BIO SKETCH

For over two decades, my career has revolved around designing for children at the intersection of design, education, technology, and inclusion. As a teacher at Kennedy Krieger School, I draw upon my background in user experience and instructional design to support and empower children with disabilities. I believe deeply in the power of technology to bridge educational gaps—and to make learning inclusive.

My professional journey weaves together a diverse tapestry of skills, from design research and curriculum development to app and product design. With a background in psychology and design and lately completed a master’s in educational technology at Johns Hopkins University, I blend empathy and creativity to design solutions that expand access and spark joy for all learners. I am passionate about inclusive design that reflects human diversity and respects every child's way of learning.

While I’m an enthusiastic advocate for educational technology, I firmly believe it should enhance and not replace hands-on, real-world learning. My approach always centers on creating ethical, joyful, and meaningful experiences for children.

My work has been recognized internationally through published research and conference presentations in the field of Interaction Design for Children. I was funded by the Ford Foundation to develop an inclusive edutainment prototype and have served as a senior design researcher on Intel’s Classmate PC, their first laptop designed exclusively for children.

I co-founded Tiny Thinkrs, an app focused on early learners, and founded Bakeamore, a nonprofit that combines my love for baking, designing, and community service. I thrive when working directly with young users—listening to their stories, observing their needs, and personalizing products to reflect their worlds.

I envision a world where every child, regardless of ability, has access to joyful, meaningful learning through thoughtful design.