Sara Cartwright - Early Childhood Autism Assistant

Sara grew up here in Williamson County.  She attended and graduated from Battle Ground Academy High School in May of 2000.  From there she pursued a degree in Early Childhood at The University of Tennessee in Chattanooga.  After attending school for a few years, she decided to get some hands-on experience in the classroom and took a position as a Preschool teacher for a school in Chattanooga.  In 2004, Sara moved back to Franklin and picked up her teaching experience at a local preschool, working full-time.  Her passion for the education of young children grew and she began classes to get her Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification.  In 2007, she acquired her CDA and began training courses to further her knowledge in Early Childhood.  After two years back in Franklin, she became a nanny for a family with three boys.  The youngest began treatment for Apraxia and Sensory Motor Planning Disorder at 18 months.  This sparked her interest in children who have special needs.  Now, in her new position with WCS, she hopes to share her passion for early learning and also learn more about all levels of educating preschoolers.