Respite Worker

My mom built her career as a BCBA and Floortime practitioner, working with children ages 0–3 as well as adults 30+, while also maintaining a roster of private clients over the years. Growing up, I often accompanied her to work, which gave me early, hands-on exposure to individuals with special needs.

That experience naturally evolved into my own involvement in the field: I began coaching soccer to adolescents and young adults through TopSoccer Magic, teaching the fundamentals of the game on a weekly basis. Along the way, I formed meaningful connections—some of which developed into opportunities to work as a freelance respite caregiver.