Michelle Avena Burdo

Michelle Avena Burdo is a qualified Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in various healthcare and educational settings. Currently serving as a School Occupational Therapist for the Clark Board of Education since September 2019, Michelle treats children aged 5-17 with diverse developmental challenges, implements community projects, and conducts evaluations while fostering collaboration with parents and educators. Additional roles include Early Intervention Specialist Independent Contractor at Sunny Days and Per Diem Occupational Therapist at Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute, where Michelle develops customized treatment plans for a wide range of patients. Previous experience encompasses positions at Atlantic Health, Roosevelt Care Center, and Union County Vocational-Technical Schools, among others. Michelle holds a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from Kean University and a Bachelor's Degree in Biology from the same institution.