Therapeutic Assistant
Blue Bird Day Employee Since 2024

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1. I want to get my masters in early childhood education.

I became a TA after taking many courses in child development and disability education classes during my undergrad at UIC. I have always been drawn to Child Psychology and supporting those on the spectrum as well as those with physical and cognitive disabilities. Noticing the need for educators who care for those with disabilities motivated me to become a therapeutic assistant. Continuing my education to further teach children within special education classes at a CPS level is where I’m headed.

• DMD
• Autism Speaks

Bachelor or Arts,
University of Illinois at Chicago

Blue Bird Day was mentioned to me during my time at UIC.

Blue Bird Day fosters socialization, sensory regulation, and pre-academic learning in children ages 2–7 years in therapeutic rotations that simulate  preschool and kindergarten settings. Our compassionate therapists practice a relationship-based and family-centered approach, provide parent training, and collaborate on goals and individualized intensive treatment plans for your child.

We believe in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team approach to therapy.  A team of occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, dietitians, developmental therapists, behavioral therapists, physical therapists, and therapeutic assistants are created for each child to ensure child and family are fully supported and the best possible results are achieved.  

Options for individualized, group and virtual therapy sessions are available as well. 

Want to learn more or you have a specific question? Feel free to connect with us here!