I have 16 years of special education experience working for the Santa Clara County, Milpitas Unified School District and with the Los Altos School District. I currently work for myself as a consultant and contractor. I generally work with young, special needs children, ranging from ages 1-18 years old, with a wide range of disabilities. I have the most experience working with kids with autism. I enjoy helping students excel by administering techniques in fine motor skills, communications skills, social skills, physical therapy, and behavior management. I feel a sense of pride in being able to make a difference in a child's life. To see them grow and excel in their weaknesses gives me great gratification.