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Maria Gutierrez

Van Nuys,CA

Summary

Proactive professional with a strong background in educational support and team collaboration. Skilled in implementing and tracking the effectiveness of individualized behavior plans to provide the best support for students in multiple settings and increase overall performance.

Overview

2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Interventionist

Working With Autism, Inc.
Sherman Oaks, CA
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with autism to enhance behavioral outcomes.
  • Applied de-escalation techniques to reduce stress levels in clients with challenging behaviors while providing crisis prevention and academic support.
  • Utilized data tracking systems to assess intervention effectiveness and track client progress toward goals.

After-School Program Assistant

Beyond the Bell, Youth Development Program
Los Angeles, CA
06.2021 - 04.2022
  • Organize daily activities for students in the after-school program that align with educational standards, including assisting with homework, guiding and supporting the development of social skills, and ensuring safety during program events.
  • Led discussions and activities on character-building topics like respect, responsibility, and community service, engaging diverse age groups.
  • Collaborated with staff to establish a safe environment supporting students' physical and emotional well-being.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA
12-2025

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA
06-2024

Skills

  • Behavior intervention
  • Data tracking
  • Crisis intervention
  • Educational support
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication strategies

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Behavior Interventionist

Working With Autism, Inc.
12.2023 - Current

After-School Program Assistant

Beyond the Bell, Youth Development Program
06.2021 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Northridge

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Los Angeles Mission College
Maria Gutierrez