About Me

Experienced Assistive Technology Specialist

Private Assistive Technology Consultant since 2016
20+ years in Education as a Special Education Teacher, Teacher Specialist and Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist in both private and public education
Able to develop and implement technology solutions for students with autism, learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorders, intellectual disabilities, orthopedic impairments and more diverse needs ages 3-22
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Experience with navigating complex IEP's
Presenter on various education topics (Including Inclusion Tools and Strategies, Improving Communication Access Through AAC, and Low/High Tech Solutions for Our Most Challenging Learners) for Parents and Educators
Assessment Certificates in AT/AAC, Education Specialist Credential, M.A. in Special Education

Areas of Expertise

Reading, Writing and Mathematics Tools for Curriculum Access
Alternative-Augmentative Communication (AAC) Communication Apps and Devices
Program Design and Strategies for Inclusion, Study Skills and Executive Functioning Deficits
Modifications/Accommodations to Support Access to Common Core Curriculum

Services Available

Assistive Technology Assessments- virtual and in-person
Alternative-Augmentative Communication (AAC) Assessments
Inclusion Assessments to determine appropriate accommodations/modifications
Student, Teacher, Staff and Family Training and Consultation
Device Programming & Technical Support
Professional Development & Presentations
Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)