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Erica Rodriguez-Salazar
Exeter,CA
“A failure is not always a mistake; it may simply be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop trying.”
B. F. Skinner
Summary
An aspiring Behavior Analyst devoted to helping clients improve behaviors and better meet treatment goals. Skilled in implementing protocols to help individuals acquire skills and adopt reduction strategies for problematic behaviors. Focused on giving comprehensive support involving parents and caregivers.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Tulare County Office Of EducationVisalia, CA
Rehabilitation Management Specialist
06.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress, develop recommendations, and collaborate on educational decisions.
- Worked directly with students and discussed behavioral goals and implementation of behavior intervention programs.
- Collected data via direct student observation and consultation with classroom teachers regarding student behaviors.
- Monitored student behavior using data collection systems and provided feedback to teachers on effectiveness of interventions implemented.
- Developed social skills instruction plans for students who exhibit difficulty developing appropriate peer relationships.
- Created positive learning environments by utilizing evidence-based practices such as Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
- Leveraged data and collaborated with executive leaders to refine and improve discipline protocols.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and administrators to ensure successful implementation of BIPs.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in working with special needs populations.
- Implemented de-escalation protocols when necessary to help keep students safe while managing their challenging behaviors.
- Maintained open communication with all stakeholders involved in a student's care plan in order to promote consistency across all settings.
- Supported parents by providing guidance on how they can reinforce desired behaviors at home.
- Provided individual and group behavior intervention services to students with disabilities.
- Conducted home visits as needed to provide additional supports or observe family dynamics impacting a child's behavior at school.
- Assisted in the training of school personnel in effective classroom management techniques and behavior modification strategies.
- Advised teachers on how they can modify instructional strategies based on an individual student's strengths and weaknesses.
- Utilized consulting skills for implementation and maintenance of intervention plans.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Tulare County Office Of EducationVarious school sites, CA
Behavior Tutor-First Five/PEIX
12.2015 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Provided in-school, one-on-one ABA to preschool aged children with mild to severe behavior problems, and on the verge of expulsion.
- Implement behavior plans.
- Collected accurate data.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff.
- Assisted with other students with difficult behaviors.
- Used various strategies to encourage and enforce appropriate behavior such as a token economy, social stories, modeling, and visual supports.
- Worked with a team and independently.
Tulare County Office Of EducationVarious sites, CA
Behavior Intervention Assistant (BIA)
03.2011 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Work, independently, with toddlers that show characteristics of autism, and school aged children with a diagnosis of autism
- Provide ABA services in an in-home setting to teach alternative behaviors through use of PECS and coping skills
- Build rapport with children, and parents, to maintain strong, professional relationships in order to implement goals with ease
- Train new staff
- Collaborate with Behavior Intervention Specialists, Bright Start Teachers, and Behavior Management Specialists, as well as parents
- Implement IEP and behavior
- Report progress to Supervisor on case and to parents
- Collect data on client progress
- Office work includes data entry and making materials such as visual supports (e.g
- PECS binders, visual schedules, token economy, etc.).
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Teacher Assistant IV/NCLB
10.2007 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Assist students with various mental disabilities individually or in small groups, tutoring, supervising, reinforcing, or following-up on lessons and assist with homework assignments
- Assist with instruction and complete clerical tasks including maintaining accurate records, data entry, duplicating, and making phone calls to parents
- Implement IEP goals
- Monitor student progress and provide accurate progress information to teacher as necessary
- Assist in maintaining student discipline
- Facilitate organized activities with students
- Prepare, and distribute necessary materials and supplies and assist with clean-up
- Prepare materials and equipment and maintain records
- I also have Behavior Management Assistant (BMA) experience.
Education
Fresno Pacific UniversityFresno, CA
Master of Arts from Applied Behavior Analysis
05-2024
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Thesis (in progress)
- Additional Coursework in Advanced Concepts and Principles of ABA
- Additional Coursework in Ethics
- Additional Coursework in Behavior Change Procedures
- Additional Coursework in Behavior Assessment
College of the Sequoias
Child, Family, and Society, Exceptional Child
05.2015
College of the Sequoias/Tulare County Office of Education
Autism Competency Certificate Program
10.2010
University of California Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Arts from Chicano Studies
12.2007
University Overview
Minor: Music
Santa Barbara Community College
Pre-Psychology
06.2005
College of the Sequoias
Child Development
12.2004
Lindsay High School
High School Diploma
06.2002
Skills
- Behavior Modification
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavioral Intervention Plans
- Behavioral Health
- Special Education
- Developmental Disabilities
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Documentation and Reporting
- Child Development Knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Continuous Professional Development
- Intervention Planning
- Safe Practices
- Teacher Support
- Progress Tracking
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Report Writing
- Program Management
- Family Education
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Individualized Education Plans
- Documentation
- Social Skills Development
- Problem-Solving Skills
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Full TimeLocation Preference
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Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leavePaid time off401k matchHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programs4-day work weekSoftware
Microsoft Office
Spreadsheets
Email communication
Data visualization
Interests
Art
Music
Timeline
Rehabilitation Management Specialist
Tulare County Office Of Education
06.2016 - Current
Behavior Tutor-First Five/PEIX
Tulare County Office Of Education
12.2015 - 06.2016
Behavior Intervention Assistant (BIA)
Tulare County Office Of Education
03.2011 - 06.2015
Teacher Assistant IV/NCLB
10.2007 - 03.2011
Fresno Pacific University
Master of Arts from Applied Behavior Analysis
College of the Sequoias
Child, Family, and Society, Exceptional Child
College of the Sequoias/Tulare County Office of Education
Autism Competency Certificate Program
University of California Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Arts from Chicano Studies
Santa Barbara Community College
Pre-Psychology
College of the Sequoias
Child Development
Lindsay High School
High School Diploma