Areas Of Experties

Consulting

  • Providing comprehensive case monitoring and management
  • Interpreting School & Independent Evaluations
  • Observing students, schools & programs
  • Developing 504s and IEP’s with measurable goals
  • Collaborating with other specialists to develop and implement a range of appropriate services to meet students’ academic, social and emotional needs
  • Providing referrals to other professionals such as neuropsychologists, tutors, counselors, occupational therapists, and physical therapists

Advocacy

  • Empowering parents to self-advocate by providing knowledge about their child’s needs and their legal rights in accessing services
  • Attending TEAM Meetings to advocate for services that will best meet student’s individual needs
  • Advising parents with constructive and practical recommendations
  • Guiding families in navigating the IDEA Special Education and 504 Processes
  • Representing clients at special Education Mediations & BSEA Hearings
  • Negotiating for services
  • Researching, exploring and advocating for alternative educational placements

Academics

  • Delivering direct, specialized instruction (DSI) in reading, written language, math and study skills
  • Utilizing research based multi-sensory methods and programs including Wilson Reading, Project Read, Math Steps and Word Problems Made Easy 
  • Monitoring progress
  • Administering, scoring, and interpreting psycho-educational evaluations and screenings