ALMINA BENIPAYO
San Ramon,CA
Summary
- Action-driven professional with expertise in developing tailored programs for individuals with disabilities.
- Strong communication skills enhance collaboration with families and teams to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Extensive knowledge of IDEA law and IEP processes ensures compliance and effective support.
- Committed to fostering inclusive environments that promote personal growth and development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Transition Specialist
Fremont Unified School District
Fremont, California
03.2023 - Current
- Administered vocational assessments and work experience programs for high school students with IEPs.
- Evaluated student performance to identify areas needing targeted support.
- Maintained work experience participants' attendance records for wage payments and reports.
- Prepared monthly written progress reports for the Department of Rehabilitation to track student development.
- Advocated for students for ongoing support to improve job retention, various employment access, or paid internship training availability.
- Ensured confidentiality of participant information in compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with educators, parents, and community partners to ensure effective transition services tailored to each student's needs.
- Assessed student strengths and areas for improvement to guide the development of personalized transition goals.
- Conducted workshops for parents and students on the transition process, providing resources and strategies for success.
- Implemented training sessions for staff on best practices for supporting students with disabilities during transitions.
- Facilitated student involvement in the transition planning process to promote self-advocacy and independence.
- Advocated for students in individualized education plan (IEP) meetings to ensure their transition needs were addressed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of transition plans and progress reports, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
- Identified and connected students with vocational training opportunities aligned with their interests and skills.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed about best practices in transition planning and services.
ABA Behavior Therapist
Heart To Heart, A.B.A.
San Jose, CA
05.2020 - Current
- Delivered individualized treatment for children with Autism spectrum disorders using Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
- Performed behavioral interventions to enhance communication, social, and daily living skills.
- Assisted caregivers and educators in implementing A.B.A. programming and counseling techniques.
- Maintained and analyzed data collected during student sessions to track progress.
- Submitted daily treatment logs and timely written and verbal progress reports.
- Collaborated with families and BCBAs to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Communicated with health insurance case managers regarding client needs and service re-authorization.
- Reconciled insurance claims, followed up on payments, and filed appeals for unpaid claims.
A.B.A. Case Supervisor
Sunshine Special Education Services
San Jose, CA
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supervised and trained behavior technicians in A.B.A. techniques and Implementation of BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan), data collection, and accurate documentation and analysis of data acquired during therapy session(s).
- Trained parents in behavioral modification program of clients in multiple settings such as home, school, community.
- Trained parents on behavioral modification programs across home, school, and community settings.
Behavior Therapist
Uplift Family Services
Campbell, CA
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Provided consult and direct services to students using Behavior Skills Training (BST) model.
- Integrated BST model to student's learning environment such as school and home program.
- Developed visual materials necessary to assist and support student in order to increase verbal communication and learning.
- Worked with parents by coaching them on strategies to manage behavioral challenges and positive reinforcements.
- Assisted supervisor with progress notes and report writing (FBA, BIP).
Behavior Therapist
ALLEN (Autism Living Leisure Education & Nurturing)
San Jose, CA
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Implemented individualized behavior supports, including intervention plans and social skills development.
- Facilitated student transitions to general education classrooms using inclusion support strategies.
- Trained general and special education teachers on Autism and effective intervention techniques.
- Delivered tailored instructional modifications and accommodations to enhance academic learning.
- Provided weekly progress updates to behavior consultants and teaching staff.
Program Counselor
AchieveKids
San Jose, CA
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Supported diverse student age groups in classroom and community settings to enhance academic and daily living skills.
- Identified treatment goals and objectives based on individual diagnoses and histories.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to create individualized treatment interventions.
- Recorded and analyzed ABC data for presentations at AchieveKids Board Certified Behavior Analyst Director meetings.
- Modeled functional daily living skills, such as cooking, grocery shopping, and gardening, for students.
- Coached post-high school students in fulfilling workability program assignments effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Human Resource Management
San Jose State University
San Jose, CACommunicative Science & Disorders -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CAGraduate Program - Speech Language Pathology
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- Rapport building
- Intake assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Progress documentation
- Crisis management
- Growth mindset leadership
- Behavior observation
- Active listening
- Motivation and encouragement
- Individual education plans
- Clerical functions
- Data analysis
- Behavioral support plans
- Social skills development
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Fluent bilingual speaker - Tagalog/English
Timeline
Employment Transition Specialist
Fremont Unified School District
03.2023 - Current
ABA Behavior Therapist
Heart To Heart, A.B.A.
05.2020 - Current
A.B.A. Case Supervisor
Sunshine Special Education Services
09.2019 - 03.2020
Behavior Therapist
Uplift Family Services
01.2019 - 09.2019
Behavior Therapist
ALLEN (Autism Living Leisure Education & Nurturing)
08.2018 - 01.2019
Program Counselor
AchieveKids
10.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Human Resource Management
San Jose State University
Communicative Science & Disorders -
San Jose State University
Graduate Program - Speech Language Pathology
San Jose State University