Welcome to the Behavior Education Connection!
In this episode, we talk about the unique perspectives behavior analysts bring when they take on leadership roles as school administrators.
Our guest for this episode is Jessica Olesevich, Assistant Principal and BCBA in Stafford County Public Schools.
We'll discuss:
- Different paths to leadership and skills to develop along the way;
- How to connect with wider audiences once a leadership role has been obtained;
- Ways to stay grounded in science while still growing in new roles;
And more!
For more information, check out the Virginia Public Schools Behavior Analyst Website: https://sites.google.com/odu.edu/vapsban/home
Guest Speaker:
Jessica Olesevich, MEd, BCBA, LBA is an Assistant Principal at Conway Elementary School, part of Stafford County Public Schools. Previously, she has worked as a teacher, behavior specialist, and behavior analyst in public school settings.
Host:
Selena J. Layden, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Movement Studies and Special Education at Old Dominion University. Dr. Layden earned her doctorate degree from the College of William & Mary in Education Policy, Planning, and Leadership with an emphasis in Special Education Administration and her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. Prior to joining the faculty at ODU, Dr. Layden worked in multiple school divisions focusing on challenging behavior and children with autism spectrum disorder. She was also the Assistant Director of Training at the Autism Center for Excellence at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Layden’s research interests focus on providing effective professional development for school personnel, improving the implementation of evidence-based practices in schools, particularly for students with autism spectrum disorder, and school-based behavior analysts.
Music:
Finding Peace by Remember the Future, from Shutterstock Music
