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Janelle Franco, MA

I have been working in the Autism field for over 13 years. I have high levels of experience and training in Autism and related challenges.

Services

Accomplishments

  • Author of the Autism Speaks Puzzle Piece Project and Educational Toolkit- click here_
  • Received Proclamation for World Autism Awareness Day from the Mayor of Daly City, CA- click here_
  • Committee Member: Autism Speaks Bay Area Walk and Light it up Blue
  • Presenter at CalTash Conference 2014: Social Supports for Children on the Autism Spectrum-click here_
  • Guest Presenter: San Francisco State University: Introduction to Autism and Literacy for Children with Moderate/Severe Disabilities
  • Adjunct Faculty Member SFSU: Fieldwork Supervisor for Mod/Sev Credential candidates
  • Consultation: University of San Francisco Theater Department- Cast of "Wild Boy" play 2013-click here_

Experience

  • Masters Degree as an Education Specialist in Moderate/Severe Disabilities, San Francisco State University
  • BA in psychology with a minor in education, UC Santa Cruz
  • Board Certified associate Behavior Analyst in 2008
  • California Deaf-Blind Services Endorsement 
  • Training and experience in UDL, RTI, Applied Behavior Analysis, Floortime,Pivotal Response Training, Natural Language Paradigm, Integrated Play Groups, Social Thinking Curriculum, Sensory Integration Therapy, TEACCH, PECS, AAC devices/Apps, RPM, American Sign Language, Common Core Curriculum and Standards, Early Literacy Skills Builder, Handwriting without Tears, and TouchMath. 
  • Extensive experience with facilitating IEP meetings, Person Centered Planning Meetings, ABA team meetings, Professional Development Sessions, and Ability Awareness lessons across all school ages. 
  • Work experience includes: 4 years consulting with schools and families, 8 years teaching in a special day class, inclusion and general education classes, paraprofessional in both home and inclusive preschool settings for children 0-5, non-public school senior instructor with people ages 0-22, and private in home parent training and direct support for people of all ages, including play groups and community instruction. 
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