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Meet Brittany Gonzalez, a SWFL Neurodiversity Specialist and professional in special education with over five years of experience teaching neurodivergent individuals. Brittany's diverse skills and knowledge equip her with the tools to create inclusive, collaborative, and psychologically safe learning environments. She has invested in her professional development by completing a Master’s in Special Education from Florida Gulf Coast University, obtaining licensure with the Florida Department of Education, pursuing continuing professional development coursework, and even publishing a children's book on Amazon called "Black & White Dwight." If you're looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated special education teacher and neurodiversity specialist, Brittany Gonzalez, M.Ed., is the perfect fit.

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Meet Brittany Gonzalez, M.Ed., an special education expert dedicated to helping neurodivergent students succeed. With over five years of experience teaching individuals with unique needs and a Master's degree from Florida Gulf Coast University, Brittany has extensive practical knowledge. Brittany's exceptional teaching skills, compassion, and commitment to her students were recognized when she was chosen as a Top 30 Finalist for the prestigious Lee County Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Program award for two consecutive years. This award recognizes the most outstanding teachers in Lee County, Florida, and is a testament to Brittany's ability to make a real difference in the lives of her students. Brittany holds active Florida-certified teaching certifications in Exceptional Student Education (Grades K-12) and Elementary Education (K-6) and has passed the Professional Education Test and General Knowledge Test. She also holds Florida Department of Education Endorsements in Autism Spectrum Disorders, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and Reading. This diverse set of skills and knowledge equips her with the tools to create inclusive, collaborative, and psychologically safe learning environments. In addition to her teaching experience, Brittany has invested in her professional development by completing a range of courses on LinkedIn. These courses include "How to Stand Out," "20 Habits of Executive Leadership," "Become a Trauma Informed Leader," "Diversity and Inclusion in a Global Enterprise," "Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging," "Equity First: The Path to Inclusion and Belonging," and "Psychological Safety: Clear Blocks to Innovation, Collaboration, and Risk-Taking." ​ As a mother of two neurodivergent sons, Brittany understands firsthand the challenges families face when supporting their children. In addition to her personal experience, Brittany has also conducted graduate-level research on neurodiversity and the educational needs of children with unique needs. She has even published a children's book on Amazon called "Black & White Dwight," a neurogroovy story about dichotomous thinking, to help children learn about their unique perspectives and experiences. If you're looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated special education teacher committed to creating supportive learning environments, then Brittany Gonzalez, M.Ed., is the perfect fit. Her expertise, empathy, and experience make her an exceptional educator who will positively impact your students' lives.

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