Shirley Widdoss
Cypress,CA
Summary
A veteran Behavior Technician providing ABA Therapy support to children with autism in the LBUSD, assisting students My work experiences involved working with students with mild to extreme autism in Mainstream, Special Education and Success classroom settings. In my personal background, I am a Mom of 3 with over 20+ years in caregiving duties.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
SSG (The Stepping Stones Group)
Long Beach, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Have served as a 1:1, 1:2 and 2:1 in a Success classroom with students ages 4 to 6.
- Implementation of ABA strategies, ABC data collection, provide instructional support to students in academic activities, social and communication skills and behavioral challenges.
- Continual teaching of simple sign language to non-verbal students to increase their communication skills.
- Familiarized with the AAC app on student's iPad.
- Create learning opportunities for students to help them meet their goals that are identified in their BIP and IEP.
- Provide instructional and clerical support to the teacher when needed.
- Assist students in toileting and personal care.
Behavior Technician
Autism Spectrum Intervention
Long Beach, CA
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Served as a 1:1 in a Special Education and Streamlined classroom in LBUSD.
- ABC data collection and documentation of factual and quantifiable notes on the MPM application. Helped my clients increased and met their goals identified in their BIP while decreasing maladaptive and aggressive behaviors.
- Collaborated with Case Supervisors, classroom teachers, and all critical faculty staff to create the best learning environment for my clients.
- Proudly accepted a second job title as an Overlap Trainer in 8/2024.
Senior Purchasing Manager
Justman Packaging & Display
City of Commerce, CA
01.1995 - 01.2005
- Liaised with vendors, customers, internal departmental staff to facilitate purchase and sales orders transactions, timely production of goods, and delivery of final product.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated costs and calculated sell prices to maximize profit margins.
- Increased annual revenue by over 25% for a Sales Executive.
Sales Executive
ADP Automated Processing
San Gabriel, CA
05.1993 - 12.1994
- Met and exceeded monthly sales goals over 75% during my employment.
- Researched sales opportunities with the use of company-generated database for cold calling, networking and marketing activities.
- Customized payroll services based on customer needs and product specifications.
Education
BS Degree - Marketing & Minor in Economics
California State University Of Los Angeles
Los AngelesSkills
- 20 years in childcare and child development
- Crisis Management
- CPI Certification valid through 6/2027
- Observant, goal-oriented, reliable, a team player, committed to providing a fun and positive learning experience to children
- Proficient in the MPM application
- TouchChat on a AAC app, a communication Tool for non-verbal students
- Bilingual in English and Cantonese
Timeline
Behavior Technician
SSG (The Stepping Stones Group)
06.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Autism Spectrum Intervention
08.2023 - 06.2025
Senior Purchasing Manager
Justman Packaging & Display
01.1995 - 01.2005
Sales Executive
ADP Automated Processing
05.1993 - 12.1994
BS Degree - Marketing & Minor in Economics
California State University Of Los Angeles