to strategize program improvements.
- Instructed new employees on protocols and trained them to the RBT standards.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
- Learned all the skills during extensive training through the first months of the job.
- Participated on job fair events to recruit new employees and clients for our centers.
Program Trainer Assistant
Caring Palms Care Center
Brownsville, TX
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented training programs to meet organizational objectives.
- Worked with adults with all sorts of mental disabilities and created programs for their individual independent life skills.
- Conducted post-training assessments to determine whether learning goals were met.
- Conducted classroom-based, virtual and on-the-job trainings for employees.
- Collaborated with other departments in order to ensure that new hires receive adequate onboarding instruction.
- Identified areas of improvement in current training practices by analyzing performance data from surveys and tests.
- Adapted teaching strategies according to learners' abilities with mental disabilities, interests and backgrounds.
- Recommended appropriate learning solutions based on individual needs assessment results.
- Supervised classroom during training delivery to determine if case managers followed guidelines and fulfilled necessary requirements of course objectives with patients and clients in the clinic.
- Organized events such as conferences, seminars or webinars related to professional development topics.
Bookstore Sales Associate
Saint Mary's University
San Antonio, TX
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Greeted customers, answered inquiries and provided assistance with locating items.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in managing inventory by stocking shelves, organizing displays and maintaining backroom storage areas.
- Provided customer service through efficient problem solving techniques.
- Assisted in the development of marketing strategies for new product lines.
- Assisted in training new employees on store policies, procedures, operations, products and services.
- Assisted with scheduling interviews between hiring managers and qualified candidates.
- Attended job fairs, networking events, and other industry related functions.
Pet and Seed Store Assistant Manager
Southmost Farms
Brownsville, TX
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Worked at a pet and seed store where customer support was provided to match needed products for pet and farm animals.
- Provided guidance on product use, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Applied vaccines and dewormers to dogs that came for their monthly medical evaluations.
- Managed marketing and over the phone sales to expand business to other cities in the Rio Grand Valley.
- Successfully let the business be known by other cities around and for people to come and buy feeding and medicinal animal products from pets to farm animals.
- Recruited and trained team members to work for the company and have a successful knowledge of every item and their purpose.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments by comparing contents against invoices and purchase orders.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
- Used knowledge of store items to advise or make product recommendations to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. Mary's University
San Antonio, TX12-2018
Skills
- Bilingual- English, Spanish
- Excellent communication skills
- Classroom, office, and clinic experience
- Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint proficient
- 1 to 1 and Group Instruction
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Social Skills Development
- Self-Motivated Work Ethic
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Interpersonal Skills
- Training and Onboarding
- Recruitment
- Office and Staff Management
- Excellent Communication and Feedback searcher
- Analytical Skills
- Social Media Monitoring
Affiliations
- Foodie at heart
- Love to support local shops and restaurants
- Animal enthusiast
- Highly creative
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary
Accomplishments
- People to People Leadership Program to Australia and New Zealand
- Therapist of the year 2018, 2021
Certification
- RBT Certification
Timeline
Special Education Co-Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
AB Solutions
08.2019 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Stable Life Concepts
05.2019 - 08.2019
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Innovations
03.2016 - 05.2019
Program Trainer Assistant
Caring Palms Care Center
06.2014 - 08.2015
Bookstore Sales Associate
Saint Mary's University
08.2013 - 05.2014
Pet and Seed Store Assistant Manager
Southmost Farms
05.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. Mary's University
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