Chelley DeGennaro

Chelley DeGennaro has spent nearly two decades in special education, supporting students with diverse needs and empowering the educators who serve them. She began her career as an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) teacher, working primarily with students with autism and other disabilities. As a case manager for hundreds of students, she became known for her expertise in designing effective interventions, supports, and high‑quality IEPs. Her district frequently relied on her skills to train teachers across multiple schools, strengthening evidence‑based practices and meaningful IEP development. Chelley later served as a behavior interventionist, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and IEP teams to support students through data‑driven strategies and individualized behavior plans. Chelley is now part of Florida State University’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (FSU CARD) as an autism consultant, continuing her commitment to improving outcomes for individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who support them.

Financial Disclosure: Chelley is employed at FSU-CARD as an autism consultant. Conference registration paid. Non-financial: None to disclose.

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