CURRICULUM VITAE
CURRICULUM VITAE
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.
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Technology Leadership
New Jersey City University, USA – Expected 2027
Master of Science (M.Sc.), 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
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
Clinical Center Supervisor
Kinder Growth Floortime – Jan 2025 to Present
Oversees operations, coaching, and assessment using DIRFloortime® and neuropsychological approaches
Develops individualized plans, trains caregivers, and leads post-session debriefings
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
Program Supervisor & Lead Teacher
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
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
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)
Spanish: Native
English: Fluent
ProloQuo (AAC)
Google Suite, Microsoft Office
Virtual instruction platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams)
DIRFloortime® and neurodevelopmental assessment tools