» Education: Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education

» Worked in childcare for 20+ years: baby-sitter, tutor and nanny for families in the Cleveland, Buffalo, and Rochester areas

» Special Education teacher in an integrated preschool classroom for 2 years

» Tutored for a family with three children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and worked closely with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Autism

» Behavior consultant/specialist working with individuals with intellectual disabilities (e.g. ASD, ADHD) and mental health disorders for over 12 years

» Mom of 3