Helping California Schools meet the AT needs of their students
"For most of us, technology makes things easier. For a person with a disability, it makes things possible." -Judy Huemann
About Me
Experienced Assistive Technology Specialist
- 22+ years in Education as a Special Education Teacher, Teacher Specialist and Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist.
- Able to develop and implement technology solutions for students with autism, learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorders, intellectual disabilities, orthopedic impairments, visual and hearing impairments, health impairments, and more diverse needs ages 3-22.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience with complex IEP's and complicated student profiles.
- Presenter on various education topics such as inclusion, communication, and diverse and challenging learners for Parents and Educators.
- Instructor, "Assistive Technology Specialist Certificate" Course for specialists and educators in K-12 educational settings.
- Co-Founder of California's "AT Network," a professional organization dedicated to networking and resources for related professions in the assistive technology field.
- I first started in the field of disabilities as an undergraduate at the UCLA Behavior Clinic for Children, currently known as the Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention (LIFE.)
Areas of Expertise
- Reading, Writing and Mathematics Tools for Curriculum Access
- Alternative-Augmentative Communication (AAC) Communication Apps and Devices
- Accessibility Features, Apps and Programs to Address Study Skills and Executive Functioning Deficits
- Modifications/Accommodations to Support Access to Common Core Curriculum
Services Available
- Assistive Technology Assessments for Curriculum Access
- Alternative-Augmentative Communication (AAC) Assessments
- Student, Teacher, Staff and Family Training and Consultation Services
- Device Programming & Technical Support
- Professional Development & Presentations
- Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)
- All Services Available In-Person or Remotely
Parent and Educator
I'm a graduate of UCLA and California State University, Los Angeles. I have my M.A. and teaching credential in Special Education, Assessment Certifications in Assistive Technology and Alternative-Augmentative Communication (AAC) and my Administrative Services Credential.
I live in Los Angeles with my husband, our twins and our dog. My kids are unique learners and I've sat on both sides of the IEP meeting as both a professional and a parent.
Recently, I was interviewed for the Bloomberg News, "Apps That Are Defining Accessibility" for my work with students with visual impairments. Check out the full article!
My twin sister Elizabeth (right) is a veteran general education teacher who often provides practical insight on my technology solutions, especially regarding students in inclusion placements. She recently co-presented with me at a technology conference.
My recent presentation focused on tools for students struggling during remote learning,
Contact Me
Helping California schools meet the assistive technology needs of their students.
Please contact me for my resume and rate sheet.
Los Angeles, California, United States
