Serving Children

A young boy with brown hair, wearing a blue t-shirt and beige shorts, is sitting on the floor and writing with a marker. There are several pictures with text on paper articles in front of him. Another child in an orange shirt is in the background, also sitting on the floor. The setting appears to be a classroom or activity room with cabinets, books, and educational posters on the wall.
A young boy is lying on his stomach on the floor, drawing with a pencil on a white sheet of paper. There are educational posters and a colorful alphabet chart on the floor nearby. In the background, several children and adults are sitting and engaging in activities.

Why Tessa:

Tessa brings a rare fusion of educational science, captivating storytelling, and deep empathy to every client relationship. Grounded in behavior analysis and HighScope pedagogy, her foundation includes 8 years of classroom teaching, some as a certified HighScope teacher and 10 years educating adults. She crafts safe, dignified, and joyful learning environments where both children and adults feel seen, respected, and empowered.

What sets Tessa apart is her unique approach to transformation:

  • Interest and Need are considered for all learning goals for adults or children.

  • Infectious sense of humor, instant warmth, and an innate ability to offer compassionate validation.

  • Every strategy is rooted in dignity and fun, ensuring learners stay motivated, confident, and eager to participate in their own success.

Whether working with young learners or guiding adults, Tessa turns skill-building into a joyful, personalized journey at Tales with Tessa. She started her career path as a volunteer at Camp C.A.M.P. and holds close that anything and everything can become inclusive of ANYONE with any exceptionality.

Yes! She does BIRTHDAY PARTIES!

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Yes! She does BIRTHDAY PARTIES! 〰️

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