Amy J. Serpe’s career working within the disability field began in 1980 with an emphasis in program planning and implementation for children, adults, educators and people with disabilities. Employment includes work in the areas of rehabilitation teaching for people who are blind or visually impaired, disability awareness education and training and ADA compliance.

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Ms. Serpe has held managerial positions at the:
 

• Chicago Transit Authority
  
   

• City of Chicago Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities​
   

• Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services
   

• Chicago Public Schools
   

• VSA Arts of Chicago
   

• Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital and Care Network

 

Throughout her profession, Ms. Serpe has created a variety of training materials and has lectured to audiences of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Emphasizing the inclusion of people with disabilities in mainstream society, topics have included equal access to employment, inclusive education, housing, transportation, independent living and the arts, as well as compliance with disability-related laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).

 

Ms. Serpe has served on many community organization boards and committees including:

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• Chicago Transit Authority ADA
  Compliance Advisory Board

• Council for Disability Rights (CDR)

• VSA arts of Chicago

• Soroptimist International of
  the Americas

• Library Courte Condo Assoc.

• Girls Best Friend Foundation

• Dance > Detour

 

Ms. Serpe’s education and certifications include:
 

• Master of Arts in Education, DePaul University, Chicago, IL
   

• Bachelor of Fine Arts, Rockford College, Rockford, IL
   

• National-Louis University, Chicago, IL Frameworks and Perspectives of Special Education Course
   

• Illinois Teaching Certificate, Type 9, Current Inactive Status
   

• Member Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society

 

In November 2021, Ms. Serpe formed Serpe Solutions, Inc., continuing her advocacy work within the disability field.

 

"I am passionate about serving individuals who are struggling in their personal or professional lives due to vision loss or other disabilities, and I want to share my experiences, frustrations, and successes that will allow people to recognize their own potential, maximize their independence, and live a fulfilled life."