close-up of Kayla Ireland Katie Brown MSED Administrative Coordinator, Katie is an experienced early childhood educator and administrator with over 13 years of handson work supporting young children and families. She currently serves in an administrative support role at Silver Speech Services LLC, where she helps ensure smooth day-to-day operations and maintains the organizational systems that allow the clinical team to thrive. Her strengths in planning, logistics, and team support help ensure services are delivered thoughtfully and efficiently. Before joining Silver Speech Services, Katie spent more than a decade teaching children ages two to four in early childhood classrooms, where she built deep expertise in child development and early learning. She also founded and ran a postpartum doula business in New York City, providing essential care, guidance, and emotional support to new parents during the early postpartum period. Katie holds a Master’s degree in Infant and Family Development, along with dual certification in Early Childhood Special Education and General Education. Her professional path has been shaped by a lifelong commitment to caregiving, influenced by her upbringing in a home that fostered over 100 infants. Now a mother herself, Katie brings both personal and professional insight to every role she takes on. She is known for her calm presence, organized approach, and heartfelt dedication to supporting families and teams alike. Outside of work, Katie finds joy in singing and exploring new places. Whether performing music or traveling to unfamiliar destinations, she values experiences that connect her to people, culture, and creativity—interests that continue to enrich her personal and professional life.