Erica Wikoff
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dedicated paraeducator with 15 years of experience in special education. Expertise in IEP implementation, instructional adaptation, and fostering a supportive learning environment. Experience working with ages 3 years old through 22 years old.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Jurupa Unified School District
Jurupa Valley, CA
11.2011 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for students with varying needs.
- Assisted in behavior management, promoting positive interactions and fostering a conducive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators, enhancing instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Led small group interventions aimed at reinforcing skills in reading, math, and social development among students.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for special education students, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Assisted in planning field trips and extracurricular activities that catered to the unique interests of special education students.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
Education
No Degree - Education Specialist Credential
Riverside County of Education
Riverside, CA05-2029
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
National University
San Deigo, CA01-2026
Associate of Arts - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05-2012
Skills
- Classroom support
- Data collection
- Motor skills development
- Disability awareness
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Instructional adaptation
- Assistive technology
- IEP implementation
- Teacher assistance
- Seizure management
- Small group support
- Special education curriculum
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Jurupa Unified School District
11.2011 - Current
No Degree - Education Specialist Credential
Riverside County of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
National University
Associate of Arts - Correctional Science
Chaffey College