Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information
Name: Elizabeth Speer
Phone: Available upon request
E-mail: elizabeth.j.rinke@gmail.com
Professional Certification
Board Certified Behavior Analyst 11/30/2014
Education
University: Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Program: Education-Curriculum and Instruction, Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration
Degree: Master of Education
Graduation: August 2014
University: Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Major: Elementary Education
Minors: Language Arts, Mathematics
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Education
Graduation: April 2008
Professional and Educational Experience
The Early Intervention Center, Troy, MI
Clinical Director, January 2015-December 2015
 Manage clinical and business operations for an ABA clinic for children with autism ages
2-11, with caseloads ranging from 6-12 clients.
 Hire and train all staff
 Monitor treatment integrity
 Summarize, analyze, and interpret data
 Administer VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, and/or Essentials for Living assessments, interpret results, and develop treatment goals
 Develop appropriate skill acquisition programs
 Conduction functional behavior assessments and develop behavior intervention plans
 Collaborate with and train parents
 Collaborate and consult with other professionals to provide continuity of care
 Report on client progress and oversee transition plans
Assistant Clinical Director, May 2013-December 2014

 Summarize, analyze, and interpret data
 Aid in development and monitoring of treatment plan goals
 Provide observations and feedback for employees and clients
 Administer VB-MAPP or ABLLS-R for all clients
 Define clear goals, perform task analyses, and create ABA programs for clients
 Aid in Performing functional behavior assessments and developing behavior intervention plans
 Consult and meet with parents and other professionals to provide continuity of care to clients
 Assist in Managing staff of eight employees
 Assist in selection, hiring, and training of all new employees
Supervisor, June 2009-April 2013
 Monitor treatment plan goals and report to Clinical Director
 Monitor behavior intervention plan data and report to Clinical Director
 Aid in conducting functional assessments
 Aid in administering VB-MAPP or ABLLS-R
 Monitor and supervise staff
 Aid in staff training
Behavior Technician, May 2008-May 2009
 Implement behavior intervention plans as directed
 Implement discrete trial training and natural environment training with all clients
 Implement toileting and daily living protocols
 Tri-Care Certified ABA Tutor
Oak Park Public Schools, Oak Park, MI
Substitute Teacher, March 2008-June 2008
 Carry out lesson plans
 Manage classrooms for grades kindergarten-12, including special education classrooms (all subjects).
Einstein Elementary, Oak Park Public Schools, Oak Park, MI
Intern Teacher, January 2008-April 2008
 Teach all academic subjects to twenty-nine third grade students of varying ability levels
 Follow state and district standards to prepare lessons and develop IEP goals
 Implement a variety of teaching strategies: whole group instruction, center-based instruction, focus groups, and one-on-one instruction.
 Provide a multi-faceted approach to teaching subject matter using a variety of manipulatives, technology, and inquiry-based processes.
Milwood Elementary, Kalamazoo Public Schools, Kalamazoo, MI
Intern Teacher, August 2007-December 2007

 Teach Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts to a diverse group of twentythree first grade students
 Follow state and district standards to create lesson plans and develop IEP goals
 Utilize group discussion and inquiry-based processes to address misconceptions and help students to construct understanding.
 Maintain a positive and structured classroom environment
Professional Interests
Applied Behavior Analysis
 Early intervention for children with autism
 Verbal behavior
 Training others to implement ABA effectively and appropriately
Education
 Reading and comprehension instruction for children with autism
 Mathematics and money management instruction for individuals with autism