ABOUT ME
My passion for this field is based on the belief that every child deserves the best possible start in life. Below is a summary of my preparation for this area of study and examples of jobs I have had relating to this field.
Education:
BS in Family and Consumer Sciences from Indiana University of PA with emphasis in Child Development
M.Ed with emphasis on Child Development from Penn State University
Certified as an Infant Massage Instructor from Loving Touch Foundation of Portland, Oregon
Refresher course including new research in Infant Massage completed in 2021
Various enrichment credits required yearly to expand knowledge of Infant Massage
All clearances required to work with children obtained and kept up to date as stated by Pennsylvania law
Experience:
Teacher, including preschool through college level
Child Life Specialist, Pediatric Unit, Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh
Teacher of Infant Massage at the Genesis Parent Learning Center in Bellevue, PA
Volunteer with infants at the Children’s Home of Pittsburgh and Lemieux Family Center
Education Representative for developmentally appropriate activities from Discovery Toys
Raised three children of my own
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