Saashya Rodrigo

Saashya Rodrigo has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in the education and research fields. Saashya is currently working as a Principal Researcher at the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), where they lead research projects. Prior to this, they served as a Research Manager at NCLD. Saashya also worked as an Educational Consultant at Ceylon Speechie, providing expertise and guidance in the field of education. Saashya has experience as a Freelance Writer and has worked as a Data Specialist at Stand for Children. Saashya has also held positions as a Graduate Research Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin and Georgia State University, where they contributed to various research projects related to education. Early in their career, they worked as a Special Education Teacher at Coralwood Diagnostic Center and served as a Program Coordinator and Teacher at Emory Autism Center: Little Walden. Saashya has also worked as a Substitute Teacher at The Highlander School and Teacher Assistant at the Center for the Visually Impaired, gaining experience in different educational settings.

Saashya Rodrigo completed their Bachelor of Science degree at Georgia State University from 2009 to 2013. The field of study for their undergraduate degree is not specified. Saashya then pursued a Master of Education degree in Early Childhood Special Education specializing in Multiple and Severe Disabilities at Georgia State University from 2014 to 2016. Finally, they obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Special Education, with a focus on Learning Disabilities and Behavioral Disabilities, from The University of Texas at Austin between 2017 and 2021.