Scott Fontechia is a University of South Florida alumnus, receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Master of Science degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Currently, Scott works as an employment specialist at The Learning Academy at USF and provides a variety of employment-related services to adults on the autism spectrum. He has provided services to the autistic community across a range of ages and settings since 2010. The Learning Academy is a transition program and employment service vendor through the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation and the sister program of the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD-USF). In addition to providing direct services to job-seekers, Scott also trains businesses and professionals on autism and other diversity topics, is an adviser to Learning Academy transition students, and is an invited speaker and presenter on autism-related topics.
Sessions
Scott Fontechia - Unmasking Autism: Perspective on Hiring Practices and Bringing Whole Self to Work