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Almudena Apodaca

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Skilled special education paraprofessional with 4 years of experience supporting students with behavioral needs in diverse educational settings. Proven ability to de-escalate crises and enhance classroom management. Holds multiple certifications, including RBT and CPR, and excels in patient interaction and communication. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and promoting student success through tailored support and collaboration with educators.

Motivated paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Brookdale Senior Living
- Current
  • Take care of more than one residents. Assist with daily tasks clean

Behavior Technician

InBloom Autism Services
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2026 - 07.2026

A RBT that works with kids one on one. Able to read a BPI and implement lesson plans and interventions.

  • Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with autism.
  • Collected and documented client data during therapy sessions.
  • Collaborated with families to ensure consistency in behavioral strategies.
  • Assisted in developing individualized treatment goals for each client.
  • Engaged clients through play-based and structured activities.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions as needed.
  • Trained new staff on behavioral techniques and protocols.
  • Maintained a safe and supportive environment during sessions.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Pikes peak boces
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2024 - 04.2026
  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with disabilities.
  • Supported classroom management by monitoring student behavior and promoting engagement.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students during instructional activities and lessons.
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt learning materials for diverse learning needs.
  • Facilitated communication between students and teachers to enhance understanding of concepts.
  • Organized classroom resources and materials to create an effective learning environment.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve skills in special education support techniques.
  • Maintained confidentiality of student records and sensitive information at all times.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
  • Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.

Paraprofessional

Harrison High School
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Supported teachers with classroom management and lesson preparation tasks.
  • Assisted students with special needs during instructional activities.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers and parents regarding student progress.
  • Organized educational materials and resources for classroom use.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided guidance when necessary.
  • Collaborated with staff to implement individualized education plans.
  • Maintained a safe and welcoming classroom environment for students.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance support skills for diverse learners.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.

Caregiver

New Dawn Memory Care
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Help with seniors with dementia

Caregiver

New Dawn Memory Care
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2021 - 01.2022

Education

High school diploma -

Widefield High School

Skills

  • Basic math
  • Patient interaction
  • Account management
  • Classroom management
  • Personal assistant experience
  • Behavioral standards enforcement in schools
  • Classroom experience
  • Retail math
  • Cleaning
  • Caregiving
  • Communication skills
  • Classroom behavior management
  • Food handling
  • Teaching
  • Child & family services
  • Crisis management
  • Early childhood education
  • Data collection
  • Serving
  • Experience working with students
  • Organizational skills
  • Community resource coordination in health services
  • Social work
  • Writing skills
  • Guest services
  • Hospitality
  • Computer skills
  • Computer operation
  • Usability
  • Product demos
  • Leadership
  • Patient transport
  • Food service
  • Home health
  • Supervising experience
  • Assisted living
  • Conflict management
  • Aloha POS
  • Sales
  • Negotiation
  • Customer service
  • School policy and procedure enforcement
  • Driving
  • Hospice
  • Childcare
  • Typing
  • Bartending
  • Registered behavior technician experience
  • Patient monitoring
  • Phone etiquette
  • POS
  • Care plans
  • Decision making
  • Cash handling
  • Restaurant experience
  • Special education
  • Home Care
  • Behavior management
  • Individualized education plans
  • Data collection methods
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Client engagement techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication facilitation
  • Classroom organization
  • Emotional support provision
  • Professional development participation
  • Active listening
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem-solving approach
  • Time management
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • AED Certification, 08/01/27
  • First Aid Certification, 07/01/25 to 07/01/27
  • CPR Certification, 07/01/24 to 07/01/27
  • RBT Certification
  • Certified Home Health Aide
  • Substitute Teaching Certification
  • TIPS
  • ServSafe
  • Driver's License
  • Food Handler Certification
  • Confidential Clearance

Languages

English

Personal Information

English

Timeline

Behavior Technician

InBloom Autism Services
05.2026 - 07.2026

Special Education Paraprofessional

Pikes peak boces
08.2024 - 04.2026

Paraprofessional

Harrison High School
08.2021 - 12.2023

Caregiver

New Dawn Memory Care
06.2021 - 12.2022

Caregiver

New Dawn Memory Care
01.2021 - 01.2022

Caregiver

Brookdale Senior Living
- Current

High school diploma -

Widefield High School
Almudena Apodaca