Carly Kahan, BA

Education:
BA, Psychology, with a minor in Religious Studies, Kenyon College

Bio:

Carly joined the Brazelton Touchpoints Center team as a research assistant in June 2024. She is interested in developmental psychology, alternative pedagogies, education equality, innovative curriculum, social-emotional learning, and school psychology. During her undergraduate studies, Carly independently researched alternative education methods, focusing on constructivist teaching, play-based learning, and student-led learning. Carly applied these concepts while working in a Head Start classroom to encourage student-led learning during block-play activities. She has also been a research assistant at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, contributing to research on gaslighting. Carly has spent time volunteering in an elementary school, engaging with students across various grade levels, including 1st, 4th, and 5th grades.

Carly is looking forward to being a part of a compassionate work environment where she can contribute to the well-being of every child, family, and community. Looking ahead, she plans to further her commitment to accessible and adaptable education by pursuing a master's degree in child development.