I am a special education teacher and advocate with a master's degree in special education and 14 years of experience in public schools in Philadelphia and Central Bucks. I help families understand evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, and school systems so they can advocate with confidence for autistic learners, students with ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, and more.
I combine classroom experience, policy knowledge, and lived understanding of neurodiversity to support families through the IEP process from start to finish.
I have worked in both the School District of Philadelphia and Central Bucks School District, supporting students across grade levels in resource, inclusion, and specialized programs. I have written and implemented hundreds of IEPs and behavior support plans and have sat on every side of the IEP table.
I hold a master's degree in special education and am a member of Alpha Epsilon Lambda Graduate Honor Society for academic excellence. I serve as the elected commissioner for Ward 6 in Upper Moreland Township, which helps me understand how school and community systems interact and how families can make their voices heard.
My advocacy focuses on clear communication, relationship building, and student centered solutions. I help you prepare, stay regulated in meetings, and follow up with focused action steps so you are not carrying this alone or guessing what to do next.
Services are tailored for families of autistic students, learners with ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, and other disabilities who need support with school communication and IEP or 504 planning.
Comprehensive review of evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, progress reports, and behavior plans. You receive a written summary in plain language, a list of strengths and concerns, and suggested questions to bring to your school team.
One to one preparation for IEP, 504, manifestation determination, or problem solving meetings. We organize your notes, rehearse what to say, and create a simple script so you can share your concerns clearly and stay on track.
Virtual or in person support for school meetings, where available. I help you listen for key details, ask follow up questions, and keep the focus on your child's needs, accommodations, and services instead of getting lost in jargon.
Support with drafting and editing emails, documenting incidents, tracking patterns over time, and planning how to raise concerns in a constructive way. I provide templates and scripts so you know exactly what to say and when.
Collaboration on realistic supports for organization, task initiation, work completion, emotional regulation, and behavior plans at school. We look at both home and school strategies so expectations and supports match your child's profile.
Sessions for families or small groups on topics like reading an IEP, autism in the classroom, executive functioning, and how to advocate without burning out. Ideal for parent groups, caregiver networks, or community organizations.
Share a bit about your child, your school district, and what is not working right now. I will respond by email with next steps and options for working together.