Dorchester Early Intervention Team
Savanna, EI Supervisor, recently moved to the Charleston area from Greenville, South Carolina. She earned a Bachelor’s of science in Psychology with a minor in youth development from Clemson University. Savanna has years of experience working with children of many different ages, and is enthusiastic about working with them to aid in their development.
Julie Johnson, EI, grew up in North Dakota. Graduated from MSU in Minnesota with a BS Degree in Early & Exceptional Education. Lived in MN most of her adult life teaching in a variety of settings. Spent 2 years in Wyoming and relocated to South Carolina in 2022.
Shelby recently moved from Rock Hill to Summerville, but she is originally from Joliet, IL. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a minor in psychology from Winthrop University. Shelby has experience as an ABA therapist, as well as working with children of all ages in a retail setting.
Adiesa earned her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Early Childhood Education and is endorsed as an Early Childhood Family Associate (ECFA) through SCIMHA. She completed an internship with Help Me Grow South Carolina, where she gained hands-on experience supporting children and families through developmental screening and family engagement. She is excited to serve children and families in the Charleston area.
Niya is originally from Georgia and graduated with a B.S. in Psychology. She has volunteered with Special Olympics and participated in the DreamOn3 club, where she worked with children with disabilities. She participated in a University of Georgia program called Project FOCUS, where she worked with 3rd grade students in the classroom. After graduating she moved to the Charleston area and now works at GKAA!
Katrina, Early Interventionist, is from Moncks Corner, SC. She graduated from Grand Canyon University with a B.A. in Early Childhood Education. Katrina is a South Carolina certified teacher and spent the last 12 years in the classroom before joining SC Great Kids.