Daniela Badillo
Meet Daniela Badillo - Psychology & Special Needs Tutor
Daniela Badillo is a dedicated and bilingual professional who applies her B.S. in Psychology from George Mason University to support diverse learners. With certified experience as a behavioral technician providing ABA therapy, she specializes in implementing treatment plans that build language, social, cognitive, and independent living skills, particularly for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Areas of Expertise:
Special Needs (Autism Spectrum): Provided ABA therapy to people with the spectrum as a behavioral technician.
Psychology: Holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Skill Development: Implemented treatment plans for language, social, cognitive, executive functions, and adaptive living skills.
Bilingual Instruction: Bilingual in English and Spanish, she has translated presentations and created video tutorials in both languages.
Computer Literacy: Developed a library of video-tutorials for clients not familiar with technology.
Teaching Philosophy:
Daniela believes in empowering individuals through targeted support and skill-building. Her experience conceiving and developing a library of computer literacy video-tutorials demonstrates her proactive approach to identifying needs and creating accessible learning solutions. As a behavioral technician, she implemented ABA programs in natural environments like the home and school to foster real-world progress.
What Makes Daniela Special:
ABA Therapy Experience: As a behavioral technician, she provided Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and implemented treatment plans for clients on the autism spectrum.
Bilingual & Bicultural: Fluent in English and Spanish, she has extensive experience translating for parents, clients, nurses, and doctors.
Content Creator: She single-handedly conceived, designed, and developed a library of computer literacy video tutorials in both English and Spanish.
Certified IT Skills: Daniela holds a CompTIA ITF+ certification, underscoring her technical knowledge.
Education & Achievements:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, George Mason University
Certification: CompTIA ITF+
Experience: Behavioral technician at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Experience: Family Advocate at Northern Virginia Family Service