Music Education in the Special Education Setting
Thomas Bowman
Behavioral Health Technician
Northville,MI
Summary
Proactive Music Education/Vocal Performance major currently attending Wayne State University, with 2+ years of work experience. I am aiming to build upon a proven knowledge of special- needs instruction, conflict resolution, and adaptive teaching methods skills to successfully fill the Behavioral Health Technician role at your company. Frequently praised as detail-oriented by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Student Activities Board Member
Michigan School Vocal Music Association Student
Big Rapids, MI
10.2021 - Current
- Worked with fellow Music Education students in developing and planning activities and workshops for presentation at the Michigan Music Conference.
- Worked to establish an MSVMA presence at Wayne State University.
- Helped recruit new colleges to join the Student Activities Board.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Strident Healthcare
Farmington Hills, MI
06.2020 - Current
- Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff
- Observe and influence patients' behavior, communicating and interacting with them and teaching, counseling, or befriending them
- Encourage patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, or other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships
- Develop or teach strategies to promote client wellness and independence
- Lead prescribed individual or group therapy sessions as part of specific therapeutic procedures
- Administer Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy to children on the autism spectrum.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Centria Healthcare
Farmington Hills, MI
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff
- Encourage patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, or other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships
- Develop or teach strategies to promote client wellness and independence
- Aid patients in performing tasks, such as bathing or keeping beds, clothing, or living areas clean.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education/Vocal Performance
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
Detroit, MI 09.2020 - Current
Associate - Arts
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI 08.2018 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Northville High School
Northville, MI 09.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
Microsoft Office and Google Docs
Activity monitoring
Documentation skills
Written Communication
Good Telephone Etiquette
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Registered Behavioral Technician Training
Interests
The Evolution of the Choral Ensemble and Performance Decorum
Timeline
Student Activities Board Member
Michigan School Vocal Music Association Student
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Music - Music Education/Vocal Performance
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
09.2020 - Current
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Strident Healthcare
06.2020 - Current
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Centria Healthcare
06.2019 - 06.2020
Associate - Arts
Schoolcraft College
08.2018 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Northville High School
09.2014 - 06.2018