Our Team

After graduation from the College of Charleston with a degree in Sociology I set out to find my first “real” job. I was hired as a Service Coordinator. While I have always known I wanted to do something that made a difference in the lives of other people, I spent the next twelve years in the field of Service Coordination. The families and the consumers I worked with taught me more than I could ever learn in a text book. I knew I had found the field I wanted to make my life’s work.

After my twelve year career as a Service Coordinator and Supervisor I decided it was time for a change, for the past seven years I have been the Executive Director of Pattison’s Academy.

I absolutely love working with children and adults with disabilities, I missed the daily interaction with the people we were serving and their families. I wanted to get back to what was important, listening, interacting and participating in the lives of the people I wanted to help. I have always wanted a hobby, but never could sit still long enough to have one.

I am busy keeping up with my two amazing boys, William 13 and Nathan 10. When I am not taxi driver, referee or short order cook I am reading. I LOVE to read. I have a wonderful supporting family and amazing friends. Life is good.

I have always had a great love of children but wasn’t sure where it was going to take me. After graduation from Winthrop University with a degree in Psychology and Child Development I began working with preschoolers in early literacy programs in Dorchester County. I quickly discovered Early Intervention and began an eight year career as the Lead EI in Dorchester County before starting the Early Intervention and Service Coordination programs for Pattison’s Academy.

I love working with children and adults with disabilities. Watching their progress and growing with their families is the most fulfilling aspect of my job.

I live in Summerville with my husband and three children and 2 dogs. We are very active at Bethany United Methodist where I run the Bridges program for children with disabilities including the monthly respite program for families of children with disabilities.

As the sister of a twin with Spina Bifida and severe hearing loss as well as a little brother with Autism Spectrum Disorder, intervention services have always been apart of my life. It wasn’t long before I realized the significance of what was happening while my siblings were getting to “play.” I knew I wanted to be apart of something as special as that was.

I have been with Path Finders Team Services now for almost 10 years.   Path Finders creates an outlet for everything I love, stand for and believe in to come together in one place.

When I am not at work, I am spending time on the farm with my husband, our dogs Moose and Glock and our new daughter Bennett.  Most importantly, I love living life with the people I love the most in the place I love most. Go Tigers!

I started babysitting at a young age and ever since then I knew I wanted to work with children. In high school, I realized my love for working with children with special needs and delays. When I started college at the University of South Carolina, I had no idea what exactly I wanted to do until I became close friends with a little girl with Down syndrome. It was when I started taking her to therapy and working with her daily that I knew my calling was to help children like her along with other disabilities. I did as much research as I could to find a career that would let me do what I love that eventually led me to early intervention. After graduating with a BS in Psychology, I was lucky enough to find Path Finders. I believe in their mission and love being a part of something as special as this is. I love music, my dog and my favorite place is the beach!

From a very young age, I knew that I wanted to make a difference in the lives of others, especially children.  Growing up in Virginia, I volunteered at youth camps and there I found a passion for working with younger children and helping them in any way possible. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Educational Studies at King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, PA and played softball.  While in college, I was a volunteer for the Juvenile Justice System, an intern at an early learning center, and a teacher at our college’s early learning center. Following graduation, I went back home to Virginia and was hired as a preschool teacher. After doing that for about a year, I moved to Charleston and found Path Finders Team Services. I couldn’t be happier! I now reside in Summerville with my husband, son Weston, and beagle puppy CiCi. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, exploring new areas, shopping, and trying new restaurants!

While I grew up in Downingtown, PA I shadowed my mother in the field of Early Intervention. Following in my mother’s footsteps, I earned a Bachelor’s Degree at Coastal Carolina University in Special Education: Multi-Categorical. After graduation, I went right into the classroom teaching students with special needs. The time I spent in the classroom helped me realize how much I loved creating positive relationships with my students and their families. Although, I absolutely adored my students and watching them fulfill their greatest potential, I wanted to further help families by providing resources and support earlier on. When I came across Path Finders, I knew instantly that this was where I was meant to be. In my free time, I love to go on adventurous walks. I also love to play tennis or spend time with family and friends!

I grew up in Richmond, Va. I recently graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Public Health and a minor in Business Administration.  I am currently in part time school getting my master’s in Speech and Language Pathology. I have so much fun working for Path Finders. Being an EI gives me so much great experience for school and satisfaction being able to work with young kids. When I am not working, I enjoy going on walks downtown and being with family and friends. I love Charleston and have no reason to leave anytime soon. I love being so close to the beach and all the food/shops around here.

I was born in Annapolis, MD and my parents moved our family back to Charleston, SC in 2000. I graduated from Winthrop University with a BA in psychology, minor in sociology, and a focus in health. I have always had a passion for working with special needs children and adults. I have a heart for the disabled and believe everyone should have equal opportunity. Being part of the Path Finders team has only made my passion grow!

I was born and raised in Charleston, SC and I recently graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. I adore working with kids and I am so happy to have found Path Finders! Early intervention is such a powerful resource and I am so grateful for the opportunity to serve children and their families in this capacity!

I am from Charleston, South Carolina. At a very young age, I volunteered in SPED classes. Assisted teachers with lessons and entertainment. Ever since then, I’ve always had the desire to help others with disabilities and special needs. I received my Bachelor of Arts in 2019 and majored in Mass Communications with a minor in Theatre from Claflin University. I am a first-generation college graduate. I am very thrilled to be a part of this team!

I’m originally from Charleston, South Carolina! I attended the University of Alabama where I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Development & Family Studies.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always had the desire to help others. Growing up I was around children often, whether that be playing with my younger cousins, babysitting, or volunteering in my church’s nursery- it ultimately led to my huge heart for kiddos.

After college I knew I wanted to move back home to Charleston, which led me to discover Path Finders! I am so fortunate for this opportunity to be an EI. I hope to leave an impact on each family and child’s life. When I’m not working, I love hanging out with family, friends, my dog, and trying new restaurants around town!

I was born and raised in Mt. Pleasant, SC. I graduated from Winthrop University with a degree in business administration and a concentration in healthcare management. While in school, I worked in a hospital, and became very passionate about helping people and making a difference. The experiences I gained working there taught me what it truly means to serve others. After school, I started my current role as a case manager. I am so thankful for the opportunity to serve the community and make an impact on the lives of the local families. In my free time, I like to surf, read, and spend time with my family and friends.