Developed philosophy and method of support with the understanding that self-knowledge and self-esteem are foundational to the ability to learn. Supported the academic needs of students with mild to moderate learning disabilities in both private and public schools, grades 1-9. Specialized in students with challenges in attention and executive function. Demystified learning disabilities and struggles for students, parents and teachers. Collaborated with classroom teachers. Modified curricula, assignemnts. Developed materials to make curricula more accessible. Communicated regularly via phone, email, text and in-person meetings with teachers, parents, school psychologists and school administrators. Wrote bi-annual reports and completed monthly billing.

Provide individual and small-group support to students in third through eighth grades at a school with a focus on social justice and social/emotional learning. Implement reading support programs, including the "Seeing Stars" program, One Minute Reader, and others. Specialize in working with students with challenges in attention and executive function. Develop curricula and teach small group literature and math classes for 6th-8th grades. Collaborate with parents and other teachers on student goals, accommodations.

Led the development and implementation of a 7th grade program within a mixed 7th/8th grade class. Developed curricula and taught both 7th and 8th grade students in math, science, social studies, art, literature and writing, with a special focus on language arts. Initiated traditions including: weekly 7th grade Council meetings, a study and production of Romeo and Juliet, and end-of-the-year memoirs. Provided extensive support to students in resolving difficulties with friendships, homework, and learning disabilities. Assessed student progress across the curriculum. Conferred with parents, students and staff in developing appropriate academic and social goals. Developed special education plans in conjunction with students, parents, and special education providers at GCS and at local middle schools.