HEATHER Honeycutt
Marion
Summary
Dynamic child development professional committed to fostering whole-child growth through individualized learning plans and evidence-based strategies. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing developmental outcomes for children with diverse needs. Skilled in creating classroom environments that promote emotional regulation, resilience, and school readiness.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher – NC Pre-K
McDowell County Schools
MARION
01.2023 - Current
- Lead a state-funded NC Pre-K classroom focused on whole-child development.
- Develop individualized learning plans supporting cognitive, behavioral, language, social-emotional, and physical growth.
- Support children with autism, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, and complex learning needs.
- Collaborate with psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, special educators, administrators, and families.
- Build positive classroom environments promoting emotional regulation, resilience, and school readiness.
- Maintain developmental assessments, confidential documentation, and progress monitoring.
Behavior Technician (ABA)
Clear Way Autism
MARION
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Delivered one-on-one ABA therapy under BCBA supervision.
- Implemented Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
- Collected behavioral data and documented treatment progress.
- Utilized AAC devices and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams to promote skill generalization.
Teacher Assistant / Interim Lead Teacher
McDowell County Schools
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Implemented differentiated instruction and social-emotional supports to enhance student success.
- Facilitated inclusive classrooms for children with diverse developmental needs to promote engagement and learning.
- Collaborated with families and educational specialists to support student needs.
- Ensured classroom compliance and maintained documentation for effective program delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Birth-to-Kindergarten Education
Western Carolina University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Early Childhood Credentials I & II -
Skills
- Child Development
- Behavioral Health
- Autism Support
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Principles
- Therapeutic Play
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Developmental Disabilities
- Parent Coaching
- Developmental Screening
- Progress Monitoring
- Child Observation
- Teaching Strategies GOLD
- Creative Curriculum
- Emotional Regulation
- Individualized Instruction
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Healthcare Experience
- Surgical Technology
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA & FERPA Awareness
- Documentation & Compliance
- ECATS
- Microsoft Office
- Educational technology
- Child development
- NC teaching credential
Certification
- Adult First Aid, CPR & AED (All Ages)
- Comprehensive IMSE Orton-Gillingham Training
Accomplishments
- Magna Cum Laude
- Hattie Strong Scholarship Recipient
- Teacher Assistant of the Year
Core Expertise
- Child Development
- Behavioral Health
- Autism Support
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Principles
- Therapeutic Play
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Developmental Disabilities
- Family Education
- Parent Coaching
- Developmental Screening
- Progress Monitoring
- Child Observation
- Teaching Strategies GOLD
- Creative Curriculum
- Emotional Regulation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom & Program Leadership
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Healthcare Experience
- Surgical Technology
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA & FERPA Awareness
- Documentation & Compliance
- ECATS
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Behavior Technician (ABA)
Clear Way Autism
01.2026 - 05.2026
Lead Teacher – NC Pre-K
McDowell County Schools
01.2023 - Current
Teacher Assistant / Interim Lead Teacher
McDowell County Schools
01.2018 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Birth-to-Kindergarten Education
Western Carolina University