Marco Flores
Orange
Summary
Professional with strong background in behavior analysis and intervention strategies. Demonstrates expertise in implementing evidence-based interventions, data collection, and progress monitoring to support positive behavioral outcomes. Known for collaborative team efforts and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and maintaining patient-centered approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Autism Paraprofessional
Santa Ana Unified School District
10.2023 - Current
- Helped teacher devise special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on sympathetic understanding of individual students' needs, interests and abilities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with autism, ensuring their academic and social success within the school setting.
- Established clear expectations for behavior using consistent reinforcement strategies that fostered independence among autistic learners.
- Assisted with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals joining the team by sharing knowledge about autism spectrum disorders and modeling effective instructional strategies.
- Assisted in creating a structured and predictable learning environment, promoting positive behavior among students with autism.
- Assisted in implementing social skills programs that improved peer relationships and collaboration among students with autism.
- Facilitated peer interactions and group activities, encouraging socialization among autistic students.
- Bridged communication gaps between autistic students and their peers, fostering greater understanding and empathy within the classroom community.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and facilitating effective communication between the student and staff members.
Parent Consultant/Lead Behavior Technician
Jade Behavioral Consutants
06.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates.
- Helped parents learn the necessary skills to help after sessions.
Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinating with the teacher on lessons and daily classroom activities
- Assisting other educators with administrative tasks like paperwork and reports
- Communicating with children and helping them understand lessons
- Assisting the teacher in complying with I.E.P requirements and objectives
- Assisting in maintaining the classroom in a functional, attractive and orderly environment
- Providing orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
- Conducting instructional exercises assigned by the teacher works with individual students or small groups.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Kept detailed information about clients
- Up to date data on progress of clients and accidents that occurred
- Worked with people with masters degrees to formulate ABA programs
- Took real time data
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Educated parents and caregivers to apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Live Scan Tec
CSUDH Foundation
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Awarded SLI (Student Life Institution ) leadership certificate from CSUF, 's list 2020 Thriving vs Surviving lab led by Professor Frieze, Turner, and Barrett
- Created rough draft for IRB
- Literature reviews
- Had deadlines to be met
- Ran survey to gather baseline information
- Created survey Representation of Black editors on editorial boards led by Dr
- Membere
- Gathered demographic data
- Reached out to members of editorial boards
- Entered data into SPSS
- Created board for presentation
- Literature reviews, Entered critical data information into program
- Kept detailed records for audit purposes
- Reached out to different parties about records that did not match
Teacher Assistant
Santiago Canyon College Child Developemnt Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
Education
Bachelor's - Psychology
California State University
12.2020
AA - Psychology
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA07.2017
Associate's - Psychology
Santiago Canyon College
Orange, CA06.2017
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem Solving skills
- Adaptability to new situations
- Interpersonal
- Creativity and originality
- Reinforcement systems
- Functional communication training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Autism Paraprofessional
Santa Ana Unified School District
10.2023 - Current
Parent Consultant/Lead Behavior Technician
Jade Behavioral Consutants
06.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
11.2022 - 09.2023
Live Scan Tec
CSUDH Foundation
03.2021 - 08.2023
Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers
01.2021 - 08.2023
Teacher Assistant
Santiago Canyon College Child Developemnt Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor's - Psychology
California State University
AA - Psychology
Santa Ana College
Associate's - Psychology
Santiago Canyon College
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