The Arc of the United States
Katy Schmid is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program development and education for individuals with disabilities. Currently serving as the Senior Director of National Program Initiatives at The Arc of the United States since January 2016, Katy has directed national partnerships focused on accessibility, assistive technology, and inclusive employment, among other areas. Previous roles include Director of Education and Technology at The Arc, where Katy managed outreach to over 600 local chapters, and Director of Professional Services at Rethink First, delivering support and professional development to educators across major school districts. Katy's career began as a Teacher in a county-wide Autism program and transitioned through various roles in assistive technology services, underscoring a robust commitment to enhancing educational outcomes for marginalized communities. Katy holds a Master's of Science in Education and Human Services with a focus on Special Education and a Bachelor's in Liberal Studies from Longwood University.
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The Arc of the United States
The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. With approximately 140,000 members affiliated through over 600 state and local chapters across the nation, we are on the front lines to ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families have the support and services they need to be fully engaged in their communities. The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with I/DD and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. If you are interested in a career with The Arc, visit our job board: http://www.thearc.org/what-we-do/resources/job-board.