When Megan Peck speaks about her work, the type of energy she exudes cannot be fabricated. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Easterseals Midwest, she spends her days supporting children and families through hands-on progress… progress that often begins small and grows into something that will be lifelong. Megan brings years of experience, deep compassion, and a wholehearted belief in the power of teamwork to every single session she is a part of.
“What we do here stays with people. It becomes part of their story, and part of yours.”
What Drew Her to Easterseals
Megan’s path to Easterseals began in the most natural way possible: a recommendation.
A parent she had collaborated closely with for years saw a job posting and immediately thought, “Megan belongs here.” A simple moment of encouragement brought her to an organization where she felt an immediate sense of belonging.
What stood out initially wasn’t the work itself, but the surrounding environment. She describes Easterseals as a place where collaboration feels natural and where “community” is more than a word: it’s a daily operating system. It’s here where she found a team that shares in successes, supports each other's challenges, and builds meaningful change together.
Her Growth
Over a number of years, Megan has grown not only as a practitioner, but as a teacher, mentor, and partner to families. She has seen firsthand how progress unfolds. It’s not in big, dramatic leaps, but in steady, powerful moments:
- A child cutting with scissors independently for the first time.
- A parent realizing their child is communicating in a way that makes them feel safe.
- A staff member learning a skill that will carry through their whole career.
These moments are “lifelong impacts” according to Megan… and she means it. The work goes far beyond the clinic, shaping confidence, family routines, emotional safety, and independence.
She says it best, “It definitely takes a village. You don’t always see success overnight, but you see a difference that lasts.”
Why It All Matters
The meaning of it all is very clear for Megan: the work changes lives. Not every once in a while, but every single day.
Every breakthrough, every new skill, and every moment of connection contributes to a future of possibility for the children and families she supports.
But the impact doesn’t end there. She believes Easterseals is a place where staff are transformed, as well:
“You’ll feel like you grew as an individual and as a professional,” she says. “Working here is more than a job. It’s something you carry with you.”
Her favorite part of her work is teaching. Teaching parents, teaching staff, and teaching kids. Watching those lessons ripple outward into future classrooms, homes, and workplaces. The skills she helps develop today walk with people into tomorrow.
Which is why she encourages others to join in: because here, your work doesn’t end when the day does. It becomes a natural part of who you are.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If Megan’s story resonates with you - if you’re someone who loves to learn, collaborate, and help others reach meaningful milestones - there’s a place for you here.
Explore careers at midwest.easterseals.com and discover where your passion can take you.
