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Ana Guerra

Roanoke,VA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at the Faison Center, skilled in team collaboration and rapport building. Proven ability to implement individualized education plans and promote student independence. Proficient in Google Programs, adept at collecting data to enhance learning outcomes and support diverse student needs.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Assistant

Faison Center
09.2025 - 05.2026
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to foster a positive learning environment and boost their confidence.
  • Experienced in implementing individualized education and behavior plans, using positive behavior strategies, observing and documenting student progress, and working effectively with teachers and support staff to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Registered Behavior Technician

Virginia Institute Of Autism and Centers of Neurodevelopment
02.2023 - 08.2025
  • Contribute to the student's Individualized Education Plan by implementing teaching techniques and providing consistent feedback to the IEP team
  • Rapport building through observation of the learner's preferred choice of interaction
  • Experience in using faded support to promote independence and self-reliance
  • Experience with challenging behaviors and teaching positive behavioral changes

Youth Advocate

Youth Advocacy Program
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Conducted assessments to determine required services
  • Liaison between children and their guardians to advocate communication of the youth's needs
  • Contributed to the development of individualized plans to support life skills.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services

Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA
12-2022

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Experience with multiple age groups
  • Rapport building with students and families
  • Training new staff to develop their knowledge and skill set
  • Proficient in Google Programs: Docs, Sheets, Drive and email
  • Collecting and collating data in various methods

Timeline

Teacher Assistant

Faison Center
09.2025 - 05.2026

Registered Behavior Technician

Virginia Institute Of Autism and Centers of Neurodevelopment
02.2023 - 08.2025

Youth Advocate

Youth Advocacy Program
03.2022 - 02.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services

Virginia Western Community College
Ana Guerra