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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