Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Additional Skills
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Veronica Lopez

Riverside

Summary

Experienced in implementing behavioral strategies and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, with nearly ten years of experience supporting students with diverse needs. Adept at navigating high pressure situations, fast-paced environments, and unexpected challenges while maintaining professionalism and efficiency. Proficient in managing multiple responsibilities, meeting deadlines, and balancing independent leadership with collaborative teamwork. Personable, patient, and adaptable with a strong commitment to promoting respect, inclusion, and individualized support among students and staff.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intensive Behavior Interventions Assistant

Riverside Unified School District
Riverside, CA
03.2021 - Current
  • Tracked student data and behaviors
  • Implemented a variety of instructional and behavioral strategies including Discrete Trial Teachings, Applied Behavior Analysis, Picture Exchange Communication System, Argumentive and Alternative Communication Devices, and Token Economy Systems to support students' social-emotional, behavioral, independent, and academic growth
  • Implemented Individualized Education Plans and Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Effectively communicated academic curriculum across a variety of settings including whole-group, small-group, one-on-one, classroom, and community based environments
  • Collaborated and strategized with Intensive Behavior Intervention Supervisors, teachers, parents, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and site counselors to support and address students' individual needs
  • Facilitated the integration of outside agency aides into RUSD settings when their services were required including training new staff on classroom management techniques, classroom technology, and other educational tools
  • Prepared and curated instructional materials such as worksheets, projects, visual aides, and manipulatives to support student learning
  • Promoted a culture of respect and inclusion site wide to foster positive relationships among students and staff from diverse backgrounds
  • Coordinated with other instructional assistants to ensure consistent implementation of classroom procedures and expectations
  • Assisted educators in the planning and execution of field trips and educational community based outings that provided hands-on learning experiences for students
  • Managed classroom material inventory

Instructional Assistant Special Ed. II

Riverside Unified School District
Riverside, CA
08.2018 - 03.2021
  • Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson delivery and student engagement
  • Documented academic and student behavior
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implemented individualized behavior and education plans to meet students' needs
  • Facilitated small and whole-group activities to enhance student understanding of core subjects
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address student behavioral and academic challenges
  • Participated in professional development workshops for continuous improvement of instructional practices
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times
  • Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visuals aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing multimedia resources and interactive activities in lesson plans

Substitute Instructional Assistant Special Ed. II

Riverside Unified School District
Riverside, CA
12.2017 - 08.2018
  • Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson implementation and student engagement
  • Documented academic and student behavior
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implemented individualized behavior and education plans to meet students' needs
  • Facilitated small and whole-group activities to enhance student understating of core subjects
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address student behavioral and academic challenges
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks and recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times
  • Prepared instructional materials
  • Learned and utilized core technology and other academic resources to help students succeed

Education

Associate of Science - Science

Mt San Jacinto
San Jacinto, CA
12-2025

Associate of Science - Psychology

Riverside City College
Riverside, CA
12-2017

Skills

  • Excel in conflict resolution
  • Self-motivated
  • Reliable team member
  • Patient and flexible
  • Fast learner
  • Detail oriented and organized
  • Collaborative
  • Strong rapport building skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Certification

  • CPR [2026]
  • First Aid [2026]
  • EpiPen [2026]
  • Peer Employment Training [2017-Present]

Timeline

Intensive Behavior Interventions Assistant

Riverside Unified School District
03.2021 - Current

Instructional Assistant Special Ed. II

Riverside Unified School District
08.2018 - 03.2021

Substitute Instructional Assistant Special Ed. II

Riverside Unified School District
12.2017 - 08.2018

Associate of Science - Science

Mt San Jacinto

Associate of Science - Psychology

Riverside City College

Additional Skills

  • Microsoft 365 [Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint]
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Media Marketing
  • Data entry
  • 60 WPM
  • 10-Key
Veronica Lopez