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Heather Closen serves as Assistant Teaching Professor of Inclusive Early Childhood Education at Bowling Green State University Firelands, a position she has held since 2022. She earned an M.Ed. in Special Education from Kent State University and a B.A. in Psychology from the College of Wooster in 2008. Following her undergraduate studies, Closen accumulated seven years of experience as a teacher, administrator, and after-school tutor. She then advanced her expertise by becoming a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), working as an applied behavior analyst at Reaching New Heights, a pediatric therapy provider in northeastern Ohio. In this role, she supported children with autism and other developmental disabilities and their families, facilitating growth and meaningful connections. Her diverse background in psychology, special education, and applied behavior analysis informs her commitment to preparing educators for inclusive settings, drawing from hands-on experience with children from preschool through upper elementary levels.