Ava Valdez
Chase,MI
Summary
A dedicated professional with experience in supporting leadership, client care, daily operations, and staff development within fast-paced ABA settings. Proficient in adapting to diverse client needs and collaborating effectively with teams to ensure efficient workflow and delivery of high-quality care. Experienced in staff mentorship, onboarding processes, and maintaining well-organized environments that foster team efficacy and uphold standards of quality care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Float Registered Behavior Technician
North Arrow
Cadillac, MI
05.2024 - Current
- Assist with onboarding and training of behavior technicians, including competency support, programming guidance, and data-system training.
- Conduct interviews for prospective technicians.
- Coordinated daily center workflows, delegated technician responsibilities, and provided floor leadership to maintain operational continuity.
- Serve as a mentor to staff, modeling expectations, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth.
- Delivered Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions while supporting client progress across individualized treatment goals in both home and center environments.
- Utilize digital platforms, including Central Reach and Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar, Forms), to manage documentation, communication, and scheduling.
- Contribute to curriculum design and development, assisting with implementation of center-wide training and instructional systems.
- Manage administrative and operational duties, including supply ordering and documentation organization.
Registered Behavior Technician
North Arrow ABA
Cadillac, Michigan
08.2023 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
North Arrow ABA
Cadillac, MI
03.2023 - 08.2023
Behavior Technician
Autism of America
Southfield, Michigan
01.2023 - 03.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Cadillac Area Public Schools
Cadillac, Michigan
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported the lead teacher by providing individualized academic and behavioral assistance to students throughout the school day.
- Implemented student-specific regulation supports.
- Aided in maintaining a structured classroom environment while monitoring student needs and supporting skill development.
Education
Associate in Science & Arts - Psychology
Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City12-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Cadillac Senior High School
Cadillac05-2020
Skills
- Staff Training and Onboarding
- Workflow Coordination
- Staff Mentorship
- Leadership Support
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Float Registered Behavior Technician
North Arrow
05.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
North Arrow ABA
08.2023 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
North Arrow ABA
03.2023 - 08.2023
Behavior Technician
Autism of America
01.2023 - 03.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Cadillac Area Public Schools
06.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Cadillac Senior High School
Associate in Science & Arts - Psychology
Northwestern Michigan College