Resume

Office for External Education

Harvard Medical School + Harvard Health Publishing

Boston, MA

Senior Research Coordinator, TEAMS (Targeted Education for Autism Management across Medical Specialties) Initiative

May 2021 – July 2025

Provided research and outreach support for an initiative that created clinician and patient-directed educational content to improve the quality of care for individuals with autism and help their families navigate the challenges of aging and adult health care. Collaborated on the creation of a Harvard Medical School online course, Clinical Care for Autistic Adults, to help clinicians (primary care and specialists) learn to provide quality health care to autistic adults. Developed a patient-facing website, Adult Autism Health Resources to support caregivers and autistic adults advocate for and obtain better health care.

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Watermark Publishing, LLC

Saint Louis, MO

Website and Social Media Platform Construction, created and maintained social media presence and provided editorial support for Almonds – Recipes, History, Culture

January 2014 – January 2017

Constructed a Wordpress website (no current link available) and social media platform for a book about almonds developed, researched and written by Watermark founders Barbara Bryant and Betsy Connell Fentress.  Maintained site and feeds through 2017, and built followings for Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. Provided editorial and public relations support.

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Tumblehome Learning, Inc.

Weston, MA

Freelance Editor and Content Contributor; Chief Staff Blogger

December 2012 – December 2015

Wrote and edited blog posts (with photos) and provided social media support for a start-up company that develops educational tools for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) enrichment. Developed a WordPress site called Tumblehome Talks, which was rolled into Tumblehome Learning’s website in June 2013.

 

The Groton Line

Groton, MA

Education Reporter, The Groton Line Online Newspaper

2012 – 14

Covered the Groton-Dunstable School Committee and other local education news.

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Department of Developmental Services

Fitchburg, MA

Member, Citizen’s Advisory Board for the North Central Region

Three year appointment, 2013-2016

Advise the Area Director on issues regarding the funding, organization, advocacy and delivery of services to people with developmental disabilities, with special emphasis on transitions to adulthood and lifelong learning.

Groton-Dunstable Regional School District

Groton, MA

Member, Superintendent’s Leadership Advisory Council

2012 – 2014

SEPAC liaison to a group that advises the Superintendent of Schools about communication strategy and keeps him informed about activities and fundraising goals of the District’s parent organizations.

Facilitator, Local Autism and Disability Support Group

2006 – 2015

Provide practical support and guidance for families of people with disabilities through discussion and recommendations for appropriate educational, medical, legal and social service providers.

President, Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)

2002 – 7, 2009 – 12

  • Coordinated bi-monthly meetings and six-part lecture series each academic year.
  • Wrote grants to secure funding for lecture series and inclusion materials for regular education teachers.
  • Facilitated monthly support group for parents of children with disabilities.
  • Collected data and advised District Leadership and School Committee on special education issues and initiatives.
  • Wrote and issued press releases on PAC activities and news related to special education.
  • Oversaw conversion of website to WordPress.com – gdsepac.wordpress.com
  • Served on School District search committees and task forces as requested.

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Francis W. Parker Essential Charter School

Devens, MA

Future Search Steering Committee

2012 – 2013

Served on a committee that planned a spring 2012 conference to develop and implement a long term vision and action plan for Parker, a school dedicated to progressive education.

Transcend Research

Massachusetts General Hospital

Charlestown, MA

Outreach Director

2009 – 10

Edited promotional and book materials and coordinated speaking engagements and outreach for Dr. Martha Herbert, M.D., Ph.D., on current research addressing neurological and developmental disorders.

 

Four Corners Neighborhood Association

Groton, MA

Co-Founder

2004 – present

Facilitated and tracked communication with the Town and local media for grass-roots community group on development activity in the eastern section of Groton.

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Groton-Dunstable Education Foundation

Groton, MA

Grants Committee  .  Public Relations

2004 – 6

Wrote feature articles and issued press releases highlighting activities funded by Foundation grants.

Groton’s 350th Celebration

Groton, MA

Education Subcommittee

2003 – 5

Served on a committee that designed and published both a coloring book and a walking tour guide to commemorate the 350th anniversary of Groton’s incorporation as a town in Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Provided principal photography for the walking tour guide.

Office of the President

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA

Associate, Analytical Studies and Planning Group (ASPG)

1990 – 1993

  • Staff liaison between MIT’s Faculty and Administration.
  • Provided administrative and policy support for Faculty Committees on issues of central administration and governance as Staff to the Chair of the Faculty.
  • Legislative support and editorial oversight for the bi-annual revision of the Rules and Regulations of the Faculty.
  • Researched and wrote issue briefs for the President, Vice President in the Office of the President and the Chair of the Faculty.  Prepared Faculty Meeting materials, agendas and legislation for the Faculty Officers.
  • Coordinated and served as Secretary to several committees, including the Faculty Policy Committee, the MIT Press Management Board, the Committee for the Strategic Review of Benefits, the Committee on the Undergraduate Program, The Freshman Housing Committee and the Committee on Privacy.
  • Transition Assistant to President Charles M. Vest  .  July-Oct. 1990
  • Served as the on-campus liaison for Dr. Vest during his transition to MIT from the University of Michigan.
  • Managed the incoming President’s calendar, coordinated appointments and facilitated communication within MIT regarding all aspects of the leadership change from Dr. Paul E. Gray to Dr. Vest.

Administrative Assistant, Analytical Studies and Planning Group (ASPG)

1988-1990

  • Provided administrative, editorial and clerical support to the Associate.
  • Editorial Assistant on the 1990 revision of the Institute’s Policies & Procedures manual.
  • Coordinated special events for the Chair of the Faculty.

SMH Bar Review

Boston & Somerville, MA

Director of Course Administration/Boston Office Director/Property Manager

1985 – 1988

  • Provided administrative support to a legal education company offering 20 test-preparation courses in 130 locations nationwide.
  • Tracked enrollments, edited and designed administrative manuals, and hired and supervised Boston office staff.
  • Managed company-owned office building at 195 State Street in Boston, handling tenant relations for seven floors of prime office space.

Education

Wheaton College

Norton, MA

BA in Government

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