I have more than 25 years of experience working with neurodiverse children in a variety of settings and capacities. I have worked as a special education teacher in the public schools, ABA therapist, ABA consultant, autism consultant at the university of Washington, therapist and parent educator and mom to a wonderful son with autism. I have training in social skills training, ABA, PECS, discrete trial teaching, sensory integration, pivotal response training, Denver Early Start Model, positive behavioral supports, and inclusion.
I have an eclectic teaching style. I like to incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and methodologies because I believe the most important component of any education is individualization so that it builds on the interests and strengths of the student. I love finding creative ways to help people enjoy learning and work to the best of their abilities. I believe any child can learn, given the right tools and environment. I take material requests into consideration! I know that working with neuro-diverse learners can often present special challenges that need creative solutions. Feel free to message me if there is a specific type of material you need or you need a specific picture(s) in a product, and I will see what I can do.
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University of Washington: Work towards obtaining a PhD in Early Childhood Special Education & Autism Spectrum Disorders University of Kansas: Masters in Early Childhood Special Education with an emphasis in Autism Spectrum Disorders Wichita State University: Bachelors in Elementary Education
I live in Washington state with my husband and 4 very fun and active children.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Reading, Specialty, Science, Special Education, ESL-EFL-ELL, Life Skills, Classroom Management, School Counseling, Character Education, Child Care, Holidays/Seasonal, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Speech Therapy, Winter, Valentine's Day, Spring, Occupational Therapy, Handwriting, Early Intervention, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning