Christian Leon
Summary
Dedicated Special Education teacher candidate with extensive experience supporting students with disabilities in school, community, and transition-based settings. Experienced in providing individualized behavioral and academic support, implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies, promoting functional communication, and helping students develop greater independence. Skilled in working with students with extensive support needs, including individuals who use AAC and other communication supports. Committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment that leads students to flourish.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Interventionist
Holding Hands Inc.
Burbank, California
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored and documented student behavior, identifying patterns to evaluate intervention effectiveness.
- Supported students with workability and job readiness skills, including workplace expectations, communication, task completion, and appropriate behavior.
- Supported students in developing independent living and community skills, including navigating public spaces, following directions, and practicing safety.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to enhance student progress and well-being.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Guidance Group
Los Angeles, USA
02.2020 - 07.2022
- Used ABA techniques such as positive reinforcement, modeling, extinction, prompting and fading, to help reduce problem behavior and reinforce appropriate replacement behavior.
- Facilitated positive interactions by implementing visual supports, simplifying communication, and using stress scales to clarify emotions.
- Collaborated with team to adapt interventions addressing evolving needs of children in school setting.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Friendly Center
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided over 300 direct counseling hours as an MFT trainee.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans with measurable and attainable goals.
- Attended weekly individual and group supervision to enhance client treatment strategies and monitor progress.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to identify and connect clients with appropriate community resources and referrals.
- Completed electronic documentation to maintain accurate and up-to-date client records for improved continuity of care.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2022
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA12-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
BIOLA University
La Mirada, CA05-2016
Preservice Program -
Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE)
Downey08-2026
Skills
- Bilingual: Spanish/English
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Critical thinking skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening and communication
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Concise time management
- Documentation
- Client care
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Holding Hands Inc.
10.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Guidance Group
02.2020 - 07.2022
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Friendly Center
09.2018 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
BIOLA University
Preservice Program -
Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE)