Institute for Educational Development | Professional Staff Development

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

Jessica Mcmurdie is an experienced and practicing school-based occupational therapist, as well as a national presenter on topics related to sensory processing for occupational therapists. Certified in sensory integration, the focus of her clinical work is helping students with sensory processing disorders, including identifying the root cause of students' behaviors or academic difficulties. Jessica is a dynamic presenter who provides an abundance of innovative, highly effective ideas to enhance clinical skills and accelerate student progress. She understands the challenges facing therapists who work in schools at all levels.

You'll leave Jessica's seminar excited to return to your school with new sensory processing strategies that will help students succeed and improve their attention, focus and function at school.

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"I loved every minute of this day! Jessica's ideas were informative and engaging."

"This seminar made me go back to thinking about the 'Whole Child' and not just fine motor skills. So insightful!"

"As a seasoned OT who is now a grandparent, this presentation was excellent. It refreshed my knowledge on sensory processing, executive functioning, and social emotional development, framed in unique and practical strategies I can really use."

"I feel more positive and comfortable about how to use sensory processing strategies in the classroom. It was practical and actionable. I can use Jessica's suggestions right away."

"Jessica made the topic of sensory processing less intimidating for me. I feel like now I can breathe, move forward and return to school more confident in how to help my students with SPD."