Emily Bedard

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About Emily Bedard

Current graduate student obtaining a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Studies from UMass Lowell, and a Graduate Certificate in Teaching Bilingual Learners with Disabilities from Lasell University. Skilled in time management, autism spectrum disorders, creating enriching curriculum for all ages and abilities, and leadership. Recipient of the UMass Lowell/Lasell University Interdisciplinary Personnel Preparation Program (UML-LIPP) grant, a fully funded scholarship opportunity for future BCBA’s and special educators that focuses on the collaboration between behavior analysts and special educators when serving school-age students with disabilities. Current work includes being a passionate leader and Resident Advisor at UMass Lowell as well as being a flexible and knowledgeable Lead Behavior Technician at Behavioral Concepts, Inc, maintaining a caseload of 7 clients and overseeing their parent education, treatment planning, case management, and protocol modification. Spring 2022 Summa Cum Laude and Honors graduate of UMass Lowell with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in Developmental Disabilities and a minor in Education. Successfully presented Honors College thesis entitled “Gender and Disability: An Analysis of Past Shortcomings and Future Possibilities” to the UMass Lowell undergraduate psychology faculty. Previous work in Applied Behavior Analysis includes being a Teaching Assistant/Special Education Paraprofessional at the May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in Wilmington, MA. Previous work in childcare includes working as the Arts & STEM Director and Integration Camp Counselor at Camp Elmwood of the North Attleboro YMCA, as well as working as a Group Leader at the YMCA School’s Out after-school program. Previous work in retail includes being a dedicated cashier and task team member at ULTA Beauty. Special effects & editorial freelance makeup artist. Instagram: emilyb.mua