Elizabeth Curtin
About Elizabeth Curtin
Elizabeth Curtin is a Training Specialist at STAR Autism Support, where she has worked since 2017. She previously served as a Special Education Teacher at Champaign Unit 4 Schools and holds advanced degrees in Education Policy and Special Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Work at STAR Autism Support
Elizabeth Curtin has been serving as a Training Specialist at STAR Autism Support since 2017. In this role, she focuses on providing training and support to educators and professionals working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Her work is centered in the Portland, Oregon area, where she applies her extensive knowledge in special education to enhance the effectiveness of autism support strategies.
Previous Experience in Special Education
Prior to her current position, Elizabeth worked as a Special Education Teacher at Champaign Unit 4 Schools from 2013 to 2017. During her four years there, she gained valuable experience in teaching students with a range of disabilities, including those in academic resource and self-contained functional life skills settings. This experience has informed her approach to training and development in her current role.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth holds a Master's degree in Education Policy, Organization and Leadership with a concentration in Educational Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which she completed from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and Teaching from the same institution, studying from 2009 to 2013. She also holds a Learning Behavior Specialist 1 teaching certification and a principal's endorsement in Illinois.
Background and Relocation
Elizabeth moved to San Francisco in June 2017, shortly before beginning her role at STAR Autism Support. This transition marked a significant step in her career, allowing her to leverage her educational background and teaching experience in a new environment focused on autism support.