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Parenting K-6 Kids/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions about Pre-K 5th grade. How to listen and talk to your child.Discipline that makes sense and much, how to understand your childs behavior and more. I am able to answer questions about teens,as well I have worked sucessfully with teens in foster care and a teen center, I have a great understanding of teens behavior.
Experience in the area
I am retired teacher.(2005)and administrator. I am a Court Appointed Special Advocate(CASA) with the Juvenile Court for the past 6 years. Working with children and teens in foster care. I am a S.T.E.P.( Systematic Training For Effective Parenting) Parent Educator, and I am preparing to conduct workshops in my community.
Education/Credentials
Masters in Early Childhood Education/Certification in instructional Leadership Court Appointed Special Advocate(CASA) (Volunteer) S.T.E.P Parent Educator/Leader-(Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) Parent-Aide Oasis Counseling Center
Awards and Honors
Teacher of the Year Judical Commendation Award from the Juvenile Court
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenny | 04/18/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I will let you know, thank you ..... |
| Deb | 03/30/12 | 1 | 10 | 10 | |
| Debra | 02/09/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much... that is all ..... |
| Lisa | 01/27/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your response ..... |
| Christy | 11/01/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Dr. Mabel J. Swaby
2012-03-22 Wake up & Start Over:
Hi Deb, Thank you for writing. This appears to be a question that you might want to address with her pediatrician. This is out of my area of expertise, I am a counselor. I hope you are able to get
2012-03-15 how to control and my 7 years old naughty,adament anti-attitude son?:
Hi AJIT, Thank you for writing. I am not sure of some of the words you have used as I am in the USA, but I will try to respond as best as I can. It appears that your son at seven is running the house
2012-03-09 How to tackle 9 year boy's odd behaviour:
Hi Riya, Thank you so much for writing. I am sorry It has taken me so long to respond, but my computers are sick:):) and will not be well until Monday 3/12/12 I is my WiFi connection at home So, I brought
2012-01-23 My Son Likes His Daddy More:
Hi Lisa, Thank you for writing. I am sure you are a upset but, I do not believe you should be concerned that your son has the ability to love one parent more than the other. Lisa, how does your son
2011-11-20 Hobbies:
Hi Christy, Thanks for your your letter. At nine years old I would not be too concerned about her hobbies or interest,it appears she is still trying to find her place among her peers.However;I am concerned
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