Jennifer C. Townsend, M.Ed is an Educational Consultant with expertise in social emotional learning differences including autism spectrum disorder. Jen works in partnership with school districts to build capacity for educating students with autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities in the school setting using best practices paired with appreciative inquiry coaching and universal designs for learning. She is the co-author for Social Emotional Engagement Knowledge and Skills (SEE-KS) and a contributor to various written pieces including book chapters and research studies to support this success. She contributes to the field of education with collaborative consultation in school-based programming, home-based programming, mental-health & well-being, professional development, coaching, implementation of evidence based practices, and universal design for learning. She provides professional learning opportunities including lectures across the United States and Canada.
Jen has a Master's in Education from the Johns Hopkins University and received a postgraduate certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder from Johns Hopkins University and has her Director of Special Education and Pupil Services certification from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. She currently collaborates with Carrol University, Emporia State University and the University of West Georgia. Jen is an active member in the field of education and believes that together we can go beyond just making a difference; we can be the difference.
Jen has a Master's in Education from the Johns Hopkins University and received a postgraduate certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder from Johns Hopkins University and has her Director of Special Education and Pupil Services certification from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. She currently collaborates with Carrol University, Emporia State University and the University of West Georgia. Jen is an active member in the field of education and believes that together we can go beyond just making a difference; we can be the difference.