Jennifer Beckett, MEd, SpEd ATP, AAC Trainer, Assistive Technologist, Head of Literacy Academy

Roles: 

· Head of Literacy Academy

· AAC Trainer

· Assistive Technology Professional

Degree: 

· Master of Arts in Special Education from CSU Sacramento, 2009

Credential: 

· Education Specialist Instruction Credential, Moderate/Severe Disabilities 

Certification: 

· Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 

  (RESNA ATP)

Experience: 

· Almost 20 years working with the developmentally disabled community

· Skilled in Assistive Technology with an emphasis in AAC and educational 

  material development for users and their communication partners

Focus Areas:

· Direct support for AAC modeling and literacy instruction

· Customization of Augmentative and Alternative Communication Vocabulary Systems

· AAC coaching of communication partners

· Assistive Technology with alternative access methods for individuals with 

  significant disabilities

Therapeutic Style:

· Passionate about enhancing quality of life through communication and technology

· Creates tailored educational tools for diverse needs

Personal Interests: 

· Spending time with her dog, Pretzel

· Hanging out with her three adult children

Described as: 

· Intelligent

· Resourceful

· Helpful

· Kind

· Determined