10/29/2025
Earlier this month, Rebecca was presented the Star Employee Award at the 2025 Talent Connection Job Expo. Here she is alongside Andy Sink, Employment First Director NYS Office of the Chief Disability Officer, and Keynote speaker at the Talent Connection Job Expo.
Rebecca, who has had a long career in multiple industries, always felt it was her calling to work with children. Two years ago, Rebecca listened to that calling and applied for a position as a Teacher's Assistant. From the start, it was clear that Rebecca made the right choice. Rebecca consistently shows up early, rarely calls out, and instinctively engages with the children.
“Rebecca is special for so many reasons. Most importantly, the children adore her!” said Rebecca’s employer. “The children request to be with her… she is such a kind and calming presence which is the key to infant and toddler care.”
“This is my dream job because it is a teaching environment,” said Rebecca. “It makes me feel special when the families, co-workers and supervisors, tell me that she is doing a wonderful job.”
Way to go Rebecca!
New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
