What is your educational background?
I went to a two year college and have an ASS of General Studies.

What other experiences, or staff development has prepared you for inclusion?.
I worked as a teacher assistant and a substitute for kindergarten through 12th grade in New Mexico. I am also a regular day care provider and a Sunday school teacher.

What is your job role?
Educational Support Staff

What is your role regarding the inclusive component of the program?
I work with the children in play and guide them through their activities.

How has your role changed or have you adapted your role as it relates to the inclusive program?
I am doing fine.

What were your biggest concerns about participating in an inclusive program?
I was concerned with a lack of communication.

What were your experiences related to these concerns once inclusive services were implemented?
The same as before.

Can you offer one or more anecdotes that you feel illustrate the benefits of inclusion?
I feel that there needs to be more time for the teachers to discuss their needs. . . come in earlier if needed.