Michelle Bushey-Heikkinen
Royal Oak,MI
Summary
Committed to improving learning opportunities for all students, using collaborative work, extending the use of researched-based interventions in all settings. Providing on-going consultation and support to the school team to determine and implement the appropriate behavioral strategies for students experiencing behavioral challenge; Along with training for school personnel throughout the district in positive behavioral supports and interventions, including Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition Teacher
Lamphere Center
11.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
Behavior Interventionist
Lamphere Center
02.2023 - Current
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Trained teachers and staff on how to spot students in need of help and refer for services.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Special Education/CI Teacher
Sharon J. Hardy Elementary
01.2007 - 02.2023
- Committed to improving learning opportunities for all students, using collaborative work, extending the use of researched-based interventions in all settings
- Providing on-going consultation and support to the school team to determine and implement the appropriate behavioral strategies for students experiencing behavioral challenge; Along with training for school personnel throughout the district in positive behavioral supports and interventions, including Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Education
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER(SV) K-12 - Endorsement -
Oakland University
Rochester, MIEMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENT(SE) K-12- Endorsement -
Oakland University
Rochester, MIMasters of Education -
Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MI05.2010
Bachelors of Science - Special Education - Cognitive Impaired
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2006
Skills
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Lesson Planning
- Head Teacher Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Social Skills Development
- Progress Evaluations
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Student Records Management
- Parent Communication
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Material Selection
- Motivating Students
- Skills Development
- Data Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Modifications
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Positive Role Model
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Behavior Modification
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Trained in CPI
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Elementary K-5 all subjects (K-8 All Subjects Self Contained Classroom)
- BCBA- Basic Certification and Credentials - Oakland University
- BCBA- License - In Process
Training Qualifications
- Working with Children with Autism "Tricks of the Trade" to Support General Education Teachers In the Classroom - Developed a manual and trained staff, 10/2010
- Abuse and Neglect Training, 09/2011
- Communication Enhancement-Planned and trained staff, 09/2008 - 2011
- Executive Functioning Training, 10/2011
- Sensory Integration Training-Planned and trained staff, 02/2012
- Presenter at Michigan Council for Exceptional Children, 03/2013
- Presenter at Michigan Council for Exceptional Children Classroom Structure and Management for ASD population, 03/2014
- Supporting Struggling Readers in Content Area Test - Oakland Schools, Winter 2016
- District Problem Solving Team Member
- CPI/CPR- Certified
- WWJ Administer- Current
- Oakland Schools - Road to Reinvention: The Future Depends On It! - Leadership Skills
- Orton Gillingham Certification, 02/2022
Transcripts
- Official Transcript, Upon arrival from Oakland University and Wayne State.
- Unofficial, 2-3 business days from Wayne State.
Endorsements
- AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER(SV) K-12
- EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENT(SE) K-12
Timeline
Transition Teacher
Lamphere Center
11.2023 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Lamphere Center
02.2023 - Current
Special Education/CI Teacher
Sharon J. Hardy Elementary
01.2007 - 02.2023
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER(SV) K-12 - Endorsement -
Oakland University
EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENT(SE) K-12- Endorsement -
Oakland University
Masters of Education -
Oakland University
Bachelors of Science - Special Education - Cognitive Impaired
Wayne State University