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Presenter

Institution: Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockfor
Position: Manager of Program Development and Training
Location: Chicago, IL, United States
Education Credentials:

MSW, BCBA

Financial Disclosure:

Shannon Wess is employed by Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford and receives a salary. She has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Experience

Shannon Wess, MSW, BCBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and experienced professional specializing in autism service delivery, special education coaching, and staff development. With a background in behavioral health, direct care, and wraparound case management, she brings a systems-level perspective to improving supports for students with disabilities and special education programs in public school districts across Illinois. Wess is known for designing and delivering dynamic training programs that inspire lifelong learning. Her passion lies in empowering those who serve others—believing that well-supported professionals are key to improving outcomes for individuals with diverse needs. In addition to training special education teams, Wess created First Response, a specialized autism awareness training program tailored for first responders and emergency medical personnel.

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