Missy Rupprecht
Pelham
Summary
Compassionate and creative Board Certified Behavior Analyst, seeking a full time position as a BCBA to help make a difference in the lives of the students, teachers and families at Billerica High School by developing least restrictive behavior intervention plans that increase desired behaviors and decrease interfering behaviors.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Director / BCBA
Nashoba Learning Group
10.2008 - Current
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Created and implemented Individualized Behavior Intervention Plans for students ages 9-22, reducing challenging behaviors and increasing desired behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Streamlined data collection processes by creating user-friendly tracking systems that facilitated timely decision-making based on accurate information.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Created Individualized Education Plans with approximately 70+ objectives in total.
- Guided families through the process of understanding and supporting behavior change through monthly in school consults and promoting generalization through monthly home consults.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques as needed, ensuring student and staff safety during critical incidents.
- Assisted students in exploring puberty, emotions, behavior and relationships through various programs.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, and communication.
- Helped pioneer a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, promoting equity, and enhancing workplace diversity through strategic programs and advocacy.
- Created and implemented a wide variety of vocational programming for students age 14 and up.
- Acted as a Mentoring Circle Leader to help create and run staff workshops such as; Team Building, Giving and Receiving Feedback, Leadership, and Self-Care.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA05-2015
Master of Science - Counseling- Specialization With Athletes
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05-2004
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Creative Thinking
- Working Well Under Pressure
- Ability to Multitask
- Excellent Communication
- Strong DEI Advocate
Timeline
Clinical Director / BCBA
Nashoba Learning Group
10.2008 - Current
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Bay Path University
Master of Science - Counseling- Specialization With Athletes
Springfield College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Springfield College
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