Mr. Ron DeMuesy | Educational Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

The Ohio State University | United States

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👤 Professional Summary

Ronald W. DeMuesy, Jr., M.Ed., BCBA, is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 23 years of experience delivering trauma-informed, research-driven behavioral support in both educational and private settings. Known for his performance-based, compassionate approach, Ronald has provided leadership at the district and state level, mentored dozens of professionals, and presented widely at local, national, and international conferences. He currently serves as a Behavior Analyst for the Educational Service Center of Franklin County, Lead Consultant at FTF Behavioral Consulting, and Adjunct Instructor at John Carroll University.

🎓 Education

Ronald is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Special Education at The Ohio State University, where he received the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies Distinguished Scholar Award (2025–2026). He holds a Master of Education with a specialization in multiple disabilities from OSU and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Miami University. His doctoral and master’s research focused on compassionate responses to challenging behavior and increasing social interaction using peer confederates.

💼 Professional Experience

Ronald’s diverse experience includes roles as a Behavior Analyst in Dublin City Schools (2005–2024), Lead Consultant at FTF Behavioral Consulting (2021–present), and past service with Pathfinder Progress. He currently leads a regional BCBA team, develops behavior frameworks, and supports multiple districts in the implementation of Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill-Based Treatment (SBT), achieving significant reductions in restraint and seclusion practices.

📚 Teaching Experience

Ronald has taught behavior analysis courses since 2016, including adjunct and guest lecturer roles at John Carroll University, Arizona State University, The Ohio State University, and Capital University. His courses span a wide range of ABA subjects including ethics, supervision, behavioral philosophy, and application in inclusive settings.

🧪 Research Interests & Projects

Ronald’s primary research interests center on compassionate, performance-based behavior support and ethical implementation of behavior analytic practices in school settings. His current and recent research includes studies on teacher training using universal protocols and compassionate approaches to challenging behavior.

🏛️ Academic Citations

Ronald has contributed to peer-reviewed journals and professional textbooks, including a 2025 publication in Education Sciences and a chapter in Applied Behavior Analysis for Clinical, Educational, and Training Applications (Elsevier, 2025). His work has also been featured in the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis (2009) and various practitioner guides.

🛠️ Technical Skills & Certifications

Ronald holds Level 7 Certification with FTF Behavior Consulting, PEAK Level I Certification, and is a Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst. He is a licensed K–12 educator for students with multiple disabilities and a certified PEERs® instructor. He developed two functional analysis iPad apps and created online RBT content for the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI).

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