Staff
Stephanie Beaulieu, MA BCBA
Founder and Owner
Stephanie Beaulieu received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in June of 2007 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in November 2007. Stephanie has founded and co-founded multiple successful companies in her professional career, including SandyToes Behavior Consultation, Academy of Excellence in Learning, Center for Behavior Intervention, and Olive Tree School House.
Stephanie has served in many environments including private practices, therapeutic day schools, state funded residential facilities, state operated facilities, and early intervention programs. Stephanie has served on multiple Human Rights Committees and Behavior Management Committees as well.
Lindsay Rice Michalewicz, MA, BCBA
Founder and Owner
Lindsay has been working with children and adults diagnosed with a variety of neurological and developmental disabilities for 20+ years. Lindsay learned at a young age that the unique needs of special populations would determine her future path. In 1999, Lindsay began her studies at Eastern Illinois University where she graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. After graduating from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Lindsay quickly incorporated Dynamic Behavior Consulting, LTD to immediately apply her newly acquired skills, knowledge, and abilities to serve individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. After several years of private practice Lindsay met and teamed up with fellow BCBA, Stephanie Beaulieu, with the goal of servicing a larger population. Following successful experiences contracting with large agencies, school districts, and hospital groups, Lindsay and Stephanie founded Academy of Excellence in Learning, Inc. and Center for Behavior Intervention, Inc. in 2012. Lindsay continues to passionately dedicate all her efforts to address the needs of individuals and families in multiple environments with respect and dignity, ensuring the unique needs of all learners are met with the most researched and effective treatments and educational methods.
Ms. Heather Welz
Senior Teacher
We are proud to have Ms. Heather Welz as our Teacher at Ampersand Schoolhouse! Heather has gained an excellent foundation for early childhood education through her experiences and is excited to use these experiences and apply them to the Montessori classroom at Ampersand Schoolhouse.
A message fron Heather:
"My name is Heather Welz, this will be my fifth-year teaching Montessori! I started out assisting in a Montessori class and instantly fell in love with the method. Previously I have worked in other small setting preschool and working with children from infants through middle school. I have completed my Montessori Credentials with the American Montessori Society through Seton Montessori Institute. I love being able to bring nature into education and teach children about the world around them. I enjoy hiking, reading, photography and spending time at the barn riding and caring for my horses."