About Andrea

Background

When one of her children was falling behind, despite a high IQ, Andrea realized there was a problem. She had him tested, and discovered dyslexia, but could get no support from the schools - public or private. They did not have anyone qualified to deal with this particular learning difference. Although Andrea was very successful mastering careers in marketing, sales, and banking she returned to school to get a Master's Degree, with the intention of helping her children, and became a highly sought tutor. This has led to a full time avocation and vocation for Andrea.

Education

Master of Education - Learning Therapy
Southern Methodist University (SMU), August 2008

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Texas A&M University, August 1991

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor Lourdes College
Educational Psychology

First State Bank of Rio Vista
Assistant Vice President of Production Development/Cross Selling

ExecuTrain of Texas, Inc
Account Executive

Pacific Rehab of Texas, Inc.
Marketing Coordinator

First City Bancorporation
Retail Tracking MC/Visa Coordinator
Marketing Representative

Certifications

Certified Academic Language Therapist
Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA)

Learning Therapy Certification
Southern Methodist University (SMU)

Certified Barton Reading & Spelling Tutor
Barton Reading & Spelling System

Honors & Memberships

  • Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA)
  • International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
  • ExecuTrain Employee of the Month
  • Key Performer, First City Texas
  • Sales LEader, First City Texal
  • Stanley Marcus Retailing Competition Award for Excellence