El Kaliouby and Picard, an MIT professor and Affectiva's chief scientist, were developing a device that could respond to users» emotions,
with the aim of helping
autistic children communicate better.
Women and Families Center (Meriden, CT) 5/2003 — 7/2004 Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor & Internship • Developed curriculum for
autistic pilot program while supervising the implementation of camp activities and overseeing the proper placement of
children within program activities • Hired, trained, and monitored support staff to ensure proper adherence to teaching techniques • Managed camp budget, including trip expenditures, to ensure successful cost - benefit relationship •
Communicated effectively
with parents and other interested parties regarding student behavior / progress Safe Haven of Waterbury (Waterbury, CT) 9/2001 — 7/2004 Family Violence Victim Advocate • Utilized a complex variety of instructional and assessment strategies while effectively implementing behavior - change interventions at both the individual and student level • Developed and integrated media and other technological aides to improve classroom experience • Facilitated and fostered constructive communication
with parents and other interested parties • Created an effective and constructive «curriculum writing project»