Diamond Hamilton Waller
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
I am a BCBA(Board Certified Behavior Analyst) with experience across home, clinic, and school settings, supporting students with diverse behavioral needs. Skilled in developing and implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and using data-driven decision-making to improve outcomes. Experienced in collaborating with educators, IEP teams, and families, and training staff to implement interventions with fidelity. Integrates social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies to support skill development and positive behavior. Committed to ethical, evidence-based practices that promote socially significant outcomes and access to the least restrictive environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Emotional Learning Specialist
Saline School District
Saline, Michigan
07.2022 - Current
- Remain current on best practices in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
- Deliver social-emotional learning lessons to whole-class and small groups using district-approved curriculum.
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, social workers, BCBAs, MTSS teams, and other staff to address student behavioral and SEL needs.
- Assist teachers in identifying and developing individualized behavior interventions grounded in ABA to promote positive behavior change and academic success.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to guide treatment decisions and monitor student progress.
- Conduct student observations and functional analysis to guide intervention.
- Develop behavior response scripts to support staff consistency, reduce escalation, promote self-regulation and replacement behaviors.
- Led crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies.
- Train and support staff, teachers, and parents in evidence-based behavior management and intervention strategies.
- Participate in parent- teacher conferences, IEPs, SEL team meetings, and other department/ building- level meetings to share student progress and recommended goals
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Registered Behavior Therapist
Saline School District
Saline, Michigan
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIP's), created by Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Provide direct client care in one on one and group settings
- Collect and submit data needed for functional behavioral assessment and behavior intervention plans
- Provide direct consultation to BCBA, specific to analysis of data and recommendations for modification or revisions to BIP's
- Model implementation of BIP's for paraprofessionals and staff
- Communicated with stakeholders regarding client progress
- Maintain client confidentiality
- Develop a checklist to ensure fidelity of behavior intervention implementation.
Registered Behavior Therapist
Acorn Health
Plymouth, Michigan
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided individualized, one-on-one ABA therapy to clients in home / clinic
- Implemented treatment plans and behavior reduction protocols under BCBA supervision.
- Collected and analyzed data using specialized technology and software.
- Conducted didactic and field training for new hires to ensure treatment fidelity and best practices.
- Acted as a company ambassador, representing organizational values and promoting services.
Assistant Special Education Teacher
Chelsea School District
Chelsea, Michigan
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with teacher consultants and grade-level teachers to develop tailored strategies for individual student success
- Planned individualized lessons addressing specific reading, writing, math, and behavioral needs of students
- Communicated with families daily regarding student achievement and goals
- Differentiated learning daily through customized lesson plans to meet diverse student needs
Education
Master of Science - Psychology: Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06-2022
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Health services with a minor in Psychology and Holistic health and Wellness
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06-2018
Skills
- Staff, Parent, and Teacher consulting
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation Strategies
- Effective Communication & Team Collaboration
- Cultural Competence & Inclusive Practices
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Licensed Behavior Analyst
- CPR Certified - Emergency response training
- CPI Certified - Crisis Prevention and Intervention strategies
- SWIS Trained - School-Wide Information System data tracking and analysis
- AIM (Accept, Identify, Move) Certified - Evidence-based social-emotional learning and behavior intervention framework grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles
References
Reference available upon request
Timeline
Social Emotional Learning Specialist
Saline School District
07.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Therapist
Saline School District
09.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Behavior Therapist
Acorn Health
08.2019 - 09.2021
Assistant Special Education Teacher
Chelsea School District
08.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Psychology: Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Health services with a minor in Psychology and Holistic health and Wellness
Western Michigan University