Christelle Akl
Montreal,Canada
Summary
Experienced Behavior Management Specialist with a Master’s in Educational Psychology and over three years of expertise in coordinating behavioral intervention plans and inclusive education strategies. Proficient in supporting students with diverse needs, training teachers, and implementing evidence-based frameworks such as SEL and RULER. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, with a strong commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments aligned with the IB PYP framework.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Management Specialist
English Montreal School Board (EMSB)
10.2022 - Current
- Managed learning and behavior support for nine elementary schools and four high schools, overseeing individualized behavior intervention plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Delivered professional development workshops on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and the RULER approach, integrating these frameworks into classrooms.
- Mentored Project Harbour workers and trained teachers to effectively implement and monitor behavior strategies.
- Participated in monthly roundtable discussions with the Center of Excellence for Behavior Management, sharing and refining best practices.
- Screened and interviewed childcare workers to ensure high standards in student support roles.
Special Education Technician
English Montreal School Board (EMSB)
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported classroom integration for students with exceptionalities, designing and implementing behavior plans for effective learning outcomes.
- Developed reward systems tailored to student motivation and learning goals.
- Provided ongoing guidance to teachers in managing students’ psycho-social and behavioral needs.
- Supported students with learning disabilities in math and reading using evidence-based strategies.
- Applied the Orton-Gillingham approach for a student with dyslexia.
- Delivered school-wide behavioral support initiatives and de-escalated challenging situations.
- Consistently implemented the Check-In/Check-Out (CICO) strategy for Tier 2 students.
Internship: Early Childhood Development Program
Jewish General Hospital – Child Psychiatry
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted universal screenings every three months using Weschler Fundamentals: Academic Skills.
- Monitored student progress and provided insights for individualized intervention strategies.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions to enhance classroom harmony and student relationships.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Psychology: Inclusive Education
McGill University
Montreal, Quebec06-2022
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Child Studies: Exceptionality and Diversity in Childhood Settings
Concordia University
06-2020
Skills
- Inclusive Education Practices
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Multilingual Communication: English, French, Arabic
- Teacher Training & Leadership
- Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Adaptability to Educational Frameworks (eg, IB PYP)
- Data-Driven Progress Monitoring
References
All references are available upon request.
Awards
- Member of the Golden Key International Honor Society, 2019 - Present
- Graduated with a 3.97 GPA, 06/01/22
- Graduated with distinction, 06/01/20
- John M. Gardiner Award, 2019
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Behavior Management Specialist
English Montreal School Board (EMSB)
10.2022 - Current
Internship: Early Childhood Development Program
Jewish General Hospital – Child Psychiatry
09.2021 - 06.2022
Special Education Technician
English Montreal School Board (EMSB)
01.2021 - 10.2022
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Psychology: Inclusive Education
McGill University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Child Studies: Exceptionality and Diversity in Childhood Settings
Concordia University
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