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MARIANELA TORRES

Miami

Summary

Energetic dance instructor offering several years of experience coaching dance students in private and group sessions. Versed in adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Seasoned Dance Instructor offers top talents in student assessment, interpretive movement, and rehearsal direction. Creative and encouraging individual with many years of experience instructing students on various dance techniques through interaction and demonstration. Commended for a high level of endurance and a patient, calm demeanor.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RBT

HEALTH OF MIND INC.
MIAMI
12.2024 - Current
  • Utilized a variety of positive reinforcement techniques such as praise, rewards, tangible items, activity privileges, to reinforce appropriate behavior.
  • Collaborated with other professionals including BCBAs, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists to ensure best practices are being implemented for each client.
  • Communicated effectively with families about their child's progress in therapy sessions.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection systems such as ABC charts, frequency counts, and latency measures.
  • Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
  • Observed clients throughout sessions to identify potential triggers of problem behaviors or areas needing improvement.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
  • Implemented reinforcement strategies such as token economy systems or point systems to increase desirable behaviors while decreasing undesirable ones.
  • Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Front Desk Receptionist

NUEVA VIDA REHAB
MIAMI
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
  • Assisted with scheduling appointments for clients and visitors.
  • Explained policies and procedures to visitors.
  • Updated and maintained office policies and procedures.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments for clients and staff.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and managed calls by routing to proper extensions or taking messages.
  • Provided administrative support including photocopying, faxing, and filing.
  • Updated customer information in databases regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Monitored and ordered office supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
  • Responded to inquiries and room requests made online, by phone, and via email.
  • Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying and scanning materials.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
  • Compiled and prepared reports and documents as requested.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Dance Instructor

CENTRO PROVINCIAL DE LA MUSICA
Cuba City
01.2010 - 02.2016
  • Instructed students on basic steps and movements while providing feedback on their performance.
  • Developed understanding of personal capabilities and limitations to select dance styles accordingly.
  • Participated in daily rehearsals, focusing on technique, expression, and synchronization with the ensemble.
  • Performed classical, modern or interpretive dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm and emotional tone.
  • Choreographed dances for self and others.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bilingual Education

PEDAGOGICAL INSTITUTE FELIX VARELA
CUBA
06-2009

Bachelor of Arts - ART INSTRUCTOR IN DANCE

MANUEL ASCUNCE
CUBA
06-2004

High School Diploma -

OLGA ALONSO
CUBA
06-2000

Skills

  • Incidental teaching
  • Error correction
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Social skills development
  • Sensory integration
  • Emotional regulation
  • Parent collaboration
  • Natural environment training
  • Prompting techniques
  • Behavior reduction strategies
  • Reinforcement strategies
  • Motor skills development
  • Functional communication training
  • Individualized education plans
  • Vocational skills
  • Toilet training
  • Discrete trial training
  • Data collection
  • Mail handling
  • Client communication
  • Time management
  • Listening skills
  • Office organization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Front office management

Certification

  • BACHELOR OF HUMANITIES ARTS INSTRUCTOR
  • DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN FAVOR OF ENGLISH AS FOREING LANGUAGE
  • CERTIFICATE ELEMENTARY LEVEL DANCE SPECIALTY
  • REGISTER BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

RBT

HEALTH OF MIND INC.
12.2024 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

NUEVA VIDA REHAB
01.2024 - 11.2024

Dance Instructor

CENTRO PROVINCIAL DE LA MUSICA
01.2010 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Bilingual Education

PEDAGOGICAL INSTITUTE FELIX VARELA

Bachelor of Arts - ART INSTRUCTOR IN DANCE

MANUEL ASCUNCE

High School Diploma -

OLGA ALONSO
MARIANELA TORRES