KAYLA WOOD
[email protected] | 559-916-8871 | Fresno, California 93711
Summary
I am a highly motivated, strong willed, passionate individual eager to take on a position in special education. From an early age I
have known I was meant to educate and enrich children. I have 8 years of experience with children and 4 years in special
education. I am an Board Certified Behavior Analysis.
Test preparation Innovative teaching methods
Reading comprehension Confidence building
Extensive knowledge in ABA therapy Relationship development
Foundational knowledge Planning and coordination
Student progress analysis Communications
Personalized learning plans Project organization
Online tutoring
Experience
Special Education Paraprofessional | Rocketship Brilliant Minds | 10/2021– current
Work with the special education department to support student’s needs.
Make positive and productive steps towards student’s IEP goals.
Attended IEP meetings, provided feedback, and took detailed notes for administration.
Navigating challenging behaviors.
Used creative methods to keep the students engaged.
Delivery STAR curriculum.
After School Program Tutor | Big Picture Elementary - Fresno, CA | 10/2018 – 10/2020
Coordinated with other education professionals to tailor tutoring sessions around current curriculum.
Developed lesson plans, enrichment plans, and club material.
Supported students by identifying and addressing specific concerns.
Identified and removed obstacles keeping students from learning, helping to effectively complete homework
tasks on time.
Organized fun, educational activities which allowed students to boost literacy and fluency skills through interactive
learning.
Kept accurate records and provided progress reports to highlight student achievements.
Reinforced classroom learning with additional discussion and specially prepared problems.
Registered Behavior Tech | Learning Arts - Fresno, CA | 03/2017 - 11/2019
Running discrete trials on various programs.
Collecting data.
Managing behaviors.
Coaching parents and family members.
Nurturing social skills.
Following treatment plans.
Education and Training
Fresno Pacific University | Fresno, CA | Expected to graduate 12/2021
Bachelor of Art : Early Child Development
Clovis Community College | Fresno, CA | 12/2019
Associate of Science: Early Childhood Education