How do new teachers apply the often theoretical elements of their textbook knowledge in their classrooms? Mentors help new education professionals through these challenges and more.

Whether you’re a new or experienced educator or administrator, brush up your mentoring and coaching skills to support pre-service and in-service teachers. Hear from Jabari Taylor and Catharine Lory on effective approaches to supporting your colleagues.

Admission is free and CEUs are available for those attending the live event. A recording of the event will be available online.

Speakers

Catharine Lory, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA

Assistant Professor of Special Education, Department of Early Childhood, Multicultural, & Special Education

Catharine Lory received her doctoral degree in educational studies from Purdue University, with a focus on special education. She is also a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA-D). Before joining UNLV, she worked as a postdoctoral research associate at Baylor University. Lory has extensive experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in school and community-based settings. Her research areas include:

• Exploring how autism and the environment interact to shape the behavioral characteristics of autistic individuals
• Designing and evaluating interventions to address the educational and behavioral needs of autistic students
• Empowering educators and other professionals to implement evidence-based practices for individuals with autism through collaborative coaching methods.

Jabari Taylor, Psy.D.

Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Early Childhood, Multicultural, & Special Education

Jabari Taylor received his Psy.D. in educational leadership from the University of Arizona Global Campus. He received his M.A. in special education. His research interests include:

• Students with disabilities
• Emotional and behavioral disorders
• Educational leadership
• Change theory
• Teacher retention
• Behavioral systems

In addition, he brings an extensive background in serving students with disabilities, educational leadership, teaching, and mentoring new teachers. Taylor currently teaches undergraduate and graduate education courses.