Yahandrys Santana
College Point
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at HamaspikCare, skilled in family support and behavior redirection. Proven ability to foster independence in clients while utilizing positive reinforcement techniques. Adept at collaborating with teams to create safe, engaging environments, enhancing the quality of life for individuals with diverse needs. Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis protocols.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Attendant
HamaspikCare
12.2023 - Current
- Offered support to families of patient through respite services, guidance, and companionship.
- Completed laundry, floors, changed bed linens, and sanitized bathrooms.
- Contributed to patient's independence by teaching skills needed for daily living.
- Established safe and clean area for patient by organizing personal items and removing trash and waste.
- Assisted patient with grooming, bathing, dressings, mobility, foot, and nail care tasks.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Quality Services for the Autism Community
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure that modifications were made to meet the needs of each student.
- Organized materials within classrooms according to established procedures.
- Supported transitions from one activity or area to another throughout the day.
- Instructed small groups of students in specialized areas such as reading comprehension or math skills.
- Worked one-on-one with students who required additional assistance understanding material or completing assignments.
- Attended professional development sessions related to best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
- Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Touro College
New York, NY09-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Educational Psychology
LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY06-2021
Skills
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Team collaboration
- Family support
- Behavior redirection
- Trained in protocols of Applied Behavior Analysis
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Care Attendant
HamaspikCare
12.2023 - Current
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Quality Services for the Autism Community
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Touro College
Associate of Applied Science - Educational Psychology
LaGuardia Community College
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