Lead Learning Specialist

• Jul 2023 - Present

Owner / Educational Therapist

• Jan 2020 - Present

Arrive Education is an Educational Therapy practice specializing in serving secondary and adult learners with executive function challenges, learning and behavioral challenges, and mental health issues which may be impeding success in the school environment. Educational therapy meets students at the intersection of their academic goals and the challenges that may be getting in the way of achieving them. Through navigation of the emotional connection to learning, we teach students effective… Show more Arrive Education is an Educational Therapy practice specializing in serving secondary and adult learners with executive function challenges, learning and behavioral challenges, and mental health issues which may be impeding success in the school environment. Educational therapy meets students at the intersection of their academic goals and the challenges that may be getting in the way of achieving them. Through navigation of the emotional connection to learning, we teach students effective strategies to help get through, and master, high school and college as autonomous learners.
https://arriveeducation.com/ Show less Arrive Education is an Educational Therapy practice specializing in serving secondary and adult learners with executive function challenges, learning and behavioral challenges, and mental health issues which may be impeding success in the school environment. Educational therapy meets students at the intersection of their academic goals and the challenges that may be getting in the way of achieving them. Through navigation of the emotional connection to learning, we teach students effective… Show more Arrive Education is an Educational Therapy practice specializing in serving secondary and adult learners with executive function challenges, learning and behavioral challenges, and mental health issues which may be impeding success in the school environment. Educational therapy meets students at the intersection of their academic goals and the challenges that may be getting in the way of achieving them. Through navigation of the emotional connection to learning, we teach students effective strategies to help get through, and master, high school and college as autonomous learners.
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Learning Specialist & Student Accessibility Coordinator

• Aug 2021 - Jul 2023

-Teach five classes of students with disordered learning and/or executive function challenges to help build strategies and autonomy based on their individual learning profile -Provide one-on-one support for students as an educational therapist -Help students with test preparation for major college admissions tests -Analyze and create accommodations plans (IEP & 504 equivalent) in accordance with students’ psychoeducational or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with… Show more -Teach five classes of students with disordered learning and/or executive function challenges to help build strategies and autonomy based on their individual learning profile -Provide one-on-one support for students as an educational therapist -Help students with test preparation for major college admissions tests -Analyze and create accommodations plans (IEP & 504 equivalent) in accordance with students’ psychoeducational or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with current special education practices, as well as through observation and teacher collaboration -Administer learning & diagnostic assessments in accordance with curriculum progress and need to identify potential learning challenges in the school environment -Ensure that all ADA & 504 guidelines are being met as they pertain to the private school environment, including obtaining evaluations through the public school for students suspected of having a disorder -JV Soccer Coach; member of the Student Life Experience and Medical Equity Committees Show less -Teach five classes of students with disordered learning and/or executive function challenges to help build strategies and autonomy based on their individual learning profile -Provide one-on-one support for students as an educational therapist -Help students with test preparation for major college admissions tests -Analyze and create accommodations plans (IEP & 504 equivalent) in accordance with students’ psychoeducational or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with… Show more -Teach five classes of students with disordered learning and/or executive function challenges to help build strategies and autonomy based on their individual learning profile -Provide one-on-one support for students as an educational therapist -Help students with test preparation for major college admissions tests -Analyze and create accommodations plans (IEP & 504 equivalent) in accordance with students’ psychoeducational or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with current special education practices, as well as through observation and teacher collaboration -Administer learning & diagnostic assessments in accordance with curriculum progress and need to identify potential learning challenges in the school environment -Ensure that all ADA & 504 guidelines are being met as they pertain to the private school environment, including obtaining evaluations through the public school for students suspected of having a disorder -JV Soccer Coach; member of the Student Life Experience and Medical Equity Committees Show less

High School Educational Support Specialist

• Sep 2019 - Aug 2021

-Provide one-on-one educational therapy and academic coaching to the neurodiverse/special education population -Provide generalized Executive Function strategies and intervention for the general ed population -Analyze and create accommodations in accordance with students’ psychoeducational and/or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with current special education practices, as well as through observation and teacher collaboration -Streamlined the school's accommodations… Show more -Provide one-on-one educational therapy and academic coaching to the neurodiverse/special education population -Provide generalized Executive Function strategies and intervention for the general ed population -Analyze and create accommodations in accordance with students’ psychoeducational and/or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with current special education practices, as well as through observation and teacher collaboration -Streamlined the school's accommodations policies and procedures in relation to the various stakeholders: parents, teachers, students, referral psychologists, support specialists -Ensure that classroom accommodations are being met by teachers; host professional development opportunities for differentiation; maintain regular communication with teachers -Wrote the school’s first Medical Leave policy to offer equitable opportunities for students with health concerns to preserve credit; consulted closely with the school counselor and Student Support Team to determine these academic decisions for at-risk students -Was integral in transitioning the high school to remote learning during COVID-19 pandemic; I set up all Google Classrooms, served as faculty support, and maintained my regular support schedule with students throughout this time -Member of the Distance Learning Committee, tasked with designing and implementing distance learning policies and procedures across grade levels Show less -Provide one-on-one educational therapy and academic coaching to the neurodiverse/special education population -Provide generalized Executive Function strategies and intervention for the general ed population -Analyze and create accommodations in accordance with students’ psychoeducational and/or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with current special education practices, as well as through observation and teacher collaboration -Streamlined the school's accommodations… Show more -Provide one-on-one educational therapy and academic coaching to the neurodiverse/special education population -Provide generalized Executive Function strategies and intervention for the general ed population -Analyze and create accommodations in accordance with students’ psychoeducational and/or neuropsychological evaluations and in congruence with current special education practices, as well as through observation and teacher collaboration -Streamlined the school's accommodations policies and procedures in relation to the various stakeholders: parents, teachers, students, referral psychologists, support specialists -Ensure that classroom accommodations are being met by teachers; host professional development opportunities for differentiation; maintain regular communication with teachers -Wrote the school’s first Medical Leave policy to offer equitable opportunities for students with health concerns to preserve credit; consulted closely with the school counselor and Student Support Team to determine these academic decisions for at-risk students -Was integral in transitioning the high school to remote learning during COVID-19 pandemic; I set up all Google Classrooms, served as faculty support, and maintained my regular support schedule with students throughout this time -Member of the Distance Learning Committee, tasked with designing and implementing distance learning policies and procedures across grade levels Show less

Consulting Educational Therapist

• Sep 2019 - Dec 2019

Education Coordinator

• Nov 2018 - Sep 2019

-Provide educational therapy and special education services to young adults who experience neurodiversity: learning and behavioral disorders, and mental health diagnoses -Assess neuropsychological evaluations to create education plans for students that includes diagnoses information, accommodations and strategies, and relevant testing results -Guide students through their coursework with accountability measures, learning strategies, and content instruction for individuals and small… Show more -Provide educational therapy and special education services to young adults who experience neurodiversity: learning and behavioral disorders, and mental health diagnoses -Assess neuropsychological evaluations to create education plans for students that includes diagnoses information, accommodations and strategies, and relevant testing results -Guide students through their coursework with accountability measures, learning strategies, and content instruction for individuals and small groups -Help students with the college admissions processes: applications, course registration, disabilities and accommodations services, financial aid -Determine and schedule experiential learning opportunities and internships for students

English Language Arts Teacher

• Aug 2013 - Jul 2018

English Language Arts Teacher - Teach ELA curriculum to 88 students in four classes, plus a fifth reading enrichment course - Differentiate instruction for a wide variety of learners within the general ed classroom, including those with 504 and IEP accommodations - Create, implement, and adapt lessons on a daily basis based on classroom environment, student achievement, and goals -Expertise in the 6 + 1 Traits of Writing, Writer's Workshop, Lucy Calkins, Lexia, Google Classroom… Show more English Language Arts Teacher - Teach ELA curriculum to 88 students in four classes, plus a fifth reading enrichment course - Differentiate instruction for a wide variety of learners within the general ed classroom, including those with 504 and IEP accommodations - Create, implement, and adapt lessons on a daily basis based on classroom environment, student achievement, and goals -Expertise in the 6 + 1 Traits of Writing, Writer's Workshop, Lucy Calkins, Lexia, Google Classroom, etc. - Google Teacher Trainer - Pilot coordinator for Rosetta Stone for ELL students, and TenMarks Writing - Supervisor for the WMS Newspaper Club - Supervisor at 21st Century, an after-school homework program - 2016-2017 students scored higher than the state on 17 of 22 MCAS ELA questions 7th Grade Assistant ELA Teacher & 5th Grade maternity leave Teacher - Assisted special education students within the ELA classroom to differentiate instruction - Created lesson plans and assessments - Tutored a student one-on-one who struggled with reading - Facilitated MCAS testing - Taught all Common Core curriculum for a 5th grade maternity leave - Participated in RTI planning and implementation Show less English Language Arts Teacher - Teach ELA curriculum to 88 students in four classes, plus a fifth reading enrichment course - Differentiate instruction for a wide variety of learners within the general ed classroom, including those with 504 and IEP accommodations - Create, implement, and adapt lessons on a daily basis based on classroom environment, student achievement, and goals -Expertise in the 6 + 1 Traits of Writing, Writer's Workshop, Lucy Calkins, Lexia, Google Classroom… Show more English Language Arts Teacher - Teach ELA curriculum to 88 students in four classes, plus a fifth reading enrichment course - Differentiate instruction for a wide variety of learners within the general ed classroom, including those with 504 and IEP accommodations - Create, implement, and adapt lessons on a daily basis based on classroom environment, student achievement, and goals -Expertise in the 6 + 1 Traits of Writing, Writer's Workshop, Lucy Calkins, Lexia, Google Classroom, etc. - Google Teacher Trainer - Pilot coordinator for Rosetta Stone for ELL students, and TenMarks Writing - Supervisor for the WMS Newspaper Club - Supervisor at 21st Century, an after-school homework program - 2016-2017 students scored higher than the state on 17 of 22 MCAS ELA questions 7th Grade Assistant ELA Teacher & 5th Grade maternity leave Teacher - Assisted special education students within the ELA classroom to differentiate instruction - Created lesson plans and assessments - Tutored a student one-on-one who struggled with reading - Facilitated MCAS testing - Taught all Common Core curriculum for a 5th grade maternity leave - Participated in RTI planning and implementation Show less

Educational Services Director

• Aug 2012 - Aug 2014

- Developed marketing plans to reach out to various student demographics: SAT/ACT, GRE, LSAT, and subject tutoring. (SEO, print and online campaigns, email marketing) - Provided intake support for new clients/inquiries, and then maintained relationships with each client to ensure satisfaction with our tutoring services - Website construction and maintenance, as well as social media and blogging - Worked with CEO to design curriculum and recruit intelligent educators who shared… Show more - Developed marketing plans to reach out to various student demographics: SAT/ACT, GRE, LSAT, and subject tutoring. (SEO, print and online campaigns, email marketing) - Provided intake support for new clients/inquiries, and then maintained relationships with each client to ensure satisfaction with our tutoring services - Website construction and maintenance, as well as social media and blogging - Worked with CEO to design curriculum and recruit intelligent educators who shared pedagogical philosophy - Streamlined hiring process for tutors and other company employees. - Tutored students in English Language Arts with individualized attention and learning plans to suit a variety of different learning styles Show less - Developed marketing plans to reach out to various student demographics: SAT/ACT, GRE, LSAT, and subject tutoring. (SEO, print and online campaigns, email marketing) - Provided intake support for new clients/inquiries, and then maintained relationships with each client to ensure satisfaction with our tutoring services - Website construction and maintenance, as well as social media and blogging - Worked with CEO to design curriculum and recruit intelligent educators who shared… Show more - Developed marketing plans to reach out to various student demographics: SAT/ACT, GRE, LSAT, and subject tutoring. (SEO, print and online campaigns, email marketing) - Provided intake support for new clients/inquiries, and then maintained relationships with each client to ensure satisfaction with our tutoring services - Website construction and maintenance, as well as social media and blogging - Worked with CEO to design curriculum and recruit intelligent educators who shared pedagogical philosophy - Streamlined hiring process for tutors and other company employees. - Tutored students in English Language Arts with individualized attention and learning plans to suit a variety of different learning styles Show less

Student Recruitment Coordinator & Admissions Advisor

• Jan 2012 - May 2013

-Created partnerships with over 100 community based organizations to inform and give presentations to groups seeking educational pathways -Recruited students for Associate through Graduate degree programs at various events throughout the Greater Boston area, including college fairs, information sessions, college-hosted events -Served as advisor to students entering the program with comprehensive, individualized academic planning and support -Coordinated marketing efforts with the… Show more -Created partnerships with over 100 community based organizations to inform and give presentations to groups seeking educational pathways -Recruited students for Associate through Graduate degree programs at various events throughout the Greater Boston area, including college fairs, information sessions, college-hosted events -Served as advisor to students entering the program with comprehensive, individualized academic planning and support -Coordinated marketing efforts with the Marketing Manager for associate, bachelor, graduate, and professional programs -Co-planned college marketing events, including luncheons, fairs, and open-houses Show less -Created partnerships with over 100 community based organizations to inform and give presentations to groups seeking educational pathways -Recruited students for Associate through Graduate degree programs at various events throughout the Greater Boston area, including college fairs, information sessions, college-hosted events -Served as advisor to students entering the program with comprehensive, individualized academic planning and support -Coordinated marketing efforts with the… Show more -Created partnerships with over 100 community based organizations to inform and give presentations to groups seeking educational pathways -Recruited students for Associate through Graduate degree programs at various events throughout the Greater Boston area, including college fairs, information sessions, college-hosted events -Served as advisor to students entering the program with comprehensive, individualized academic planning and support -Coordinated marketing efforts with the Marketing Manager for associate, bachelor, graduate, and professional programs -Co-planned college marketing events, including luncheons, fairs, and open-houses Show less