1. Developed instructional materials to educate high school students in best practices of early childhood education for application in a prek-3 setting2. Supported students in engaging with and understanding fundamental research on child development from birth through adolescence

VPI+ Program1. Created and adapted lesson plans for virtual and in-person learning settings2. Incorporated music, movement, and frequent positive reinforcement to optimize engagement during teacher directed times

1. Provided individualized support for students to assist them in reaching their IEP goals2. Engaged in community building through the Crayola Color Cycle

• Operated efficiently in an all-inclusive early childhood education setting• Applied undergraduate and graduate level research on best practices for working with students with varying disabilities • Assisted the lead teacher with planning lessons, activities, and specific interventions for students aged 20 months-3 years

• Developed and executed lesson plans spanning multiple subject areas with an emphasis on optimizing cognitive, physical motor, social emotional, and language/literacy development for children ages 3-5• Increased parental awareness by creating personalized portfolios for three children highlighting developmental and academic accomplishments