About Stacey

I am very proud to be part of the KidsConnecting team. Stacey and I have run the Summer Camp program together since 2018. In 2020, I left my teaching position at a private nursery school in Toronto but, having a lot of energy and a host of stories, songs and activities to share, I wasn’t ready to retire. I was thrilled when Stacey asked me to join her team to run year-round groups with her.

My years of working with young children has always been part of my life, and now I can continue to share my vast  knowledge of child development with Stacey and her team of therapists. I, in turn, have learned so much from Stacey about neurodivergent children.

Together we provide a stimulating, exciting program to our clients in a warm, welcoming environment. We give love, hope and encouragement to our families.

We hope you will join us on this journey.

 I  am excited to be joining the KidsConnecting team! I have over 10 years  of teaching experience working with students from Kindergarten to Grade  8. I am committed to helping students develop essential school-ready  skills, foster positive social interactions, and enhance their academic  performance. 


Over  the course of my career, I have completed the following Advanced  Qualification courses: Mathematics, Primary and Junior Part 1, Special  Education Part 1, English as a Second Language Part 1, Intermediate  Division Native Studies, and Integration of Information and Computer  Technology Instruction Part 1. 


As  an educator, I firmly believe in creating a supportive and inclusive  environment where every student feels valued and empowered to reach  their full potential. I understand the unique needs and challenges that  students face at different stages of their educational journey, and I  tailor my teaching approach to meet those needs. I am proud to be  joining a team that prioritizes children's well-being and development.
 

You

My name is Debbie Wall and I have worked with children in a variety of settings for over 22 years. I have taught at the York Region District School Board for over 20 years where I have taught children from kindergarten to grade 8, including; a primary classroom, a community classroom, English as a Second Language and Reading Recovery.

I have a strong passion for teaching children and watching them grow and prosper. Over the years I have taught children with learning disabilities, dyslexia, language impairments, autism and ADHD by differentiating the curriculum to meet their unique needs. I have also worked alongside other paraprofessionals like social workers, speech and language pathologists and occupational therapists to help children with their diverse needs transition and succeed. I enjoy planning learning opportunities for children using books, discussions, role play and art. 

I am really excited to be a part of Kids Connecting and I feel confident that the Peers Program will help foster children’s independence, confidence and character!

“My name is Jean Phan.

I have 5 years of clinical experience and 3 years of research experience in developmental pediatric, autism, and mental health.  I am a certified BCBA (Board Certified Behaviour Analyst).

I have received training in the Comprehensive Application of Behaviour Analysis to Schooling (CABAS) AND Early Start Denver Model (ESDM). I have used this training when implementing behavioural intervention in school-based and clinic settings to help my learners develop socially significant skills that allows them to meaningfully participate in their daily life. 

I was drawn to Kidsconnecting because of its child-directed, play-based, and naturalistic approach. This approach aligns with my belief to create an enriching environment where my learners can enjoy being an active player of their own growth.”

My name is Amy, and I am passionate about making a difference and helping my clients and their families. I have been in this field for over 5 years and have worked in several different settings such as in-home, in-clinic, at school and in the community. 

I am very enthusiastic about helping children improve their language and social skills while decreasing problem behaviour. Throughout my practice over the years, I am also interested in empowering parents and encouraging their involvement in their children’s therapy. I always ensure that my clients have fun while working on meaningful, developmentally appropriate goals.  

I received training in Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) and Promoting the Emergence of Advanced Knowledge (PEAK) Relational Training system. I am hold a Master of Professional Education (MPEd) - Applied Behavior Analysis from Western University and am a certified BCBA.