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We provide educational consulting, academic support, and professional coaching informed by

30 years of special education and school leadership experience.

My insights and knowledge are drawn from multiple experiences in education, including teaching special education, learning support, school leadership, district administration, and university-level teacher preparation.

This background allows me to support families and learners with a practical understanding of educational records, school systems, student learning needs, disability-related supports, executive function challenges, and academic planning.

There is another door.

Another possibility.

Another solution.

Another way forward.

I will help you locate it and I will walk through the door with you.

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Educational Consulting

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Student Academic Support

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Executive Functioning Coaching

Educational Consulting · Student Academic Support · Executive Functioning Coaching

Services

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    Educational Consulting & IEP/Records Review

    Help families understand assessments, IEPs, progress reports, eligibility, services, transition planning, and school communication.

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    Learning Support and Tutoring

    Individualized academic support in reading comprehension, writing organization, study skills, learning strategies, homework routines, and confidence-building.

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    Executive Functioning & Academic Success Coaching

    Support organization, time management, task initiation, planning, prioritizing, study routines, and accountability.

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    Business English & Professional Communication Coaching

    Support professional English conversation, workplace vocabulary, meetings, presentations, interview preparation, email writing, pronunciation clarity, and communication confidence.

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    College, Career & Transition Readiness Consultation

    Support school transitions, postsecondary options, accommodations, diploma pathways, college readiness, career planning, and adult learner success.

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    Special Education Leadership Coaching

    Confidential coaching and consultation for special education administrators seeking support with compliance, staffing, leadership challenges, difficult cases, program development, and effective problem-solving. Designed for both new and experienced leaders who value practical guidance, collaboration, and professional growth.

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Special Education Leadership Coaching & Consultation

For New and Experienced Administrators

Leading special education programs requires navigating complex compliance requirements, staffing challenges, parent concerns, program decisions, and competing priorities. Individualized coaching and consultation provide a confidential space to think through difficult situations, explore options, and develop practical strategies grounded in real-world leadership experience.

Support may include:

  • Compliance and procedural questions

  • Complex student cases

  • Difficult parent situations

  • Staffing and supervision challenges

  • Program development

  • IEP process concerns

  • Organizational systems and workload management

  • Leadership development for new administrators

  • Preparation for challenging meetings

  • Problem-solving and decision-making support

WHY WORK WITH ME?

My perspective is informed by 30 years of experience across special education teaching, learning support, school leadership, district administration, educational consulting, and university-level teacher preparation.

I have served as a Special Education Teacher, Learning Specialist, Principal, Program Manager, Director of Special Education, Senior Director of Special Education, and Lecturer in Special Education. This range of experience allows me to understand both the family perspective and the school system perspective.

I help families, students, and adult learners and administrators move from confusion to clarity by breaking down complex information, identifying practical next steps, and building systems for academic, educational, and professional success.

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  • "What set Sharon apart was her experience as a former special education administrator. She helped us understand both the documents and the educational process in a way that was clear, balanced, and practical."

    Parent of an elementary student

  • "Before working with Sharon, I felt overwhelmed trying to understand my son's assessment reports and IEP. She helped me organize my questions, understand the recommendations, and participate confidently in the meeting. I left feeling informed and prepared, and better able to advocate for my child."

    Parent of a middle school student

  • "I am grateful for Sharon's support with navigating the IEP process. I am happy other parents who need support and counseling will have the experience of working with Sharon."

    Parent of high school student and middle school student

  • “Sharon's depth and breadth of experience is truly remarkable, but what sets her apart is her empathy and compassion. Her commitment to helping families find just the right path for their kiddos is evident in every interaction. Sharon helped us achieve meaningful progress where so many others failed us.”

    Parent of a middle school student.

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Interested in working together? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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