...As the needs of the students within my school changed, the subject taught changed through the years. 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. (read more)
...I am passionate about meeting students where they are and guiding them to improving their academic skillset. While teaching special education, I became proficient in using Orton Gillingham methods. These included programs such as Lindamood Bell and Wilson Reading. (read more)
...I have a Master's degree from Fairfield University with a major in Special Education, and I hold a Professional teaching certificate with the State of Connecticut in Comprehensive Special Education (Grades K - 12). I also have a Wilson Level I certification with the title, Dyslexia Practitioner. ... (read more)
...Before that I was a preschool teacher for about 6 years. I graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with dual degrees in Special and Elementary Education and Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in STEM and Psychology. I have my masters from Fairfield University in Remedial Reading and Language Arts. (read more)