Ms. Megan has experience working with kids of all abilities for over 10 years. Her love for inclusion stems from her childhood when she had neighbors with Autism, Down syndrome, and genetic orders. She spent her teenage years working as a Swim Instructor, Alternate Curriculum Para, and Direct Support Professional. Ms. Megan now has a 9 year old nephew who is on the Autism Spectrum that continues to inspire her to advocate for the inclusion of all abilities.

​ In 2022 she graduated as an Occupational Therapist and began her journey as an Aquatic Therapist after having completed research on the benefits of adaptive physical activities. Since graduating, she has become an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, received a Microcredential in Autism through the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy, and completed training to become an Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation Institute Certified individual. Most recently, she has begun training to become DIR/Floortime® Certified.

Ms. Megan is passionate about creating individualized approaches that incorporates each person’s strengths while providing neurodiversity affirming practices to support their growth in the water!

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Macey graduated from Nebraska Methodist College in 2025 with her A.S. in Physical Therapist Assisting. Macey’s clinical background includes working with people of all ages in a variety of settings including: outpatient, pediatrics, long-term acute care, and aquatics.

She enjoys working with a variety of ages and diagnoses but found a passion for pediatrics through her clinical rotations. She is passionate about creating individualized physical therapy treatments depending on a child’s likes, interests, and preferred activities.

Her favorite part about physical therapy is having the opportunity to see individuals regain the strength and confidence to participate in activities they enjoy!

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Ms. Lilli was first introduced to All-Inclusive Aquatics at Creighton University where she is currently a first-year occupational therapy student. Her love for swimming and passion for inclusive play led her to join the team as an Adaptive Swim Instructor!

Ms. Lilli is originally from Kansas City and grew up swimming competitively. She cares deeply about making sure all kids get the opportunity to have fun at the pool! Ms. Lilli worked as a summer camp counselor for children with intellectual and developmental differences for 2 years where she helped them feel safe while trying new things such as swimming and zip lining. She loves helping kids boost their confidence and feel proud of everything they do!

Ms. Lilli is so happy to be a part of All-Inclusive Aquatics as an Adaptive Swim Instructor and is dedicated to making swim lessons safe and fun!

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Ms. Cheyney is so excited to serve the community on the All-Inclusive Aquatics Team! She graduated from Wayne State College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in May 2023. She is currently in her third and final year of the occupational therapy program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Ms. Cheyney was first introduced to All-Inclusive Aquatics after completing a fieldwork in Fall 2024.

Ms. Cheyney recently completed two 12-week fieldworks with one being in pediatrics and involving weekly aquatics. She also has experience leading aquatics in Masaya, Nicaragua for a summer for those of all abilities. She has volunteered at a summer camp for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and participated in various pediatric events such as GoBabyGo and J.P. Lord wheelchair cleanings. ​ Her experiences from school and having loved ones with intellectual/developmental disabilities have further confirmed her passion for working alongside and equipping youth to be confident and safe as well as encouraging them to continue to be their most amazing selves! Ms. Cheyney believes those of all abilities should have the opportunity to achieve their unique goals in a positive and welcoming environment. There is no better place to facilitate these skills than the water!

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Ms. Macz earned her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Wyoming after completing her Bachelor’s degree at Utah State University. She is currently completing her Clinical Fellowship Year at a middle school. Ms. Macz has clinical experience across a range of settings, including inpatient and outpatient therapy, home health, university clinics, and school-based services, working with both children and adults.

Ms. Macz enjoys working with a wide variety of communication needs, values therapy that is practical, individualized, and grounded in real-life needs. She values collaboration, flexibility, a good sense of humor, and enjoys helping clients feel more confident using their communication skills beyond the therapy space.

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Ms. Jaimie graduated from The University of Kansas with a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association with dual speech-language licensures from Nebraska and Iowa.

In addition to the above credentials, she also holds a certificate in high and low functioning autism. Ms. Jaimie’s clinical experiences include working with individuals of all ages and with a variety of speech and language impairments. She has worked in a wide range of pediatric settings, including clinical environment, home visits and home programs including a birth to 3 program, as a team member and within ABA teams, preschool, elementary and middle school settings. Some of her specialty training’s include verbal behavior/VB MAPP, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Social Thinking and Kaufman Speech Apraxia.

Ms. Jaimie enjoys helping children of all ages improve their communication skills and believes an important part of intervention includes working with parents and caregivers.

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Megan P.jpeg Ms. Megan (Pierce) Adaptive Swim Instructor Ms. Megan is super excited to be on the All-Inclusive Aquatics team as an Adaptive Swim Instructor! She is currently a first-year occupational therapy student at Creighton University and is originally from the Western Suburbs of Chicago. This is where Ms. Megan developed her love and passion for the water, swimming competitively since she was six years old and continuing while at St. Norbert College.

She has always been an advocate for inclusion and loves to help others achieve their goals in and out of the pool. She has experience as a swim coach, inclusion companion for district park summer camps, and most recently as a Rehabilitation Technician!

Ms. Megan loves to make a positive impact on swimmers’ journeys as she helps them gain confidence in the pool. One of her favorite parts of being an Adaptive Swim Instructor is creating a safe, uplifting environment where each swimmer’s unique goals and interests are incorporated into their swim lessons!

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Mr. Jason has been with All-Inclusive Aquatics since May of 2024. He is a Special Education Teacher for Westside Community Schools. He has his undergraduate degree from University of Nebraska Omaha in Secondary Education with endorsements in special education and physical education. He also received a Masters degree from Minnesota State Mankato in Developmental Adaptive Physical Education.

Mr. Jason taught swim lessons (able-bodied and adapted) for 8 years throughout high school and college. He has been married to his wife, Hannah, for 4 years. They have a 3 year old boy, Tate, 5 month old girl, Tenley, and 7 year old dog, Rue.

Mr. Jason loves helping people learn to swim and is excited to be a part of the All-Inclusive Aquatics team!

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Ms. Rylee began volunteering with All-Inclusive Aquatics in December of 2023. In January of 2024, she joined the team as an Adaptive Swim  Instructor! She has over five years of experience teaching swim lessons and a Bachelors of Science degree from UNO.

Ms. Rylee is currently in school for her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and looks forward to a career working in pediatrics! She has swum competitively for more than 12 years, which sparked her love for teaching swim lessons. Ms. Rylee also has experience working at the Munroe Meyer Institute for the last two years.

While with All-Inclusive Aquatics, she has supported the growth of countless swimmers by creating a trusting relationship to support the growth of each individual. Ms. Rylee loves being an Adaptive Swim Instructor and seeing how independence creates confidence!

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Joel graduated from Saint Louis University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2018. Joel holds licenses to practice PT in both Iowa and Nebraska. Since his graduation he has found a love for pediatrics and worked in settings including: home health, outpatient, and behavioral centers. He has worked with patients from birth to 21 with a variety of motor impairments and diagnoses. He has extensive experience with children on the Autism Spectrum and enjoys collaborating with other disciplines to ensure the best possible care. Joel’s favorite part of physical therapy is maximizing a child’s ability to explore their world in a fun, interactive way.

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