Melani Candia
Learning Specialist
Hometown:
- Cochabamba, Bolivia
Educational Background:
- Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education, ESOL and Reading endorsement from University of Central Florida
Previous Teaching Experience:
- 5 years as a Special Education Teacher at United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida
- ESE Team Lead
- YMCA After-School Program Coordinator
Specialized Training / Area of Expertise:
- Orton-Gillingham Training 60 – at the Associate Level
- Behavior Management
- Bilingual English and Spanish
What I Do at EtB: Learning Specialist:
- OG Lessons
- Academic support in reading, math, and writing
- Executive function strategies
Favorite Color/Food/Movie, etc…
- Lavender/Bread
Where you might find me in my free time:
- On a walk, reading a book, or drawing at home
What inspires my work with students:
- I firmly believe that access to education empowers students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities and creates independence and confidence, whether that is in reading, life skills, math, or a combination.