Joanne C Finn M.A., has been playing music and making up songs for kids since her teen days. A self-taught folk guitarist, Joanne was given a strong musical foundation with Suzuki violin lessons as a child. It paid off and a love of music permeates her home. Impromptu dancing may occur in the Finn family living room with her 8-year old daughter and friends.
Education and Teaching Background
Joanne began working with adults and children with disabilities in high school. This developed into a long-term love of working with children, especially those with special needs. She received her BA in Psychology at Catholic University of America in 1987, and completed two master’s level programs at California State University, Long Beach receiving an M.A. in Psychology in 1991 and a school psychology credential in 1998. Joanne currently works part-time as a school psychologist with Mt. Diablo Unified School District. She also has a private practice supporting children with autism as a Licensed Educational Psychologist. Musical Background Joanne received
her Kindermusik license in 2006, and she has been playing guitar and singing for church choirs for more than 25 years. Now she sings with an informal choral group in her cohousing community. Joanne has continued her musical development by studying piano and receiving formal vocal training. 
Joanne shares her love of music:
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