I am a positive and experienced college graduate with many years of experience working with children with special needs! I have spent 2 years working as an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) providing individualized support to children aged 3-17 with Autism, down syndrome, and other developmental delays. I adored this work, and became adept at play-based communication, AAC/sign language/PEC methods of communication, behavior deescalation, and bathroom assistance. In addition to my work as an RBT, I was a nanny to a 9yo boy with ASD and his 5yo little sister, and I helped with homework, school pickups, and food preparation as well as lots of playing! My approach to working with any child, especially those with special needs, is to learn how they prefer to engage in order to build relationships. No child is unreachable, and I have no shame when it comes to playing silly, matching stims, or learning about your child's special interest. I would love to help your child thrive!