Our Team
Our Team
Team Overview
Early Learning ABA consists of dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional educational programming and Applied Behaviour Therapy (ABA) for children with or without diagnosis. Our team includes Board Certified Behaviour Analysts, Ontario Certified Teachers, Educational Assistants (ABA Therapist) and Early Childhood Educator.
Each of our team members work as part of a multidisciplinary team and plays a unique role in supporting our learners and families. Through compassion, understanding, and diligence, we provide families with constant support and relevant training to help their children. Our highly trained staff of dedicated professionals share their passion for working with children with ASD and their families.
A letter from the owner, Chelsea
Early Learning ABA was founded to provide children and their families with an empowering and resourceful environment to meet their individual needs. I have the experience working and volunteering in education and special education for more than 10 years. This experience has only strengthened my commitment to education. I am grateful to teach in a community of kids with exceptional needs. Throughout my time as a teacher, I saw the growing depletion of resources, support, and funding for children and families. I understand how important it is for families and professionals to work together to ensure the best outcomes for the child. In founding Early Learning ABA, I strive to ensure that our clinicians have reduced caseloads to provide a higher level of support to their families.
-Chelsea Tannis, Founder & Director (OCT)
Team Overview
Early Learning ABA consists of dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional educational programming and Applied Behaviour Therapy (ABA) for children with or without diagnosis. Our team includes Board Certified Behaviour Analysts, Ontario Certified Teachers, Educational Assistants (ABA Therapists) and Early Childhood Educator.
Each of our team members work as part of a multidisciplinary team and plays a unique role in supporting our learners and families. Through compassion, understanding, and diligence, we provide families with constant support and relevant training to help their children. Our highly trained staff of dedicated professionals share their passion for working with children with ASD and their families.
A letter from the owner, Chelsea
Meet the Team!
Chelsea Tannis
Director & Founder, Ontario Certified Teacher
Chelsea earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education, Cum Laude, with a specialization in Comprehensive School of Health. Chelsea earned her Honors Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Ottawa.
Chelsea has had the opportunity and experience working and volunteering with both children and in special education for more than 10 years. Her experience has only strengthened her commitment to education. She is grateful to teach in a community of kids with exceptional needs. She understands how important it is for families and professionals to work together to ensure the best outcomes for the child.
Her additional teaching qualifications include: Teaching Students with Communication Needs (Autism Spectrum Disorders), Practical Functional Assessment and Skilled Based Treatment of Severe Problem Behaviour, Mental Health First Aid Canada Course, Kindergarten Part 1, Kindergarten Part 2, Special Education Part 1, English Language Learners Part 1, Guidance and Career Education Part 1 & Health and Physical Education.
Chelsea continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification. She also is in the process of completing her Kindergarten Specialist.
Chelsea Tannis
Director & Founder, Ontario Certified Teacher
Chelsea earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education, with a specialization in Comprehensive School of Health. The program focused on promoting health through teaching and learning, leadership, student engagement, social and physical environments, and home, school and community partnerships. Chelsea earned her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Ottawa.
Chelsea has had the opportunity and experience working and volunteering with both children and in special education for more than 10 years. Her experience has only strengthened her commitment to education. She is grateful to teach in a community of kids with exceptional needs. She understands how important it is for families and professionals to work together to ensure the best outcomes for the child.
Her additional teaching qualifications include: Teaching Students with Communication Needs (Autism Spectrum Disorders), Mental Health First Aid Canada Course, Kindergarten Part 1, Kindergarten Part 2, Special Education Part 1, English Language Learners Part 1, Guidance and Career Education Part 1 & Health and Physical Education. Chelsea continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification. She also is in the process of completing her Kindergarten Specialist.
Kelly Nightingale
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), Clinical Supervisor
Kelly Nightingale, M.P.Ed., BCBA has worked in the field of applied behaviour analysis since 2012. She holds a BA in Psychology and Linguistics, a graduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences and a Masters of Professional Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis. She was certified by the BACB as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2019.
Kelly has worked primarily in early and school-age intervention but has also worked with teens and adults. She has delivered services in a variety of settings, including but not limited to, in-home, in-centre, in-school and residential group homes. She is passionate about ABA and hopes to inspire others to continue to pursue careers in the field.
Kelly Nightingale
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), Clinical Supervisor
Kelly Nightingale, M.P.Ed., BCBA has worked in the field of applied behaviour analysis since 2012. She holds a BA in Psychology and Linguistics, a graduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences and a Masters of Professional Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis. She was certified by the BACB as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2019.
Kelly has worked primarily in early and school-age intervention but has also worked with teens and adults. She has delivered services in a variety of settings, including but not limited to, in-home, in-centre, in-school and residential group homes. She is passionate about ABA and hopes to inspire others to continue to pursue careers in the field.
Dayna Farhat
Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA)
Dayna has been working with children and young adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities since 2013. She is passionate about the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and how it can be applied to a diversity of people, environments and situations.
Dayna is a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst and is excited to be working with the dedicated team of professionals at Early Learning ABA. In 2012, Dayna graduated with a Specialization in Psychology from the University of Ottawa. She went on to receive a postgraduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences from Algonquin College and a certificate from Florida Institute of Technology in verified behaviour-analytic coursework.
Marina Crober
Ontario Certified Teacher, OCT
Marina earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education, with a specialization in Comprehensive School of Health. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Honours with High Distinction Child studies, Minor in Spanish (2018). Marina has had the opportunity to volunteer and work with children for more than 10 years.
She will be teaching Early Learning ABA’s Kindergarten Preparation and School Age program. Marina’s additional qualifications include: Reading Part 1 and is in the process of completing her Kindergarten Specialist. She prides herself on her passion for meeting children’s needs and the relationships she creates with her students.
Dayna Farhat
Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA)
Dayna has been working with children and young adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities since 2013. She is passionate about the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and how it can be applied to a diversity of people, environments and situations.
Dayna is a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst and is excited to be working with the dedicated team of professionals at Early Learning ABA. Dayna graduated with a Specialization in Psychology from the University of Ottawa. She went on to receive a postgraduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences from Algonquin College and a certificate from Florida Institute of Technology in verified behaviour-analytic coursework.
Marina Crober
Ontario Certified Teacher, OCT
Marina earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education, with a specialization in Comprehensive School of Health. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Honours with High Distinction Child studies, Minor in Spanish (2018). Marina has had the opportunity to volunteer and work with children for more than 10 years.
She will be teaching Early Learning ABA’s Kindergarten Preparation and School Age program. Marina’s additional qualifications include: Reading Part 1 and is in the process of completing her Kindergarten Specialist. She prides herself on her passion for meeting children’s needs and the relationships she creates with her students.
Laura Slot
Instructor Therapist
Laura earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Carleton University and a Double-Minor in Women & Gender Studies and Critical Race Studies. She graduated from Algonquin College, earning her Social Work diploma and a certificate in multidisciplinary studies in Mental Health and Well-Being.
She is an Educational Assistant and ABA Therapist. Laura has been working with children, youth, and adolescents with and without developmental support needs for over 6 years, working closely with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She currently is completing a Post-Grad in Autism and Behavioural Science. Laura continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification.
Sarita Sandoval
Instructor Therapist
Sarita earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Carleton University. She is an Educational Assistant and ABA Therapist. Sarita has over 6 years of experience working with youth and children in diverse environments. She has experience working in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) setting, supporting both children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and collaborating with therapists, clinicians, and educators.
Sarita is passionate and dedicated to helping individuals grow, learn and accomplish their personal goals. Sarita continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification.
Sarita Sandoval
Instructor Therapist
Sarita earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Carleton University. She is an Educational Assistant and ABA Therapist. Sarita has over 6 years of experience working with youth and children in diverse environments. She has experience working in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) setting, supporting both children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and collaborating with therapists, clinicians, and educators.
Sarita is passionate and dedicated to helping individuals grow, learn and accomplish their personal goals. Sarita continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification.
Laura Slot
Instructor Therapist
Laura earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Carleton University and a Double-Minor in Women & Gender Studies and Critical Race Studies. She graduated from Algonquin College, earning her Social Work diploma and a certificate in multidisciplinary studies in Mental Health and Well-Being.
She is an Educational Assistant and ABA Therapist. Laura has been working with children, youth, and adolescents with and without developmental support needs for over 6 years, working closely with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She currently is completing a Post-Grad in Autism and Behavioural Science. Laura continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification.
Dior
Instructor Therapist
Dior Ngong
Instructor Therapist
Dior has earned her diploma in Development Services at Algonquin College. She has experience working with children and youth who have a variety of special needs and challenging behavior for over 4 years. Dior continues to increase her qualifications in the field and is currently enrolled in completing a RBT certification. She believes in collaborating and building positive relationships with families and other professionals to help achieve and maintain meaningful behavior change for clients in their everyday lives.