Cecille Sayson Valenzuela
Behavioral Therapist
Summary
Organized Learning Support Assistant dedicated to education of students and support of lead teachers. Skillful in school administrative work. Provides constructive feedback to students and lead teachers on educational and student behavioral matters.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Learning Support Assistant
Small World Christian Kindergarten
10 Borrett Road, Midlevels
08.2016 - Current
- Assist with the development and analysis of Individualized Learning Plans (ILP) for student success.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff members to evaluate children's success and align the plan and learning activities with student needs.
- Create, collect and record data on student progress to determine next steps for student success.
- Monitor progress of students and adjusted instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.
- Motivate students to learn new concepts and complete classroom activities for individual progress.
- Support interaction between students during group play activities using guided conversation.
- Provide monthly feedback to teachers and parents regarding individual student progress.
- Comply with policies regarding mandatory reporting, confidentiality and data protection.
- Stay up-to-date on most recent curricula and teaching strategies.
- Study and implement differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with students and families.
Lead Behavior Therapist
Autism Recovery Network, Limited
10 Bonham Street, Sheung Wan
06.2009 - 07.2017
- Implemented intervention program set by the supervisor.
- Prepared materials needed for each student's learning activities.
- Monitored and recorded children's progress through collecting and organizing data.
- Prepared progress report semi-annually.
- Developed strong strategic skills through in-house trainings.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive and productive relationships with team and client's family members.
- Developed a strong sense of personal and professional responsibilities through self-motivation.
- Completed other professional duties that has been assigned by the company.
Program Supervisor
Partners in Child Development and Progress
Kapitolyo, Pasig City
06.2005 - 05.2009
- Evaluated and managed client's program development from conception through successful execution.
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
- Identified appropriate positive reinforcement for each drill and trial.
- Took accurate and informative notes during every trial and intervention activity.
- Updated program and intervention by tracking data and analyzing outcomes to identify child's successes and areas of improvement.
- Provided information and guidance to parents and caregivers regarding implementation of the program and follow-up activities taken after each session.
- Provided specific progress report of each client every 3 months.
- Provided ongoing training, guidance and support to staff members.
- Assessed each therapist’s performance for appraisal.
Preschool Teacher
Barney Metamorphosis Learning Academy
134 Lourdes Street, Buen-Mar Subdivision, Manggahan, Pasig City
06.2003 - 10.2004
- Planned, formulated and implemented lesson plans.
- Checked and enhanced available materials for conducive classroom experience.
- Observed children to identify needs of additional support and applied a variety of strategies to provide diverse approaches to different learning styles.
- Educated students in foundational cognitive concepts.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress.
- Recorded accurate and informative individual information for appropriate evaluation and grading.
- Provided parents proper information about their child’s behavior during class hours.
Education
Education - 18 Units in Education
Philippine Normal University
06.2006 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
San Sebastian College-Recoletos, Manila
Claro M. Recto Avenue, Metro Manila, Philippines 06.1996 - 03.2005
Skills
Special education
Lesson implementation
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Student records management
Documentation skills
Timeline
Learning Support Assistant
Small World Christian Kindergarten
08.2016 - Current
Lead Behavior Therapist
Autism Recovery Network, Limited
06.2009 - 07.2017
Education - 18 Units in Education
Philippine Normal University
06.2006 - 03.2008
Program Supervisor
Partners in Child Development and Progress
06.2005 - 05.2009
Preschool Teacher
Barney Metamorphosis Learning Academy
06.2003 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
San Sebastian College-Recoletos, Manila
06.1996 - 03.2005