Khadijah Waldron, Developmental Specialist

Khadijah is a graduate of The College of New Rochelle and she received a BA in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Social Work. She continued her education at Mercy College to earn a Masters Degree in Elementary Education with a certification in Special Education. Khadijah began her career as an 8th grade special education teacher for the Department of Education. During her tenure as a public school teacher working with children with developmental delays she discovered her passion for individualized education and family training. She contracted as a SEIT and ABA provider through the Committee on Preschool Special Education for four years. During this time she worked closely with children with developmental delays as well as their families addressing educational needs and providing the families with techniques and strategies to help them achieve their educational goals. In pursuit of working with an even younger population, she became involved in the area of Early Intervention as a Special Instructor and Evaluator. As of September 2008, Khadijah became a full-time staff member with RCDS serving our families residing throughout the metro NYC area. Khadijah is best known for her lasting relationships formed over the years with both the children and parents.