Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline

Melanie Batres

Passport To Learning
Whittier
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Dynamic Adaptive Skills Training Specialist with a proven track record at Passport To Learning, enhancing client independence through tailored skill development. Expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis and strong communication skills fostered significant improvements in client engagement and self-advocacy. Committed to ethical decision-making and community support, ensuring a respectful, person-centered approach.

Work History

Adaptive Skills Training Specialist

1 Year
Passport To Learning | 10.2025 - Current
  • Provide individualized training to clients to strengthen independent living skills and promote greater independence in daily activities.
  • Teach self-care, personal hygiene, household chores, home maintenance, and organization using step-by-step instruction and visual supports.
  • Support clients in developing communication, self-advocacy, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Teach community awareness, personal safety, and appropriate social interactions to encourage safe and meaningful community participation.
  • Use verbal prompts, modeling, task analysis, and positive reinforcement to help clients complete tasks and build confidence.
  • Monitor client performance, encourage independent task completion, and adjust the level of assistance according to individual needs.
  • Document services provided, client participation, progress toward goals, and the level of prompting required.
  • Maintain a respectful, person-centered approach that promotes client dignity, choice, safety, and independence.

School Behavior Technician

6 Months
Stepping Stones Group | 03.2025 - 09.2025
  • Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis techniques to support skill acquisition and behavior reduction plans.
  • Collected accurate session data to track client progress and treatment response.
  • Reinforced positive behaviors using prompting, modeling, and behavior-specific praise.
  • Followed individualized behavior intervention plans to maintain consistent therapeutic support.

Behavior Technician

1 Year 11 Months
Maxim Healthcare | 04.2023 - 03.2025
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans during one-on-one sessions to support skill acquisition and daily routines.
  • Collected accurate session data for target behaviors, progress tracking, and supervisor review.
  • Reinforced positive behaviors using ABA strategies to improve client engagement and task completion.
  • Assisted clients with communication, social, and self-help skills across structured activities.

Education

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA | 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

California State University, Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 05.2024

Minor- Psychology

Skills

Organization and Time Management
Strong Attention to Detail
Dependability and Accountability
Strong Work Ethic
Team Collaboration
Ability to Work Independently
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Experience
Client Support and Individualized Skill Development
Behavior Management and Positive Reinforcement
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Patience
Empathy
and Professionalism
Conflict Resolution
Ethical Decision-Making
Criminal Justice Knowledge and Interest
Commitment to Safety and Community Support

Accomplishments

  • Perfect attendance from Kindergarten throughout high school
  • Dean’s List/ Honor Roll

Certification

CPR Certification

Timeline

Adaptive Skills Training Specialist

Passport To Learning
10.2025 - CurrentRead More

School Behavior Technician

Stepping Stones Group
03.2025 - 09.2025Read More

Behavior Technician

Maxim Healthcare
04.2023 - 03.2025Read More

University of Southern California

Master of Science from Criminal Justice
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California State University, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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Melanie Batres