A life devoted to helping children, families, and educators thrive.
Educator, behavior strategist, autism specialist, reading specialist, speaker, author, and consultant with more than 40 years of experience.
Warm, practical support grounded in experience.
Dr. Teri works with parents, educators, schools, and child-serving organizations to create positive, supportive environments where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Her work is rooted in relationships, the belief that behavior is communication, practical strategies that really work, and more than four decades of experience helping children and the adults who care for them.
My goal is to help children feel successful, connected, and capable of learning.
Credentials & Certifications
Degrees
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) – Special Education, Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS)
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) – Special Education, Literacy, and Educational Leadership
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) – Elementary Education with concentration in Environmental Science
Certifications
- Pennsylvania and New Jersey Certified Elementary Educator
- Pennsylvania Certified Special Educator
- Pennsylvania Reading Specialist
- IBCCES Certified Autism Specialist (CAS)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Endorsement – Pennsylvania State University
Licensure
Educational certifications held through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Author & Best-Selling Contributor
Dr. Teri is an author and contributing author whose books encourage reflection, resilience, experience, and practical growth.
Honors & Recognition
Gold Award
Literature, Women Changing the World
Silver Award
Early Childhood Education, Women Changing the World
Silver Award
Journalism & Media, Women Changing the World
Quilly® Award Recipient
National Academy of Best-Selling Authors
Telly Award Winner
Executive Producer,
The Truth About Reading (2024)
The Truth About Reading - Watch the Trailer
An award-winning documentary addressing literacy, decoding instruction, and educational outcomes.
Let’s work together to make a difference.
Whether you're a parent, educator, school leader, or organization, Dr. Teri brings practical guidance, deep experience, and compassionate support.