Rae Ann Brodie Kaylie M.Ed.
Early Childhood Special Education Consultant

Rae Ann Brodie Kaylie brings over 17 years of expertise working with young children, families and professionals.  She holds both a Masters and Bachelors Degrees in Early Childhood Special Education from University of Maryland, College Park.  Rae Ann was employed by the Howard County Public School System as a Special Education teacher and Early Childhood Intervention Specialist for 14 years.  She served as a team leader from 1998-2005.  (She holds an advanced professional teaching certificate from the State of Maryland, birth through grade 8).  During those 14 years, Rae Ann worked with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, Kindergarten students and their families. The needs ranged from mild to severe and case loads included children with Autism, physical disabilities, speech/language delays and developmental delays.  During home visits, Rae Ann coached families and caregivers by demonstrating teaching techniques and introducing developmentally appropriate materials.

Rae Ann has conducted a variety of training workshops for parents and professionals.  In addition, she has taught classes at Anne Arundel Community College.  Rae Ann has also served as the director of a special needs community Sunday school from 1994-1998.