KRISTIN LYNCH, MS, CCC-SLP
Family and Community Engagement Coordinator, Get Ready to GROW
WHAT I DO AT CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE
- Master Observer (RECAP, GRASSA, QualitystarsNY) - Observe in programs throughout NYS using : ITERS-R, ECERS-R, ECERS-3, CLASS and Youth Program Quality Assessments
- Trainer for ECERS-3 and CLASS – content and field trainer
- GROW Navigator- work directly with programs and parents to ensure completed GROW screenings and related follow-up including work with COMET and the GROW Parent Portal
- GROW Screener- complete full battery of health and developmental screenings including: Vision, Hearing, Dental, BMI, Speech and Language
- Assist with Social Emotional Learning Trainings
PASSIONATE ABOUT
- My dear family and faith! They are my joy, compass and guide
- Being grateful for all the small things and special moments, including challenges - they are opportunities for growth
- Strong, healthy relationships as the foundation to success for children and families
- Educating and empowering families, teachers and children with equal access for all to support and resources for achievement
- Thinking outside of the box to help each child get what they need to: build positive relationships; develop a love of exploring, trying and learning; and to become engaged and productive in opportunities around them
FUN FACTS
- I have 11 incredible children and have been married to my soulmate for over 30 years!
- I am an avid Irish Dance, volleyball, and basketball mom
- I love to cook and bake when I have time