I graduated from Benedict College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Child and Family Development. While in college, I joined the Army Reserves. I served for 8 years and learned valuable skills that I still use today such as never giving up on a goal. After graduating, I began teaching at a private school in Columbia. During my 8 years of teaching, I taught kindergarten through second grade. I REALLY enjoyed teaching! But when I researched the field of Early Intervention, I knew I found what I LOVED! I began working as an Early Interventionist (EI) in 2007 and quickly became an EI supervisor by 2009. I have worked as an Early Interventionist Supervisor for two different agencies before partnering with Laura to start About Play. We are passionate about helping children with developmental delays and their families so I knew About Play would be a perfect fit. Here at About Play early intervention, we believe children and their families need quality services while making learning fun through play. Although some children have disabilities or developmental delays, I believe ALL children CAN learn and strive to reach their developmental milestones.
In 2017, I became a Crisis Management Instructor. I am proud to teach crisis prevention and behavioral strategies to our staff in order to elevate the quality of our services to families. In 2019, I became a certified infant massage instructor. Obtaining this certification gave me the opportunity to learn different techniques to help babies feel nurtured and also help parents strengthen the bond between them and their baby. It is fulfilling knowing that I am able to teach parents how to help their baby feel relaxed which will help them sleep better.
My favorite quote from being a teacher to being an EI is:
“If you give a man a fish, he will eat for a day. But if you teach him how to fish, he will eat for a lifetime.” – Chinese Proverb
I reside in Columbia, S.C. with my family. My husband and I have two children and two granddaughters. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking, playing softball and Zumba classes! I am a positive person and so I try to turn every situation into having a positive outcome.
