Professor

• Aug 2017 - Present

NOCE: Disability Student Services (DSS) Tenured Professor - Employ a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to students with Disabilities including but not limited to Learning Disabilities, DHH, Mental Health disabilities, ASD, Visual Impairments, ADHD - Create significant deep-learning experiences in both online and in-person courses - Develop Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and curriculum that allows students with disabilities to expand existing content knowledge and enhance overall independence - Cultivate relationships with community partners for vocational training coursework and student network opportunities - Work to uphold Title V regulations, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and follow ADA law as mandated through DSS and the college district - Continuously update and create supplementary interactive asynchronous and synchronous course materials and canvas blueprints to share interdepartmentally - Assist in developing department-wide strategic planning and curriculum development; serve as a liaison in the school, and the district’s curriculum committees Show less

Curriculum Development & Training Consultant

• 2019 - Present

Curriculum Development: In my curriculum development role, I am dedicated to crafting engaging and inclusive learning experiences for underserved populations and individuals facing significant barriers to career opportunities. My freelance engagements involve collaborating with non-profit organizations and community initiatives prioritizing social impact. Training & Education: Additionally, I have designed and led service training initiatives for staff working with people with disabilities. These projects work to equip educators and support personnel with the necessary skills and knowledge to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for individuals with diverse abilities. Throughout my freelance journey, I have participated in numerous initiatives that foster diversity, inclusivity, and personal growth. By combining my passion for curriculum development and training facilitation, I strive to create meaningful educational experiences that open doors to new opportunities and promote self-sufficiency for all individuals. Show less

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

• Oct 2016 - Sep 2017

- Lead courses through the Disability Support Services Program focused on employment preparation in a classroom equipped with assistive technology - Drawing on and valuing student’s diversity, interests, and developmental learning needs - Lead courses through the Disability Support Services Program focused on employment preparation in a classroom equipped with assistive technology - Drawing on and valuing student’s diversity, interests, and developmental learning needs

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

• Jan 2013 - Jun 2017

Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

• Jun 2011 - Dec 2013

- Provided individual, couples, and family counseling to a range of diverse individuals with mental health disabilities and/or those experiencing deprivation in private practice and residential shelter settings - Partnered with individuals to provide career consulting, therapeutic crisis intervention, anxiety management, trauma, addiction therapy, and depression management - Employed motivational interviewing to assist in setting attainable goals and practicing essential problem-solving skills - Integrated intercultural communication components into teambuilding activities to enhance sensitivity and cohesion in group counseling settings Show less