Chelsea Patton is an educator with over 24 years of diverse positions such as teaching special education, Behavior Consulting, and behavioral therapy, in Fort Wayne, IN and Freeport, FL. Chelsea moved to Florida in August of 2024 where she began teaching in a Self-Contained ESE classroom, K-5. Chelsea has her bachelor’s degree in general studies, a master’s degree in applied Behavior Analysis, Graduate Certificate in Transition to Teaching, and Reading Endorsed. With her degrees and work experience, she has been able to effectively work with and support students with autism, emotional disabilities, dual diagnoses, and other learning disabilities. During the past 14 years as a behavior consultant/behavioral therapist Chelsea has supported clients and their families through academic, social, emotional, and behavioral situations. Chelsea feels it is key to individualize instruction to meet the needs of her learners and collaborate with the students’ team to allow for continuity of learning and care.