I am a practical consultant assisting organizations in making their vision of supporting people with disabilities a reality.
8years of classroom experience as well as application of skills in community based programs.
Areas of Strength
Home Care of people with disabilities
Vocational Programing
Primary Education for people with disabilities
Communication and Language Support |
 Contact Mary McPherson
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Area of Expertise: |
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Social, Education, Gender, Youth, Child
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Professional Experience: |
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Resourceful teacher who works with families and teachers to build independent living skills for children. I have worked in american public schools and an international private school servicing children with unique learning profiles. I am constantly teaching and consulting with teachers to help them meet the needs of the students in their classes.
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Education: |
University of Maryland, College Park
Undergraduate Degree: Special Education with focus in Severe and Profound Needs.
Master's Degree: Learning Disabilities and Emotional Disturbance
Life Experience: Grew up in an inclusive household and neighborhood, Americorps teacher in W. Philadelphia, Charter School teacher in Washington DC, Title 1 Special Needs Teacher in Maryland, Learning Support Specialist in the Netherlands, Disability Specialist in Almaty Kazakhstan, Disability Specialist and Trainor in Harare, Zimbabwe
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
Holland Ladies Gaelic Football Captain
FunShine Committee
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Available for: |
- Consulting assignments
- Job opportunities
- Internships / Fellowships
- Being headhunted – make me an
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Years of Experience:
5-10 years |
Highest Qualification:
Masters |
Languages:
English |
Nationality:
United States
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