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Rachel Machado

PARKLAND,FL

Summary

Dynamic Registered Behavior Technician with expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis and crisis intervention at Two Hearts ABA Therapy. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and facilitating social skills training for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Committed to fostering positive behavior support and collaboration with families and educators to achieve successful outcomes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Two hearts ABA therapy
Boca Raton , FL
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in developing home programs that support generalization across settings.
  • Modeled appropriate social behaviors for students while providing feedback when necessary.
  • Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
  • Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  • Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
  • Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
  • Assisted in the development of positive behavior supports within the classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to ensure successful implementation of interventions.
  • Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.

Judge's Assistant

Court Of Justice
Goiania , Brazil
03.2016 - 12.2025
  • Reviewed incoming cases to determine jurisdiction of assigned judge.
  • Ensured all orders issued by the judge were properly entered into the court record system.
  • Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.

Portuguese Teacher

Private Practice
PARKLAND, FL
01.2017 - 09.2022
  • Encouraged students to practice speaking Portuguese by participating in activities such as role-plays and debates.
  • Helped organize extracurricular activities such as clubs or cultural events focused on Portuguese language and culture.
  • Created an engaging environment conducive to learning by using innovative strategies such as games and music.
  • Taught students how to read and write using system characters, as well as differences and additional characters present in language's variations.

Kindergarten Teacher

Escola Chapeuzinho Vermelho
Goiania , Brazil, Goias.
06.2010 - 05.2015
  • Utilized appropriate teaching methods to motivate students in academic tasks.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades as required by school policy.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - LAw

Objetivo Unified Institute of Higher Education
Goiania
12-2016

Skills

  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Positive behavior support
  • Social skills training
  • Student engagement

Affiliations

  • Practiced mindfulness or stress-reduction techniques, which support calm and focus in therapy settings.
  • Psychoanalysis Course.
  • Self-knowledge course

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Two hearts ABA therapy
10.2023 - Current

Portuguese Teacher

Private Practice
01.2017 - 09.2022

Judge's Assistant

Court Of Justice
03.2016 - 12.2025

Kindergarten Teacher

Escola Chapeuzinho Vermelho
06.2010 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - LAw

Objetivo Unified Institute of Higher Education