Julio Martinez
Lancaster
Summary
Professional interpreter with extensive experience in bridging communication gaps through sign language. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in American Sign Language (ASL), cultural mediation, and real-time translation. Reliable, communicative, and highly adaptable.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Para-Educator/ Interpreter
Palmdale School District
Palmdale
03.2016 - Current
- Enabled effective communication among participants through American Sign Language, enhancing interaction.
- Oversaw small group learning sessions in classroom, assisting supervising teacher with educational objectives.
- Interpret classroom instruction, school activities, meetings, and educational discussions.
- Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and administrators to support student success.
- Assist students in understanding assignments, classroom expectations, and daily instruction.
Behavior Technician
Behavior Learning Center, A Stepping Stone
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented behavior support and treatment plans to address individual needs
- Provides direct behavior interventions to individuals with ASD utilizing ABA methodologies and strategies
- Records data and clinical documents on client’s response to intervention
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on real-time data analysis.
- Developed engaging activities to promote skill acquisition and social interaction among clients.
- Facilitated parent training sessions, empowering families with behavior management strategies at home.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
Para-Educator
So. Kern Unified School District
Rosamond
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Enabled effective communication between individuals through American Sign Language
- Led small group instruction sessions in classroom to enhance student learning under supervision
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Supported classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
Para-Educator-Translator
Nye County School District
Pahrump
11.2007 - 06.2012
- Supported teacher in developing lesson plans and evaluating student assignments
- Manage small group instruction in classroom under direction of supervising teacher
- Facilitated small group instruction to support individualized student needs. in classroom under direction of supervising teacher
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
Palmdale, CA05-2007
Skills
- Certified Interpreter – Level 45 –ESSE
- Bilingual – English/American Sign Language
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Completed 25 units
- Approx 25 units completed at AVC
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Behavior Learning Center, A Stepping Stone
07.2022 - 01.2023
Para-Educator/ Interpreter
Palmdale School District
03.2016 - Current
Para-Educator
So. Kern Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015
Para-Educator-Translator
Nye County School District
11.2007 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Highland High School