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Cox,
Shelley
Executive Director
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"As Executive Director and Founder of Step by Step, I
have had the pleasure of working with many children and
families. I have been in the field of
intervention services for over 20 years. I have
three children of my own. My oldest has a severe
disability and has grown into a delightful young woman.
She is my inspiration and my mentor. My dream for
all children with disabilities and their families is that
they are provided the information and tools needed to
enable their child to become as independent and skilled as
possible so that they may be an active participant in
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Friedman,
Judi
General Manager
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"I have been Financial Director of Step by Step for
the past 5 years. I enjoy
helping parents regarding the services their children may
be receiving.
I am also the mother of a nine year old boy who was born
with Developmental
Delays."
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Mudita Bahadur, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical
Psychologist/ Clinical Director
“I have been working in
early intervention with special needs children for the
past 9 years, and am very happy to join the Step by Step
family. I graduated with my doctorate in Clinical
Psychology from New York University in 1998. I enjoy
helping children and families in a variety of settings,
and look forward to working with the clients and staff at
Step by Step.” |
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Borchert,
Brenda
Play
Facilitator
"I have been working with children with special
needs for 9 years. I am an energetic person and
always enthusiastic about my clients. My goal is to
help children with special needs to adapt to a
“typical” world."
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Castillo,Wendy
I
am the preschool teacher for 3 and 4 year olds at Step by
Step. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years.
I enjoy making a difference in all children’s lives.
I love watching them explore and experiment within their
environment. I value the support of the
interventionists that I work with daily.
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Coles,
Roxanne
I am a mother of two boys ages 8 and 4. I have,
passionately, been working with children for over 15
years. I have been working with children with special
needs 8 years out of that 15. Working with children is my
passion. I am excited about what I do and am currently
working on earning a degree to work in the field of Speech
Pathology my focus will be on both verbal and non-verbal
children. Step by Step has given me every opportunity to
develop my passion for working with children as well as a
place to network with others who share and support my love
for this work.
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Cox,
John
I
am the vice president
of marketing and human resources. I work closely
with Judi in managing the corporation and facilitating the
health of the business. I am excited about making a
difference in children and families lives. This work
is so important. |
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Cox,
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Ferrell, Emily |
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Hobbs,
Hayley
Early
Childhood Program Director
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Hi, I'm
Hayley. I have 2 Bachelors
Degree's; one in Psychology and the other in Child
Development (both from
Cal
State
University
, Northridge). I have been accepted to Philips Graduate
Institute where I plan to obtain a degree in Marriage and
Family Therapy. I have worked with children for all ages
and disabilities for over 7 years now, and I love it! My
goal is to one day be a practicing Marriage and Family
Therapist working with families with all types of
disabilities, focusing on the entire family dynamic. And
for all of you who don't know...I love the color PINK.
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Jones,
Cortney
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Social Skills Program Supervisor
"I have been with Step by Step for over 5 years.
I have a strong background in Early Childhood Special
Education, and enjoy working with families and helping to
make a difference."
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Keany,
Jennifer, MFT
Behavior
Intervention Clinical Supervisor for Interns
"I
have always loved working with children. I received my
Master’s in Psychology in 1995 and became a Marriage and
Family Therapist. My work with special needs children and
their families is extremely rewarding, and I am happy to
be a part of the Step by Step family."
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Kuester,
Karla
Early
Interventionist
"I am a Montessori trained teacher and tutor and have
been involved in early childhood education since 1977.
I always try to look at the child, follow his or her
lead, and intervene as needed with the ultimate level of
respect."
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Mahoney,
Kelli
I
recently moved from
Boston
. I provide Behavior Intervention in the schools and
home and Social Skills intervention at the Playroom of
Step by Step in the afternoons. I hope to return to
school to get my masters in psychology. I have been
working with children with disabilities and as a tutor for
the past two years.
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Maner,
Erica
Erica has over seven years experience working with young
children. She has her Bachelors degree in Education,
which allows her to better assist the children in their
developmental growth. Erica will be going back to
school for her master’s degree in child psychology.
Of course she wants everyone to know that she loves
working with kids.
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Martinez,
Frankie
My name is Frankie Martinez. I have over twenty-five years
of experience working with special needs children for the
Los Angeles
Unified
School District
, and five years working as a behaviorist/play facilitator
with Step by Step. Recently, I completed a degree in Human
Resources from the
University
of
Phoenix
. I am now pursuing my teaching credentials, as well as a
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Merritt, Heather
Hi, I'm Heather Merritt. I graduated from the
University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree
in Psychology. Currently, I am pursuing a Master's
degree in Human Services specializing in Counseling.
I have worked with children of all ages and in various
environments for over ten years. I am family- focused,
relationship- based, and have trained in the floor-
time approach. I am a proud new mother to Miles, my
son, and understand the joys/demands of parenting. I
look forward to working with you and your children.
"If you find
it in your heart to care for somebody
else, you will have succeeded." Maya Angelou
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Metzenbaum, Christiana
I
provide early intervention, social skills and Behavior
intervention for families and children at Step by Step.
I co teach the Monkeys toddler class with Blanca Molina.
I love making a difference in children’s lives.
The children teach me something new each day.
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Molina,
Blanca
Play Facilitator
"I have experience working with children in the
home and in preschool settings, and have been working for
Step by Step for almost one year. I work primarily
with infants and toddlers, and am dedicated to the
families I serve."
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Monjaraz,
Gabriela
Play
Facilitator
"I work as a Play Facilitator in the After School
Enrichment Program at Step by Step. I enjoy
helping children interact and play. I believe
it is always important to show respect for children and
families."
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Morich,
Karin
Play Facilitator
"I believe that being the parent of a son with a
severe learning disability has given me the experience,
patience, and a love needed for working with children with
special needs. I am confident working with
children of all ages, and always enjoy a challenge."
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Muller,
Stuart
Behavioral Interventionist/Supervisor
"I have worked with children since 1989 as a play
therapist, behavioral interventionist, and social skills
facilitator. I am a licensed Marriage Family
Therapist, and have my Master’s Degree in Clinical
Psychology."
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Rodriguez,
Betty
I
started with Step by Step in 2000 when the company was
brand new. I returned to school and finished my BA
in Child Development and Family services. I recently came
back to Step by Step and am providing Early Intervention,
Social Skills and behavior intervention for families and
children. I speak Spanish and English. I hope to go
back in the Fall of 2006 to begin working towards becoming
a Speech Therapist.
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Roos, Jonathon
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Tate, Scottie |
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Welch,
Kriss
I
have been with Step by Step from almost the beginning.
I participated in the very first EDU-Play training.
During the day I work at a private preschool.
I provide Social Skills intervention and enjoy teaching
cooking and gardening to all children. I am
currently completing my BA in Child Development.
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