ANA M. SANTOS
Lancaster,CA
Summary
I am a compassionate Student Mentor and Youth Wellness Coach dedicated to supporting K–8 students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth. I create a safe, supportive environment where children feel heard, understood, and encouraged to build confidence, positive peer relationships, and self-regulation skills. Skilled in behavioral therapy techniques, classroom support, and outdoor wellness activities, I bring empathy, patience, and positive energy to help students thrive while promoting accountability, resilience, and overall well-being.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Therapist
Castillo Behavior Services
Lancaster, CA
2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized treatment plans based on client assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance therapy strategies.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions as needed.
- Educated families on behavioral techniques and
- strategies for home use.
- Documented therapy sessions and maintained accurate records of client behavior.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Implemented crisis prevention measures when necessary to maintain safety within therapy sessions.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
Mentor
Elevo
Lancaster, CA
2024 - Current
- Delivered individualized and group academic and behavioral support services to students in grades K-8.
- Established and enforced classroom rules, routines, and positive behavior expectations.
- Facilitated student engagement in task initiation and ensured timely assignment completion.
- Facilitated development of social skills and conflict-resolution strategies among peers.
- Facilitated collaboration with educators and staff to design and execute individualized support plans.
- Compiled and documented behavioral and academic progress data for analysis.
- Facilitated emotional regulation through implementation of positive reinforcement and redirection techniques.
- Fostered accountability, independence, and self-advocacy skills among team members.
- Facilitated structured outdoor sports and physical activity sessions to enhance teamwork and promote fitness.
- Facilitated instruction of fundamental sports skills and coordinated age-appropriate drills and games.
- Facilitated sportsmanship, cooperation, and peer inclusion initiatives.
- Oversaw outdoor activities to ensure student safety and well-being.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits and physical wellness initiatives.
- Facilitated student development of confidence, resilience, and goal-setting skills.
- Facilitated group behavior management through implementation of positive behavior support strategies.
- Cultivated a nurturing environment that enhanced social-emotional development.
Teacher's Assistant
Lifesource Charter School
Lancaster, CA
02.2024 - 2025
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided one on one assistance with students with behavioral challenges, assisted with redirection strategies, positive reward systems, improved the children’s motor skills through creative and fun activities.
- Ensured daily routines were followed, improving structure and discipline.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Encouraged critical thinking through use of problem-solving activities in classroom.
- Managed medication for 10+ Children.
Paraprofessional
The Steppingstones Group, LLC
Lancaster, CA
2024 - 2025
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, fostering increased engagement and participation in class activities.
- Collaborated with special education teachers and therapists, developing tailored strategies for students with various disabilities.
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Facilitated classroom activities, promoting engagement and participation among students.
- Supported assessment processes by gathering data on student progress and behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Monitored student progress and documented behavioral observations for review.
- Provided emotional support to foster a positive learning environment.
- Engaged students in interactive activities to enhance social skills development.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
Lancaster05.2013
Skills
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Positive Behavior Support & Emotional Regulation
- Behavioral Intervention & Crisis De-escalation
- One-on-One & Small Group Instruction
- Academic Support & Task Completion Assistance
- Data Collection & Progress Monitoring
- Individualized Support Plans & Collaboration with Staff
- Social-Emotional Learning & Peer Mediation
- Youth Sports & Physical Activity Coaching
- Student Safety, Wellness & Self-Advocacy Skills
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Lifesource Charter School
02.2024 - 2025
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
Behavioral Therapist
Castillo Behavior Services
2025 - Current
Mentor
Elevo
2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
The Steppingstones Group, LLC
2024 - 2025