Andrea Garcia
Lufkin,TX
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 6 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps develop treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management. Experienced professional dedicated to helping patients meet potential to function in society. Possesses excellent social and interpersonal communication skills to encourage patient comfort and relaxation. Skilled at coaching special needs individuals to achieve greater independence and confidence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Reach Behavioral Therapies
05.2023 - Current
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
Child Caregiver
First Christian Church Preschool
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Child Caregiver
Laugh N Learn Academy
11.2018 - 09.2021
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
Child Caregiver
The Kids Depot
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Education
Early Childhood Special Education
Angelina College
Lufkin, TXLufkin High School
Lufkin, TX05.2017
Skills
- Excellent with Young Children
- Team Leader
- Incident Reports
- Infant Care and Feeding
- Child Supervision
- Plan Activities
- Caring and Responsible
- Parental Interaction
- Schedule Management
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Manage Behaviors
- Conversant in Spanish
- Calendaring and Scheduling
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Daily Logs
- Behavior Redirection
- Social Skills Development
- Group Instruction
- Prompting Strategies
- Data Collection
- Positive Reinforcement
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Professionalism
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Customer Service
- Information tracking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Reach Behavioral Therapies
05.2023 - Current
Child Caregiver
First Christian Church Preschool
09.2021 - 05.2023
Child Caregiver
Laugh N Learn Academy
11.2018 - 09.2021
Child Caregiver
The Kids Depot
10.2017 - 11.2019
Early Childhood Special Education
Angelina College
Lufkin High School