...I was a special education teacher for about 10 years. I recently transitioned to the educational technology field and now I am working with special education data systems throughout the Northeast. During my time as a special educator, I received training in a variety of multisensory teaching techniques that allowed me to meet the needs of learners from all backgrounds. (read more)
...For the past five years now, I have specialized in addressing reading issues, particularly dyslexia and other language learning challenges. I am a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner as well as an Orton-Gillingham trained teacher. My teaching approach is student-centered, evidence-based, and focused on fostering a love of learning. (read more)
...During that time I worked with students in the lower school grades one through four. Additionally, I worked at John Cardinal O'Connor School in Irvington for three years teaching second and third grade students with language based learning disabilities. Currently, I am working in the Rye School District as a special education teacher assistant and tutoring reading. (read more)
...I am trained in LLI, Fundations, and The Wilson Reading System. I have a portfolio will samples of student work, data showing growth, and pictures of my classroom experience. I can provide copies of both state certifications (Elementary Education Teacher K-6 and Reading Specialist Birth- Adult) that I hold. (read more)