Cindy Cavallaro

Cindy Cavallaro has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries and roles. Cindy is currently working as a Legal Specialist at the Massachusetts Commission on Disability, where they collaborate with others to benefit those in need.

Prior to that, Cindy held various positions at the Wounded Warrior Project, starting as an Outreach Specialist and later becoming a Warrior Support Specialist/Senior Lecturer. Cindy also served as a Board Member, actively working with both military personnel and civilians suffering from PTSD/TBIs. Additionally, Cindy was involved in finding resources, coordinating with clients, and providing support to individuals and families affected by these conditions.

Cindy also founded Cavallaro, Davenport & Bowden, where they served as a Founder and Senior Special Education Advocate. Their work involved attending certification programs and advocating for equal rights for the disabled. Cindy later worked as a Client Advocate, specializing in Special Education and Civil Rights Law, as well as serving as a Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Public Relations and Communications Expert.

Furthermore, Cindy founded Special Education Advocacy and Consulting, assuming the role of Founder and President. Cindy also served as a Senior Lecturer at C.J. Cavallaro and worked as a Life Coach at Cj Cavallaro.

Cindy has also been actively involved in their community, serving as an Appointed Member to the Commission of Disability for the Town of Swampscott. In this role, they represented the legally disabled residents and interfaced with other towns and agencies. Cindy also served as a Town Meeting Member.

Earlier in their career, Cindy worked as an Executive Legal Assistant at ARC Association, where they collaborated with an attorney to represent parents of special needs children. Cindy also held the position of Operations Manager at Verizon Yellow Pages.

Cindy's career began as a Mental Health & Occupational Therapist Assistant at Hogan Regional Center. Cindy has continuously pursued their passion for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities, combining both volunteer and paid positions throughout their lifetime.

Cindy Cavallaro has a diverse educational background. Cindy attended Boston College, where they studied Mobility Training for the Blind and Sign Language Interpretation, with a focus on being a liaison for parents of special needs children. Cindy also attended Lesley University, where they pursued drug and alcohol counseling.

In addition, Cindy completed a program at NEADS (National Education for Assistant Dog Services), although the specific degree or field of study is not mentioned. Cindy also attended Suffolk University Law School, although no details about their degree or field of study are provided.

Cindy completed their high school education at Swampscott High School. Furthermore, they attended The Children's Center for Communication / Beverly School for the Deaf, where they studied the linguistics of American Sign Language (ASL) and other sign languages.

Cindy has obtained several certifications to further enhance their skills. Cindy is certified at a level in sign language by The Children's Center for Communication-Beverly School for the Deaf. Cindy is also certified as a service dog trainer by NEADS World Class Service Dogs. Additionally, they have received training as a special education advocate and parent trainer from the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN).