Special Education Challenges
Special education presents a complex and challenging landscape for educators, administrators, and support staff alike. Increased demands, staffing shortages, lack of processes and a lack of specialized professional learning collectively impacts the overall well-being, morale, and retention within school divisions.​
By developing targeted and customized professional learning and development opportunities and developing strategic processes, we can build a more resilient and supportive educational system that ensures the success of both educators and the students they serve.
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By equipping educators with the knowledge and support they need, I empower them to make informed and confident decisions that positively impact their professional journey.
While numerous online modules provide fundamental information on special education, they might not align with the unique requirements and challenges educators in your division are experiencing.
My approach is highly customizable, delivering tailored examples and actionable tools/strategies specifically designed to elevate processes, enhance efficiency, and foster consistency among educators. These services are adaptable to both in-person and virtual formats, ensuring flexibility and relevance to your division's distinct needs.
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Services Offered
Comprehensive or Specific Needs Assessments include, but are not limited to the following processes:
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Child Find Referral & Evaluation Consideration
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Eligibility Determination
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Meeting Facilitation (for Administrators)
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Meeting Facilitation (for Teachers)
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Administrative IEP Reviews
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Data Collection & Progress Reporting
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Manifestation Determination Review
Professional Learning & Development opportunities include, but are not limited to the following options:
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Child Find & Eligibility Meeting Facilitation
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Eligibility Determination
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IEP Development​
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Related Services Consideration
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Triennial Component Review & Reevaluation
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IEP Meeting Facilitation
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Data Collection and Progress Monitoring​
What To Expect
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Needs Assessment
I will work closely with your school division to assess the current state of special education practices, identify areas for improvement, and develop a tailored training program that aligns with your objectives.
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Professional Learning
I will provide engaging and interactive workshops covering identified needs, including the latest research, evidence-based practices, and innovative strategies for supporting students with diverse learning needs.
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Instructional Coaching
Optional ongoing, post-training instructional coaching and a support system designed to empower educators in sustained learning and the seamless implementation of new strategies is available.
What is a Complimentary Consultation?
Your school division is invited to a complimentary 30-minute intake consultation via video conference to discuss your specific needs and desired outcomes. During this session, we may explore tailored service plans, potentially incorporating elements such as needs assessments, professional learning and development, and support structures, all designed to address your unique requirements.​
Life Coaching Certifications & Memberships
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Still Whole Wellness - Life Coach Certification
The Coaching Masters - Life Coach Certification
Certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Associate Certified Coach (ACC) by the International Coaching Federation (ICF)
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Education
Old Dominion University Ed. S. Educational Leadership PK-12
University of Colorado-Boulder M.A. Communication Disorders and Speech Science
(Speech-Language Pathology)
New Mexico State University B.S. Communication Disorders
Certifications & Memberships
VDOE Administration and Supervision PK-12
Virginia Board of Audiology & Speech Pathology
American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) -
Certification of Clinical Competence
Lives in the Balance Advocator
