I’m fortunate to hold a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Nazareth College and an M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Syracuse University. I also hold a professional teaching certificate as a Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities in the state of New York. I am nationally certified through the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association with my Certificate of Clinical Competence as a Speech-Language Pathologist, and hold a Certificate of Advanced Studies in School Building Leadership and School District Leadership from Le Moyne College.
My trajectory in the world of education has been particularly unique and winding and has included clinical practice as a speech-language pathologist, a member of several integrated special education teams, a teacher trainer, consultant, and professional developer, and a district-wide coordinator of social and emotional learning programming.
Because I found a passion for supporting and building the capacity of educators in a variety of areas, I am now thrilled to come to you as a private educational consultant and professional learning facilitator, and the founder of KB Educational Consulting. Come learn and grow with me!
Primary Areas of Expertise
Implementation of Integrated Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Restorative Practices
Trauma-Responsive Schools
Addressing Challenging Behavior
Function-Based Problem-Solving
Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Planning
Developmentally appropriate de-escalation practices
Social and Emotional Learning for Students
Including building or district-wide program implementation
Adult Social and Emotional Learning
Educator Wellness and Burnout Prevention
Organizational Support and Systems for Educator and Staff Well-Being
Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Education Practices