Debora Salazar

Compassionate and bilingual Paraprofessional with extensive experience supporting students with autism, developmental disabilities, and behavioral needs in school and community settings. Skilled in 1:1 support, behavior management, life skills instruction, and classroom assistance. Strong advocate for inclusive education and student success. Fluent in English and Spanish with professional interpreting experience.

Direct Support Professional - Emerge Community Services - Honey Brook, PA

(2026-01 - 2026-09)

• Provided direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assisted with community integration, daily living skills, and social development
• Supported behavioral and emotional needs in structured environments

Personal Care Assistant (School-Based) - The Stepping Stones Group - Exton, PA

(2024-11 - 2025-04)

• Delivered 1:1 support to a kindergarten student with autism
• Assisted with behavior regulation, transitions, and classroom participation
• Collaborated with staff to support IEP goals and student progress

Paraprofessional / PCA (School-Based) - GHR - Reading, PA

(2023-08 - 2024-05)

• Supported students with multiple disabilities in a classroom setting
• Assisted with academic tasks, mobility, and behavior interventions
• Promoted inclusion and engagement in daily classroom routines

Paraprofessional (Life Skills Classroom) - BlazerWorks - Fleetwood, PA

(2023-02 - 2023-06)

• Assisted teacher in high school life skills classroom
• Supported functional academics and daily living skills
• Reinforced behavior plans and individualized instruction

Personal Care Assistant (School-Based) - GHR - Pottstown, PA

(2022-09 - 2023-02)

• Provided 1:1 support to student with Autism and Down Syndrome
• Assisted with academic, behavioral, and social development

Behavioral Technician - Helping Hands Family

(2022-06 - 2022-09)

• Implemented behavior intervention strategies under supervision
• Supported children with autism in skill-building and behavior goals

Paraprofessional - S.O.S. Group – Mount Penn Primary Center - PA

(2021-09 - 2022-01)

• Assisted classroom teacher in autistic support setting
• Supported instruction, behavior management, and engagement

Social Coach - Partners Creating Community - Phoenixville, PA

(2005-10 - 2026-04)

• Provided long-term support to individuals with disabilities
• Delivered life skills training, emotional support, and social integration
• Administered medication and supported independence goals

Direct Support Professional - OneWell Healthcare - Lancaster, PA

(2005-04 - 2026-05)

• Supported individuals with disabilities in community-based settings
• Assisted with daily living, safety, and personal development

Home Health Aide - Amada Senior Care - Lancaster, PA

(2024-05)

• Provide care for elderly clients including dementia and hospice support
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities

Home Health Aide - Always Best Care - Exton, PA

(2024-11)

• Deliver in-home care and support for elderly clients
• Assist with personal care, safety, and companionship

Administrative Assistant - Mainland & Marine

Earlier experience

Childcare Aide - Kinder Haus

Earlier experience

Private Nanny (Full-Time Childcare Provider)

Earlier experience

Production Associate - Henry Schein

Earlier experience

Hostess/Cashier - Yoder’s Restaurant

Earlier experience

English Teacher - Private Academy, El Salvador

Earlier experience

Bachelor’s Degree - English Teaching - Catholic University of Central America (UCA), El Salvador

Associate Degree - Dental Assisting (2020)

Biobehavioral Health - Penn State University