Academic Testing & Educational Assessment Services
Mary Sirianni, M.Ed., M.P.H.
Master of Education in Special Education & Master of Public Health
Mary Sirianni is an experienced educator and public health professional with more than 20 years of experience supporting children, families, and communities. She holds master’s degrees in Special Education and Public Health and has worked across special education, intervention services, early childhood education, and community health.
Mary’s previous roles include Special Education Teacher and Intervention Specialist, where she developed extensive expertise in data-driven intervention, progress monitoring, individualized instruction, assessment, and supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. Her background also includes special education case management, advocacy, collaboration with families and educational teams, and implementing evidence-based supports to promote student success.
As part of the Burke Therapy team, Mary will provide academic testing and educational assessment services for students through various public and private school contracts that Burke Therapy partners with. Her extensive experience in special education and intervention allows her to approach assessment with a comprehensive understanding of each student’s individual needs.
Learning Specialists
Teresa Kucia
Learning Specialist; M. Ed Special Education
Terri Kucia is a K-12 Certified Special Education educator who earned her degree in 1996 from the University of Saint Joseph. She did a yearlong internship as a Reading Specialist and took additional graduate classes in both reading and writing to advance her skills and knowledge. Before starting with Burke Therapy, Terri worked for Hartford, New Britain and Newington public schools.
Terri joined Burke Therapy in 2015 as a way of continuing to fulfill her passion for working with children struggling to establish academic independence. Since 2015, Terri's efforts and acknowledgements have not gone unrecognized. Multiple families and local private and public school administrators celebrate her efforts by highlighting individual student growth patterns related to grade level increases, dismissal from RTI programming, and honor roll recognition.
Terri has completed the VIRTUS training, a National Catholic requirement of the private Catholic School community. Burke Therapy is proud to be able to offer its families such an educated and compassionate professional.
Katie Blomberg
Learning Specialist; BS Science & Mathematics
Connecticut Provisional Educator
Certificate in
Mathematics Secondary Education Certification
029 - Mathematics, Grades 7 through 12
Katie is a passionate and experienced mathematics educator with over 12 years of teaching expertise, now bringing her skills to the Burke Therapy Educational Specialist team. She specializes in student-centered instruction that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and deep, long-term understanding.
By incorporating Building Thinking Classroom (BTC) strategies, Katie promotes active problem solving and group learning, blending structured lesson planning with flexible, responsive teaching to meet the diverse needs of students.
As a certified mathematics educator in Connecticut, Katie is dedicated to creating inclusive, growth-focused learning environments where students build confidence, develop independence, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for mathematics.
Sue Hammell
Learning Specialist; B.A. in English & Creative Writing
Sue Hammell has over 20 years of experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a private special education school. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in Creative Writing, bringing strong communication skills and creativity to her work with students.
Over the past 10 years, members of the Burke Therapy team have had the privilege of working alongside Sue at her current full-time school placement through a collaborative occupational and speech therapy partnership. During this time, Sue has consistently demonstrated deep compassion, a strong work ethic, and an exceptional ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships with students.
Sue will be a valuable asset and positive addition to the Instructional Support team. She approaches her work with care, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to supporting student growth and success.
Natalie Markusza
Learning Specialist; Master of Education & BS Psychology
Natalie Markuszka holds a Master of Education from Wheelock College and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Education from Suffolk University.
She brings a strong background in literacy instruction, differentiated learning, assessment, and data-informed teaching. Natalie utilizes small-group instruction, individualized learning strategies, and educational technology to support her students' diverse needs. She is passionate about creating engaging, supportive learning environments and helping students build the academic skills, confidence, and strategies they need to succeed.