Sara Midura Smith
Engagement & Behavior Specialist | Certified in Applied Educational Neuroscience | Trauma-Informed & Nervous System Aligned Education Advocate
- Role
- Engagement & Behavior Specialist at Northwest Education Services
- Location
- Traverse City, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Sara Midura Smith
At the Intersection of Mental Health and EducationDynamic and forward-thinking educator. Extensive experience in education and mental health, specializing in special education, curriculum development, and behavioral management through a trauma-informed lens. I’ve received my Master\'s in Effective Teaching & Leadership and certification in Applied Educational Neuroscience. I enjoy applying this expertise to support both educators and students in addressing emotional and behavioral needs in a nervous system aligned way. I am also the published first author of \"Supportive Transition Planning for Adolescents Transitioning From Psychiatric Hospitalization to School: A Systematic Literature Review and Framework of Practices.\"Current roles-Engagement & Behavior Specialist for a regional educational service agency in Northern Michigan, working with adults to support students receiving Tier 3 emotional and safety-related interventions. I also provide training and coaching for staff on de-escalation and support strategies as a certified Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) instructor-Freelance Presenter in Applied Educational Neuroscience and transitions from acute psychiatric care to schools-Independent Contractor with Revelations in Education, collaborating with Dr. Lori Desautels, a leader in Applied Educational Neuroscience.Previously-Middle School Teacher at a center-based program for students with emotional impairments (20••••22)-Educational Liaison on a child and adolescent behavioral health unit at Riley Hospital for Children (20••••20), bridging mental health and educational needs. Recognized as a Top 25 Indiana Teacher of the Year.
Experience
Engagement & Behavior Specialist
Aug 2022 — Present · Traverse City, MI, US
Education
Butler University
Elementary Education
2012 — 2016
Butler University
Master of Science - MS
2018 — 2020
Butler University
Certification in Applied Educational Neuroscience
2017 — 2018
Cherokee High School
High School
2008 — 2012
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