Rhianna Heim

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Adjunct Professor

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Education

M.S., School Psychology, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

B.A., Psychology, Temple University

Rhianna Heim, M.S., BCBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Specialist with experience supporting students across K–12 educational settings. She currently works in the Wissahickon School District, where she conducts Functional Behavior Assessments, develops Positive Behavior Support Plans, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to implement data-driven, evidence-based interventions. Her work also includes analyzing school-wide PBIS data and providing coaching to educators and staff to enhance behavioral outcomes for students.

Rhianna serves as an Adjunct Professor at °µÍø½ûÇø, where she teaches undergraduate and graduate coursework in applied behavior analysis. Her teaching emphasizes the application of ABA principles in real-world educational settings, with a focus on assessment, intervention, and data-based decision making. She is passionate about preparing future educators and behavior analysts who are committed to supporting students with autism spectrum disorder and other diverse learning needs.

Research Interests

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in school settings

  • Functional Behavior Assessment and intervention design
  • PBIS and data-based decision making
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder and communication development
  • Staff training and classroom behavior support

Courses Taught

  • EDSP-308-P, EDUN-308-P: Positive Management Strategies in Special Education
  • MABA 539: Performance Management and Organizational Behavior Management

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy centers on bridging theory and practice to prepare students for meaningful work in educational and clinical settings. I emphasize the application of applied behavior analysis principles through real-world examples, case-based learning, and data-driven decision making. I strive to create an engaging and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate, and develop practical skills they can confidently implement in the field.