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Hi, my name is Mackenzie Pederson! I just graduated with my BA in Forensic Psychology, and I wanted to use my behavior knowledge to continue working with special needs kids in the school setting. I am teaching kindergarten through third-grade resources and am looking forward to the challenge.

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Before I decided to return to school for my teaching certification, I worked as an ABA therapist. I worked one-on-one with children to help them receive medically necessary behavior interventions. After seven years in the field, I wanted to expand my ability to help more kids specifically in academics.

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When I am not working or in school, I love to be outdoors. During the summer, I am at the river every chance I get (I live in Arizona). Once it cools down, hiking is no longer a safety hazard, and I can wander back onto the trails. You can count me in whether it is car, tent, or hammock camping!

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Between teaching, school, and my adventures, I would be silly not to establish something to help me relax. I love painting, though I am definitely a work in progress. I love to find a nice, cozy corner with my crafts or a good book.