Rebecca Engle

Rebecca Engle is a passionate advocate for inclusive education, an author, and a public speaker. As an autistic educator, she focuses on creating supportive learning environments for students with disabilities.

Rebecca earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with minors in literacy, history, and special education from the University of the Incarnate Word and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Educational Policy and Leadership at Texas Tech University, focusing on Special Education. She is also working on improving support models for autistic students, particularly addressing the limitations of traditional behavioral support and resource classrooms.

Beyond her work in education, Rebecca is an author of Step Into My Shoes, a book inspired by her experiences navigating school as an autistic student. Having been non-verbal until age four and on an IEP until fifth grade, she is dedicated to advocating for students with disabilities and ensuring they receive the support they need.

In addition to her writing and advocacy, Rebecca serves as a non-profit board member and enjoys knitting, writing, and volunteering in her free time.