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Nicole Salazar

ACES ABA Autism Therapy
La Puente,CA
4
years of professional experience

Magna Cum Laude graduate in Social and Behavioral Sciences with specialized experience as a Behavioral Technician providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children on the autism spectrum. Skilled in implementing individualized behavioral intervention plans, collecting and analyzing behavioral data, and supporting therapeutic outcomes in clinical settings. Combines a strong academic foundation in the behavioral sciences with hands-on clinical experience. Seeking to build upon this foundation through graduate study in Clinical Forensic Psychology to apply behavioral science to the understanding of psychological functioning, criminal behavior, and the intersection of psychology and the criminal justice system.

Work History

Behavioral Technician

2 Months
ACES ABA Autism Therapy | 06.2026 - Current
  • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with autism.
  • Engaged clients in activities promoting social skills and communication development.
  • Maintained accurate data collection on client progress, enabling effective analysis and modification of treatment plans as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop effective therapeutic strategies.

Caretaker

2 Years 8 Months
California Respite Care | 04.2022 - 12.2024
  • Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for special needs children in care.
  • Developed and implemented educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
  • Monitored children's emotional well-being, providing support and guidance as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Behavioral Sciences

Soka Unversity of America | Aliso Viejo, CA | 05-2026
  • Dean's List [Fall 2023-2025 and Spring 2023-2026]
  • 3.83 GPA
  • Magna Cum Laude Graduate
  • Extracurricular Activities: Women's Soccer Team, Member of Latin Unides Club
  • Study Abroad: Barcelona, Spain, Spanish
  • Capstone Project: The Role of Virtue Education in Reducing Moral Disengagement, Student Researcher, Study aimed to examine the role virtue education may play in reducing people's motivation to abandon their morality

High School Diploma

South Hills High School | West Covina, CA | 06-2022
  • Dean's List [Fall 2018-2021 and Spring 2019-2022]
  • Recipient of IB Full Diploma
  • 4.0 GPA
  • Ranked in Top 1% of class
  • Valedictorian graduate

Skills

IBM SPSS Statistics
Microsoft Excel
Bilingual [English and Spanish]

Timeline

Behavioral Technician

ACES ABA Autism Therapy
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

Caretaker

California Respite Care
04.2022 - 12.2024Read More

Soka Unversity of America

Bachelor of Arts from Social Behavioral Sciences
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South Hills High School

High School Diploma
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Nicole Salazar