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Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSWD) CSWD Team
As Manager, Sheryl is responsible for planning and directing the activities of the CSWD as well as developing and implementing new services and supports in order to meet the needs of students at Niagara College. Sheryl is a graduate of Niagara College and possesses a Bachelor or Arts degree in Psychology with a concentration in Asian studies, a Masters of Education degree with a concentration in Counselling and is a Registered Rehabilitation Professional. She joined Niagara College in January 2004 with more than 12 years experience assisting persons with disabilities in rehabilitation, counselling and employment services. Sheryl encourages students with an "open door" policy for sharing their experiences and feedback. "The CSWD staff strive to continually improve the services offered within the CSWD and we need to hear the students' perspective in order to grow and develop within the college community."
Carolynn is the secretary and the first line of contact for CSWD at the NOTL Campus. She provides information about the Centre’s many support services, maintains all student files and resource materials, updates documents and forms, co-ordinates staff schedules and sets all counselling appointments at the NOTL Campus.
Gilles has a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Educational Psychology form McGill University. Gilles has worked in the field of Counselling Psychology and Education for 25 years and he is a registered Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. What Gilles finds most rewarding about his work is "helping students succeed", as well as the "work diversity and challenges".
Motto: "The right technology used correctly can change everything!" (See: Assistive Technologies) As the assistive technologist for Niagara College, James works along side of students who have learning disabilities and guides them in the use of specific technology. This assistive technology is designed to aid students in the areas that the disability inhibits their progress. By using the technology, it allows them to realize their full potential in the academic areas of College. James believes that technology alone is not enough and that the real value of the devices and programs are seen only when the appropriate strategies are used. Examples of assistive technology would be text reading/scanning software, organizational software, study aids and other devices that minimize the affects of disabilities in the classroom. The Assistive Technologist also maintains a web-log on Assistive Technology that includes links and comments on free programs that can be found on the web and used for Assistive Technology purposes. CHECK IT OUT!! http://atatthedoor.blogspot.com
Jennifer works with students who have a learning disability to help develop learning strategies that will make use of their skills and strengths and creates academic accommodation plans. She develops metacognitive skills such as study skills, memory and concentration techniques, time management, reading and writing, realistic goal setting, stress and anxiety, organization, test and exam preparation, and study techniques to match with one’s learning style. Jennifer possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, a teaching certification in English and a Masters of Education degree with a concentration in counselling. She joined Niagara College in August 2006 with 12 years of experience in teaching and counselling. She believes all students can be successful, and with the right learning tools, all students can be life-long learners. She is always willing to try something new to motivate students and to help them think outside the box. The diversity at Niagara College creates a wonderful environment to work, and the students’ energy is contagious!
(See: Learning Strategies)
I believe that students with learning difficulties have to "Work Hard" to be able to survive academically. However, my role is to model creative approaches to learning new material that are emotionally engaging and intellectually stimulating, so they can "Work Smart".
As a disability counsellor, Trina is responsible for developing academic accomodation plans and delivery counselling support for students with disabilities. Trina enjoys the many challeges that students present in her day to day work with them. Her greatest reward is attending graduation ceremonies at the College and recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of the students that she has the privilege of working with.
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Sheryl Johns, M Ed, R.R.P.
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Carolynn Beaulne
Tara Fox
Gilles Prescott, M.A., C. Psych. Assoc.
James McEwen
Jennifer Babin
Sharon Moukperian, M. Ed, B. Ed, OTC
Trina Washington, M.A., RSW