PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Experienced neuropsychologist and educational leader specializing in bilingual and neurodiverse learning environments. Skilled in cognitive development, early intervention, and DIRFloortime® methodology. Committed to leveraging neuropsychological insights to design inclusive, effective educational programs that foster emotional and academic growth. Fluent in English and Spanish, with extensive international and multicultural experience.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Technology Leadership
New Jersey City University, USA – Expected 2027

Master of Science (M.Ed.), Neuropsychology and Education
International University of La Rioja, Spain – 2017
Thesis: TPR-based Neurobiological Development System for Children with ADHD

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Early Childhood Education
Universidad Tecnológica Equinoccial, Ecuador – 2013
Thesis: Conflict Resolution for 5- and 6-Year-Old Children

CERTIFICATIONS

• NJAEYC Annual State Conference (2025) – New Jersey Association for the Education of Young Children
  Participated as Volunteer and Attendee. Engaged in professional development workshops focused on leadership, innovation, and early childhood education.

• 1st International Neuroscience Conference – Wumbox (2025)
  Participated in international sessions on neuroeducation, executive function, emotional regulation, attention disorders, and brain-based interventions.
  Subtopics included Rethinking the Brain, Self-Regulation from Early Years to Adolescence, Sleep and Learning, Diet and Exercise, and Cognitive Engagement.

• Research Publication (2025) – From Regulation to Innovation: The NeuroPlay R.E.P.A.L.® Framework as a Pathway for Whole-Child Learning in the Digital Age
  Published on ResearchGate.
  This conceptual paper introduces the NeuroPlay: R.E.P.A.L.® Framework, a neuroeducation-based model integrating play, emotional regulation, and digital learning to promote whole-child development.

• Certificate in Early Education Leadership (CEEL) – Harvard Graduate School of Education

• Diploma in Educational Neurotechnology – Politecnico de Colombia

• DIRFloortime® 101, 201 (Basic), 202 (Advanced) – ICDL

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Specialist™

• ABA Training – Build N Care

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Intro to IFSP (NJ Dept. of Health – NJEIS)

• Procedural Safeguards (NJ Dept. of Health – NJEIS)

• Best Practices in AAC and Core Language (NJSLHA)

• Mental Wellbeing in Children – New Skills Academy

• CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Professional Development Specialist – Independent / Consultant

2024 – Present

• Provide coaching and evaluation support for early childhood educators and intervention specialists

• Support CDA candidates by assessing competencies and guiding professional growth plans, facilitating workshops on bilingual education

Consulting Head Teacher – Independent / Contracted Roles

2023 – Present

• Support program alignment with child development milestones and early intervention best practices

• Guide teachers on implementing EdTec strategies for bilingual education and behavior support strategies

• Model best practices in classroom management, emotional regulation, and language development

Clinical Center Supervisor
Kinder Growth Floortime – Jan 2025 to August 2025

• Oversee clinical center administration and operations, including program creation, staff management, client relationship development, logistics, and reporting

• Direct DIRFloortime® team members via in-flight (“in action”) and post-session (“on action”) debrief coaching

• Deliver training and mentoring to caregivers through virtual one-on-one sessions

• Develop and implement program activities based on neuropsychology and DIRFloortime® methodology

• Execute DIRFloortime® assessments for new clients to establish baseline levels for IDC capabilities

Program Supervisor & Manager
The Village Therapy Place – Jun 2024 to Dec 2024

• Supervised staff, developed neuro-informed activities, managed onboarding, and led client communications

Assistant Director & Lead Teacher
Young Scholars Academy – Sep 2021 to Jun 2024

• Designed curriculum, taught bilingual classes, mentored staff, and supported school administration

Child Development Therapy Specialist
Lee’s Development Services, LLC – Jun 2022 to Present

• Provides bilingual ABA-based therapy, play therapy, CBT, and parental coaching

Behavioral & Individual Support Services Technician II
TeamUP Counseling – Mar 2021 to Jun 2022

• Delivered home-based bilingual behavior support for children with disabilities

Spanish Language Lead Teacher
French American Academy – Aug 2018 to Jun 2022

• Created DELE-aligned curriculum and led cultural integration and conversational Spanish instruction

Lead Spanish Teacher
Jump Immersion School – Sep 2018 to Jan 2020

• Delivered IEP-driven instruction, used AAC devices (ProloQuo), supported students with ASD and ADHD

Teacher Assistant / Substitute Teacher
All Saints Child Care Center – Aug 2017 to Oct 2022

• Led interventions for children with ASD, designed early childhood behavioral and ADL programming

Spanish Teacher
Catholic Jose Engling High School, Quito, Ecuador – Aug 2011 to Aug 2015

• Taught Spanish language and literature to grades 1–5, provided tutoring and parent consultations

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Featured Seminar Speaker
ArteSuma, Quito, Ecuador – Jun 2021
Topic: Art and Neuro-Education: Art as a Transversal Axis in Current Education

Featured Webinar Presenter
Maestra De Inicial, Lima, Peru – Jul 2020
Topic: Strategies for Communication in Early Childhood from Neuroeducation

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

• STEAM Educational Program Leader – Hobby Quest (Oct 2018 – Apr 2020)

• In-Home Special Needs Counselor (ADL Support) – ABC Nanny (Jun 2018 – Apr 2020)

• CPR/First Aid Instructor – ANETA, Ecuador (Jan 2013 – Jan 2015)

LANGUAGES

• Spanish: Native

• English: Fluent

TECHNICAL SKILLS & TOOLS

• ProloQuo (AAC)

• Google Suite, Microsoft Office

• Virtual instruction platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams)

• DIRFloortime® and neurodevelopmental assessment tools