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Maria K Santiago

Amergis
San Jose,CA
11
years of professional experience

Bilingual Behavior Technician with expertise in compassionate care and active listening. Proven ability to implement individualized behavior intervention plans and support clients with autism spectrum disorders.

Work History

Behavior Technician/ Instructional Aide SPED

10 Months
Amergis | 10.2025 - Current
  • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development.
  • Collaborated with therapists to reinforce behavioral strategies during sessions.
  • Educated clients and families on effective coping strategies and behavior management techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Assisted with student toileting and hygiene as needed

Caregiver

7 Years 4 Months
IHSS | 06.2017 - 10.2024
  • Delivered compassionate personal care and assistance to client, enhancing their daily living experiences.
  • Assisted client with mobility and physical activities, promoting independence and well-being.
  • Monitored health conditions and documented changes, facilitating timely communication with healthcare providers.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing, grooming/hygiene, toileting, meal preparation, doctor appointments and medication reminders.

Behavior Technician

2 Years 4 Months
Autism Learning Partners | 03.2015 - 07.2017
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with autism, enhancing behavioral outcomes and skill development.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust interventions effectively.
  • Observed and documented client behaviors, ensuring accurate records for data analysis and reporting.
  • Developed engaging activities to promote communication and social skills in diverse settings.

Education

High School Diploma

Los Banos High School | Los Banos, CA

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)
Active listening
Data collection
Documentation skills
Prompting and fading strategies

Timeline

Behavior Technician/ Instructional Aide SPED

Amergis
10.2025 - CurrentRead More

Caregiver

IHSS
06.2017 - 10.2024Read More

Behavior Technician

Autism Learning Partners
03.2015 - 07.2017Read More

Los Banos High School

High School Diploma
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Maria K Santiago