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Sarah Aitken

 

Director of Admissions

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Frank Alves

 

Teacher - Salamanders 1

B.S. in Psychology from Bridgewater State University
M.Ed. in Special Education from Bridgewater State University
Massachusetts Licensed Special Education Teacher in Moderate Disabilities (5-12)
Massachusetts Licensed in General Science

Years Working With Children: 13 years

Frank’s experience working with children began in 1998 as a residential counselor in private special education schools for adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues.  He continued to pursue his educational goals while working as a counselor for various schools.  Frank excelled in behavioral management and crisis intervention and in 2004 was appointed a Residential House Manager position and was responsible for managing an 18 student residential home.  In 2006, he completed his Bachelors of Science degree and focused his attention to teaching.  Frank became a teacher in September of 2006 and has been teaching ever since. He has experience teaching all curriculum subjects but enjoys and prefers to teach Science and Math.  Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are Frank’s favorite subject areas.  He enjoys spending time with his family at home and is pursuing an advance degree in education. Frank aspires to become a License Special Education Administrator and hopes to earn a Doctoral Degree in Education Leadership in the near future.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

•           Behavior Management
•           CPR and First Aid Certified
•           Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification
•           United States Marine Corps (Reserve) 1995-2001 Honorable Discharge

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Deanna Asselin

Chief Financial Officer

B.S. in Accounting - University of Southern Maine

Deanna Asselin has been with Milestones since 2004. Her dedication to Milestones and its mission of providing quality services to children with special needs and their families has proved to be immeasurable.

Deanna comes to Milestones with many years of experience in all aspect of accounting, office administration, and management. Her broad and solid foundation of working in small offices, medium sized businesses, and global corporations has provided her with a vast knowledge base particularly well suited for Milestones.

During her tenure at Milestones the company as grown substantially in size (its literal office space and number of staff) and scope (the addition of two new divisions, The School for Accelerated Learning and Milestones: The Center for Developmental Medicine) and much of this growth is due to her talent, knowledge and determination.

When Deanna is not working she enjoys spending time with her family.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Ben Beatty-Owens

 

Teacher-Geckos 2

 

BA in History and Secondary Education from Warren Wilson College in Asheville North, Carolina
Years working with Children: 3 Years

Ben has a large repertoire of experience working with school age children. He has worked with gifted and talented students through the Duke University T.I.P program. He has worked on on one in an Elementary School, as well as taught social studies at the high school level. He has experience working in a Mental Health facility for youth in North Carolina, which included equine therapy and working with the N.Y.P.U.M. program where the youth learned Dirt Biking skills. Most recently, Ben helped facilitate a youth program in Barre, Vermont, where at risk youth built and used a Skateboard Park, as well as designed and built new skateboards. While at home, he enjoys running, biking, cooking  and meeting new people.

Other Certifications and Specialties:
Secondary Social Studies License
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification
CPR/ First Aid
High Ropes Course Management Certification

 

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Jeffrey Boucher

 

Counselor - Salamanders 2
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Lori Bruce

 

IEP Coordinator


B. A. in Psychology from Boston University
M.Ed. in Education from Lesley University
Yrs working with children: 22 years
 
Lori Bruce has been working with children in both a teaching and administrative capacity for the last 22 years. She has administered programs for young children in both educational and medical settings as well as taught in kindergarten, second grade and middle school.  Lori enjoys working with families, presenting workshops and advocating for students in need of support services. Outside of work Lori enjoys spending time with her husband and three boys, practicing yoga, reading and swimming.


 Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
  • Trainer for The Second Step Program
  • Parenting Workshop Leader
  • Author of therapeutic workbooks on grief/loss
  • Registered Yoga Instructor
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Lauren Canestrari

 

Speech/Language Pathologist / MS, CCC-SLP

 

M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from Northeastern University
Certification of Clinical Competency from ASHA

Years Working With Children: 7 years

Lauren has many years of experience working with children of all ages with speech and language delays. Before coming to Milestones, Lauren worked in Early Intervention in Rhode Island. She was active in developing and implementing therapeutic programming for children on the Autism Spectrum. Lauren has experience utilizing Floortime, ABA, SCERTS, and Hanen programs during her speech-language therapy.  

In her spare time Lauren enjoys traveling and visiting family and friends in RI. She also enjoys many outdoor activities such as surfing, hiking, and skiing.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR

 

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Sharon Cardillo

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Counselor - Salamanders 1

 

B.S. in Sport Fitness/Leisure Studies from Salem State College

Sharon Cardillo has a B.S. in Sport Fitness/ Leisure Studies from Salem State College.  She has extensive knowledge of children with PDD, Aspergers Syndrome, Behavior Management and Crisis Intervention.

Sharon has worked for Milestones as an Intervention Specialist, at SEEM Collaborative and Greater Lawrence Educational Collaborative as a Physical Education  Instructor as well as behavior support for classroom staff.  Sharon also spent five summers at Camp Good Times as a Head Counselor , which is the summer camp program offered by Milestones.

In her spare time Sharon coaches Varsity field hockey at Chelmsford High School, which she has done for the past eight fall seasons. In addition to this, she enjoys spending time with her nephews and niece. She has a 14 year old Black Lab, Jasper and two Chihuahuas, Jake and Fawn.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • MTEL Licensure
  • ABA
  • Behavior Management
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Kourtney Carney

 

Counselor - Salamanders 2

 

B.A.from the University of Massachusetts Lowell

Kourtney received her Bachelors of Liberal Arts from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. While in college, Kourtney worked at a summer camp as 1:1 for a child who had special needs. Before joining Milestones, Inc. in September 2010, she gained experience working with children who have emotional and behavioral problems at a residential school as a counselor. She also gained experience as substitute teacher in a public school setting. When not working, Kourtney enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to concerts, and traveling.

Specialties and Other Qualifications:

  • CPI
  • CPR
  • Behavior Management
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Christina Cossa

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Occupational Therapist / MOT, OTR/L

 

B.A. State University of New York at New Paltz
M.O.T University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Christina began her occupational therapy career working in the public schools in Eastern Connecticut. Her professional interests include sensory integration and early intervention.  She is eager to be a participant of a dynamic interdisciplinary team here at Milestones.

When Christina is not at work, she enjoys yoga, running, good Italian pastries and spending time with friends and family.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • First Aid / CPR
  • Crisis Pervention Intervention
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Melinda Daly
Human Resources Manager
 
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Monica DeFranca
Counselor - Chameleons

 

B.A. in Visual Arts from Roger Williams University
Planning to pursue a M.A. in Art Therapy

 

Monica's interest in working with children was first sparked when she began working with a two-year old boy who struggled with emotional and behavioral disorders. Monica went on to receive her B.A. in Visual Arts from Roger Williams University. While working on her degree, she continued to work with children by volunteering at a local elementary school. Monica worked with children to design and create murals within the school. The murals taught children about the importance of community and teamwork.

After graduation, Monica worked in a classroom of one to two year olds in a private daycare. She gained a lot of experience working with young children and their families. The different types of behavior that young children display encouraged Monica to continue to work with young children.

Monica enjoys spending time with her friends and family when she is not working. She also enjoys painting, interior decorating, dancing, yoga, and hiking with her Chihuahua Carlito.

     
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Amanda Durie

 

Teacher-Crocodiles

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Jodi Finley

 

Reception & Office Admin.

B.A.  in Sociology from the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth
Years working with children- 4 years


Jodi graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth with a B.A. in Sociology.  While at the university she tutored elementary school children for a non-profit organization, America Reads.  Since graduating, Jodi worked in the Early Education field as a Preschool Teacher and more recently as an Assistant Director.  Jodi continues her education by taking Education courses and hopes to enroll in a Masters program in the future.
In her spare time, she enjoys reading, going the beach, taking walks with her dog and spending time with family and friends.

    Specialties and Other Certifications:
    • CPR/ First Aid Certified
    • DOEEC Certified
    • Young children with Special Needs
    • Classroom Behavior Management
    • Business and Administration
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Matt Fisher

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Teacher - Scorpions

 

B.A. in Psychology from Wheaton College
Working toward Masters in Special Ed.- Assistive Technology from Simmons College
(Anticipated date of completion May 2009)

Matt Fisher has a B.A in Psychology from Wheaton College in Norton, MA.  While enrolled at Wheaton, Matt became interested in Behavioral Psychology which led him to learn about ABA and how it is used to support students with Autism. After graduation, Matt spent 2 years working with teenagers with autism in a private residential setting as an ABA counselor.  During this time, Matt gained a lot of experience in  ABA therapy, behavior management strategies, case management, and data collection. Matt was promoted to a Lead ABA counselor position at the residence which consisted of direct care duties, administrative work, and employee management. Moving on to public school, he spent a year working as an ABA counselor in the Newton Public School system before becoming employed at his current position at the School for Accelerated Learning.  Matt believes that students can be more successful if technology is utilized in their daily lessons, which is why he has enrolled in a Master's Program for Assistive Technology at Simmons College. 

In his spare time, Matt likes to play golf, tennis, and basketball.  He also enjoys hanging out with friends, exploring his Cambridge neighborhood, and is learning to play guitar and harmonica.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • ABA
  • Data Collection
  • Behavior Management
  • Adaptive Technology
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Alexandra Fortuna

 

Reading Specialist
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Adrienne Gauthier

 

Scheduling Coordinator

 

B.A. in Psychology & Justice Studies from University of New Hampshire

Years working with children: 6

Adrienne has extensive experience working with children who have special needs, specializing in behavioral and emotional disorders. She has worked with children through community outreach and in a group home setting with a special focus on working with adolescent males. Adrienne also has valuable experience working with several state agencies while advocating for children and families. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends and family, enjoying warm weather, and watching the Red Sox and Celtics.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • CPI Certified (previously a Certified Trainer)
  • Behavior Disorders
  • Adolescent Males
  • Management and Administration
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Kim Georgoulis

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Teacher - Geckos 1

 

Masters in Elementary Education from Clark University
B.A. in Sociology from Clark University

Kim completed her student teaching in Worcester Public Schools throughout the 06-07 school year in a second grade classroom. Also during college, she worked part-time as a classroom aide/residential counselor at a school which serves children ages 6-22 with social, emotional, and behavioral disorders.After graduation, Kim worked for The Bridge of Central Massachusetts as a head teacher of an 8-week intensive summer school program in Worcester. She taught students at the elementary level with various learning disabilities.When she is not working, Kim enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking and baking, going to the beach, and being an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Behavior Management
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Erik Grau

 

Counselor
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Rick Haight

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Teacher - Pythons

 

Masters in Elementary Education from Northeastern University
B.A. in English Literature from Northeastern University

Rick has been with Milestones since 2005. He first began as a Head Teacher for our autism class at Camp Good Times. He then joined our year-round teaching team at SAL as classroom counselor, and is now a Head Teacher for our Pythons classroom.

After many years working in Boston law firm, he returned to school and earned his Masters degree in Elementary Education from Northeastern University and is a Massachusetts licensed teacher.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Jason Jensen

 

IT Manager
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Chris Kitchell

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Teacher - Geckos 1

 

B. A. in History from Framingham State College
Working toward Masters in Middle & High School Special Ed. from Framingham State College
(Anticipated date of completion May 2011)

Chris received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Framingham State College.  After graduation, Chris worked as an after school associate with elementary aged children, coached a boys sports, and began working with high school aged children who suffer from emotional and behavioral problems.  During this time, Chris gained a great deal of experience in developing sensory play, numerous behavior management techniques, and data collection and analysis.  Chris also worked with families, and fellow staff members to ensure the individual needs of each student were being met.  When Chris is not working, he spends time with his friends and family.  He enjoys music and playing the guitar, and also enjoys a variety of physical activities, especially rugby, basketball, and weightlifting.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Sensory Plan
  • Behavior Management
  • Data Collection
  • First Aid / CPR
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Jaclyn Kline

 

Counselor - Geckos 2
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Melissa Kortash

 

Teacher- Scorpions

 

M.A. in teaching with a specialization in Special Education from National University of Southern California
B.A. in Elementary Education and Special Education from Buffalo State College.

Years Working With Children: 7

Melissa has extensive experience working with children who have special needs. She gained experience with children through working in residential treatment programs and public schools as a head teacher for children with special needs. She enjoys using many different methods and helping families to learn more about their children. At home, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, cooking, and reading

 

Specialties and Other Certifications:

•Behavior Management
 •Data Collection
 •CPR Certified
 •Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification

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Amity Kulis

 

Psychologist

 

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology
Years Working with Children: 5

Amity earned her doctoral degree from Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology with a concentration in Children, Adolescents, and Families. She completed her post-doctoral training in Pediatric Neuropsychology with an emphasis on treating children with significant learning disorders, executive functioning difficulties, as well as children on the Autism Spectrum. Prior to that, she completed two years of intership training at local community health centers where she provided individual and group therapies for children of all ages. In addition, Amity received extensive training in conducting psychological assessments of children and adults. Amity also has experience working in school settings. In her work with children she strives to work collaboratively with the familes. She employs an eclectic approach and utilizes strategies to help meet the needs of familes she serves.

In her free time, Amity enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also likes cooking, arts and crafts, hiking with her dog and traveling.

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Ryan LaPerle

Counselor - Crocodiles

 

Bachelors of Arts in Communication from Keene State College

Ryan got his start in the education field substituting in his local school district while still in college. 

After graduating, Ryan continued to work as a substitute for a year.  During that summer Ryan worked with a local blind boy to raise money to put together brail books for his community.  In 2006 he became a paraprofessional at an elementary school (grades 2 to 5).  The follow year he moved up the middle school still working as a paraprofessional in a behavioral room where, he gained experience in behavior management techniques and implementing behavior support plans and helping with IEPs. 

In Ryan’s spare time he enjoys playing, writing and recording music receiving his certificate in Audio Production at The Center For Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University as well as 3 years of classical guitar training.  He also enjoys spending time outside surfing, running, going to the gym and spending time with his family. 

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Michael Law
Director of Vocational Program, CRC

 

B.A. in Social and Rehabilitation Services from Assumption College
M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption College

Mike has extensive experience working with children in residential and educational settings.  He first came to Milestones as a counselor in the Pythons classroom.  Mike began teaching Life Skill classes to the Pythons and now he is Director of the Vocational Program.   Mike is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with professional interests in maximizing independent living skills and helping students utilize learned skills in the community.

In his spare time, Mike enjoys snowboarding, running, and traveling to new places with his wife, Kristina.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Undefeated “Four Square” Champion since 2008
  • Certified Instructor of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
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Aimee Levesque

 

Teacher - Crocodiles
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Tara Loscalzo

 

Teacher - Chameleons
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Bridget Mayer

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Teacher - Salamanders 2

 

M.Ed. in Moderate Disabilities K-8 from Wheelock College
B.S. in Social Work from Western New England College

While working on her degree Bridget volunteered at a program for teens who were identified as "delinquent" by the court. Bridget also worked with the Department of Social Services working with parents and children on behavior modification strategies which provided support to individual families.

After graduation, Bridget worked with middle school students in an inclusive setting who had emotional, behavioral, and/or learning disabilities. During this time Bridget gained experience working with students with disabilities by adapting curriculum to meet individual needs, developing and implementing behavioral management techniques, and teaching small and whole group instruction. Bridget continued to work with middle school-aged children while she completed her Masters degree in Teaching Students with Moderate Disabilities.  Bridget was the lead teacher of the Scorpions class for the 2005-2006 academic school year.  In September of 2006 Bridget will be the lead teacher in the Salamanders classroom. 

When Bridget is not worked she likes to spend time with her family and friends. She also likes outdoor activities and going to the beach.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Curriculum Adaptation
  • Behavior Management
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
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Adam Mayhew

 

Counselor - Geckos 1
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Shane Mayhew

 

Counselor - Scorpions
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Katelyn McAree

 

Counselor- Geckos 1

 

B.S. in Community Health Education from Ithaca College
Years Working With Children: 5


Katelyn has a passion for working with children with specials needs. She gained her initial experience overseas while studying abroad in South Africa, and continued her experience for the last two years at a private school for students with developmental disabilities. As a teacher’s assistant and a lead teacher for students with special needs, Katelyn developed a strong skill set for working with these students. Through working with diverse populations, Katelyn has learned the importance of conscientious caring for students, patience, and hard work. She has mastered accommodating different learning styles, educational levels, and various backgrounds into a classroom. Katelyn truly enjoys teaching and in her free time likes arts and crafts, reading, and traveling. 


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  • Blood Borne Pathogens                                                                                     
  • Mediation Skills
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Eileen Messinger

 

Counselor-Crocodiles
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Alex Michaels
Chief Executive Officer

 

B. A. in Neuroscience and Genetics from Norwich University
Psy.D. / Student – Union Institute and University
Yrs working with children: 18

Alex Michaels has extensive experience working with children with various Neurocognitive and Developmental Disabilities in different capacities.  Professionally, for the past 14 years, Alex has served on numerous scientific and educational boards throughout New England.  Alex lectures across the United States, has written an course for UMass Medical Center on Asperger’s Syndrome, and was featured in National Geographic Magazine (July 1999). In 1994 she started and serves as the Executive Director of Milestones, Inc. where she oversees all aspects of operation and heads up new divisions.  In her spare time, Alex enjoys spending time with her family and two children. 

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Certified CPI Instructor
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid / CPR
  • Program Design and Development
  • Assessment of Students with Special Needs
  • Curriculum Design and Development
  • Pragmatic Interaction
  • Floor Time
  • Positive Behavioral Support
  • Series 6, 7, and 63 license
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Christina Molinari

 

Counselor - Pythons

 

B.S in Family Studies (Child Specialization) from The University of New Hampshire
M.Ed. in Elementary Education from The University of New Hampshire

Years Working With Children: 7

In the past seven years Christina has taken the opportunity to work with a wide range of children in many activities and settings. During her undergraduate degree she specialized in children from birth to eight years of age. She enjoys working with children of a young age and has had many opportunities to do so. When she was a teacher’s aide she had the opportunity to work with students who had significant attention and anxiety issues, Attention Deficit Disorder, specific learning disabilities and behavioral problems. In addition to working as a teacher’s aid in a special needs classroom she worked as a full-time intern in second grade during the 2008-2009 school year. Her internship was very special to her because she completed a workshop and developed her own inquiry project on The Responsive Classroom. She is also trained in a writing program called, “Picturing Writing,” which is an art based technique used teach children how to enjoy writing. She has continued to sharpen her skills at Milestones Inc. by developing and implementing a curriculum unit for theater club, participating in parent conferences, performing home visits and evaluating and assessing individual students.  

In her spare time, Christina enjoys spending time outdoors, yoga and cooking. She also values spending time with her family and friends and is learning how to knit.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • CPR/First Aid
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Early Education and Care Certificate (teacher/lead teacher)
  • Responsive Classroom
  • Picturing Writing

 

 

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Jennifer Moran
Chief Operating Officer

 

B.S. in Journalism - Boston University

Jennifer Moran has been with Milestones since 2001 and has extensive experience managing corporate departments and business operations, coordinating and managing special events, and designing and publishing web sites and business publications.

As part of our team at Milestones, Jennifer is the Chief Operating Officer where her focus is managing our corporate office and many of our business operations, systems, special projects, and exercising creativity developing and designing corporate publications, logo and our web site. When Jennifer is not working she spends her time as an art photographer and indulging in other creative activities.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Certified Instructor of CPR, First Aid and AED from The American Red Cross of Mass Bay
  • FIrst Aid / CPR
  • Crisis Preventative Intervention
  • Office Operations
  • Human Resources
  • Project Coordination
  • Graphic Design and Publication
  • Web Design
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Wei Ng

 

Accounting Clerk
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Susan Pazzano

 

Nurse

 

Diploma in Nursing from Lawrence Memorial Hospital school of Nursing, Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Massachusetts

Years working with children:  17

Susan has extensive experience working with children.  She worked as a Pediatric Nurse for 14 years at a community hospital and she worked as a school nurse for 3 years.  She has also worked in day programs for adults with developmental disabilities and adults with memory impairments.  She has 2 adult children and enjoys spending time with family and friends and her 2 cats: Joe and Chloe.  She enjoys reading and has an interest in marine life.  One of her favorite places in the Boston area is the New England Aquarium.

Specialties and Other Certificates:

  • Certified American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor for lay responders
  • CPR, First Aid and AED certified
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification

 

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Caitlin Plain

 

Speech/Language Pathologist
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Anna Robichaud

 

Counselor - Scorpions

 

B.A. in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Years Working With Children:  6 years

Anna has gained experience working with children who have special needs through working in different settings.  She has previously worked as a teacher’s assistant at a residential school for students with Autism and mood disorders.  Her experience also extends from working with different aged children at a daycare and as a nanny. Anna has worked as a care coordinator intern whose responsibilities included shadowing home visits within the community. At home, she enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

• Certified in First Aid
• CPR Certified
• Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification

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Jena Roth

 

Counselor - Pythons

 

B.S. in Psychology from the University of Washington – Seattle

Jena has extensive experience working with families and children of all ages.  She grew up in Minnesota and started college at Lawrence University in Wisconsin where she tutored at risk youth.  After two years there, she transferred to the University of Washington in Seattle to pursue her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.  While attending UW, Jena was a nanny, held an AmeriCorps position at a Head Start preschool, and worked as a residential counselor at a home for children with emotional and behavioral disorders.  Post graduation, Jena continued as a nanny and began working with youth on the autism spectrum while being trained in ABA therapy through the University of Washington.  When she moved to Massachusetts in the fall of 2009, Jena joined the staff of Intervention Specialists at Milestones providing ABA and Floortime therapy in children’s homes.  In July 2010, Jena joined the Milestones Day School as a counselor with the 5th and 6th grade Pythons class. 

When she is not at work, Jena enjoys playing outside, going on walks, rock climbing, doing yoga, reading, taking photos, and spending time with family, friends, and her dog Tonka!

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Floortime Therapy
  • Data Collection
  • Behavior Management
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
  • First Aid, CPR, AED, and Blood Borne Pathogens Training
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William Salloway
Psychologist

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Kelly Schweizer

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Speech/Language Therapist / M.A., CF-SLP

 

M.A. in Speech Language Pathology from Wayne State University
B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Wayne State University

Kelly received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from Wayne State University in Detroit. Kelly came to Boston to complete an internship at Massachusetts General Hospital where she gained extensive experience evaluating and treating children with a variety of issues, including resonance disorders, speech and language delays, feeding disorders, traumatic brain injuries and burn injuries.

Shortly after graduation, Kelly began treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorders through an ABA Home Program in Watertown, MA. Kelly enjoys working with children of all populations and has special interest in working with those on the Autism spectrum. At this time, Kelly is completing her Clinical Fellowship Year, and looks forward to obtaining a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology upon its completion.

During her spare time, Kelly enjoys exploring Boston and its attractions, visiting family in Michigan, cooking, boating, and spending time outdoors.

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Diane Smith
Reception & Office Admin.

 

Diane been with Milestones since 2005. She brings to Milestones her vast experience and knowledge of office systems, protocols, and client services skills as she has spent most of her professional career working in the human services industry providing support to medical professionals and kindness to their clients.

At Milestones Diane provides office support, manages projects, and most importantly ensures a welcoming atmosphere for all clients whether it be in person, by phone, or by email.

When Diane isn't working she enjoys time with her family and friends and walking her dog.

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Jenn Mary Thompson

 

Clinical Coordinator

 

M.Ed. from University of Massachusetts Boston
Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Populations Graduate Degree Certificate
from University of Massachusetts Boston
B.A. in Social Sciences Interdisciplinary with concentration in Early Childhood
Years working with children: 12

Jenn has extensive experience working with children who have developmental disabilities and special needs. She has gained her experience in group homes, residential facilities, public and private schools, and has specialized in teacher and in-home parent trainings. Jenn has worked with children and families using the principals of ABA, and incorporated the methodologies of sensory based therapies, as well as the use of functional communication and antecedent management control. In her free time she practices yoga, plays basketball, snowboards, surfs, and rescues animals.

 

Specialities and Other Certifications:

  • Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate
  • Antecedent Control & Behavior Management
  • Functional Communication Training
  • Social Skills Facilitation
  • Data Collection
  • CPR and First Aid, American Red Cross Certified
  • TCI & CPI Certified

 




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Elizabeth Wolfe

 

Teacher- Chameleons

 

Masters in Moderate Special Needs from Lesley University
B.S. in Early Childhood Education from Wheelock College

Elizabeth comes to Milestones with a background in teaching kindergarten within inclusive public school settings.  She has experience developing and modifying curriculum in order to reach a wide variety of learners.  One of Elizabeth’s favorite aspects of teaching is helping students to create and maintain a sense of community.  Elizabeth is passionate about the field of education and the impact it has on her students and their families.  She is eager to continue growing in her teaching career to enhance her own learning and that of her students.  In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with friends and family, practicing yoga, reading, hiking, and camping.

Specialties and Other Certifications:

  • Curriculum Development
  • Lesson Planning
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • First Aid/ CPR
  • Open Circle (Social Competency Program)
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