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About Us
Flex It Academy
Flex It Academy Learning Centers focuses on education and behavioral skills. We take pride in assisting our students in achieving their goals and aspirations. Here at Flex It Academy, we provide a unique learning environment and an exciting curriculum. We believe that all children are inquisitive and enjoy learning. It is our job to give them the right tools to achieve their goals. Creating a learning plan that is flexible to their needs, enables them to feel confident, enjoy learning and succeed.
Services
Our Services include attending one of our campuses, homeschooling, tutoring, speech and occupational therapy. We guide each student, according to their interests, needs and strengths. Our individualized learning programs are formative and anxiety free. Applied Behavioral Analysis focuses on the principles that indicate and explain how learning takes place. We apply these techniques to encourage constructive learning and positive behavior. Children with Autism, educational, behavioral and/or social challenges will benefit in
our individually based learning programs. Applied Behavior Analysis has
also given us some insight that can help children develop social skills
and understand the norms of society.
Curriculum
Flex It Academy Learning Center's curriculum is adaptive and differentiated. Our teachers are available in person and online. We offer incentives and rewards. We believe that positive reinforcements motivate and stimulate
our students to meet and exceed their educational goals. We are very Passionate about not only working with our students, but also with parents. Flex IT Academy, provides training for Parents to help their students flourish. We have clubs and support groups for our parents to join, as well. We strive to close the gaps in their learning and to teach coping skills so they are no longer anxious about school. We are grateful for the opportunity to teach, encourage and support our families.
In Loving Memory of Angela K. Mcdonald 1952-2022
Director of Education
Brittany Marotti is an Arizona native. She attended Mesa Community College before transferring to Ottawa University where she received her Bachelor's degree in Music Education and her Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Brittany became intrigued with special education while taking a special education law class. She changed her focus to special education and sought out opportunities to better educate the special population. Brittany continued to her doctoral degree from Northcentral University where she has become a doctoral candidate. Brittany joined Flex It Academy in August of 2021 as our online high school teacher. Brittany has moved up and is now our Director of Education.
Heather Acosta
Behavior Specialist
Heather Acosta is a Behavior Analyst with a heavy background in Special Education. She has over 12 years experience working with children and adults with special needs. She received a Masters of Special Education and another Masters in Autism at Grand Canyon University. She decided to further her education and graduated with a Certificat
Heather Acosta is a Behavior Analyst with a heavy background in Special Education. She has over 12 years experience working with children and adults with special needs. She received a Masters of Special Education and another Masters in Autism at Grand Canyon University. She decided to further her education and graduated with a Certificate in Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies from Northern Arizona University in which she is now sitting for her BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analysis). She has taught special education for several school districts in the areas of cross categorical education; however, she fell in love with emotional disabilities and behaviors. Heather then became a Behavior Specialist and Zones of Regulations trainer for several years then jumped into a leadership role as a Director and CPI trainer. Not only does she have experience working with students but she also has provided parenting courses to help parents understand social emotional and behavior strategies. Heather is excited to use her skill set to help students, parents and staff have a successful year at Flex It Academy Learning Centers.