Inside the graduate partnerships that shaped five decades of growth — and the future of the field. This spring, more than 50 NECC staff members — both in the U.S. and the UAE — celebrated earning their master’s or doctoral degrees through NECC’s partnerships with Simmons University and Western New England University (WNEU). With their […]
Kara Adams, MS, BCBA, LABA, day coordinator for NECC’s School Street, was nominated for Staff Spotlight by a colleague because she is “a standout leader and employee.”
For the last six years, Matt Maloney has dedicated himself to making a difference in the lives of children with autism at NECC. For Maloney, who currently works as a level 2 teacher in NECC’s Intensive Instructional Program (IIP), being able to help others is something he’s passionate about.
Ellie Storey, a residential coordinator for NECC’s Francine Road team, was nominated for Staff Spotlight because “since she joined our team, she has been effective at taking on staff feedback and quickly implementing it, which has greatly improved and fostered better communication, teamwork, and a strong and positive work ethic.”
Casey Gormely has worked as a level 2 teacher in the IIP at NECC for about a year. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight because “she is always going above and beyond for her students. The students are always so happy to see her, and I’ve never met a more positive person.”
Yoselin Hernandez-Avalos was nominated for Staff Spotlight because “she consistently goes above and beyond to support the team. She’s always ready to lend a hand, whether it’s problem-solving or offering guidance.”
Olivia Pandola, a teacher in The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Intensive Instruction Program (IIP), has worked at NECC for two years. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she is “such a great teacher and coworker” and “a pleasure to work with.”
Vanesa Valdes, a level 2 teacher for NECC’s Salem End Road residential team, was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she “goes above and beyond to make meaningful relationships with her students and is always willing to help fellow staff. Vanesa is a great resource and is so supportive!”
Grace Donahue, a level 2 teacher, was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she’s “always the first to respond whenever anyone needs help.”