Hello,
LET'S TALK ABOUT YOUR CHILD'S IEP
I help families navigate the IEP and special evaluation process so that their child can get the plan and support they need to be successful in school.
Imagine this...
YOU FEEL PREPARED, HEARD, AND CONFIDENT ADVOCATING FOR YOUR CHILD.
No more second-guessing or feeling overwhelmed. You have the knowledge, tools, and support to ensure your child gets the plan they deserve.
SMOOTH
IEP MEETINGS
No more surprises when you walk into your child’s IEP meeting. I’ll teach you how you can help set the agenda and get answers to your concerns.
COMPREHENSIVE
IEPS
Your child's IEP should tell a complete story. Learn how to identify missing pieces and advocate for meaningful supports.
CLEAR NEXT STEPS
Leave with practical strategies, helpful resources, and a roadmap for moving forward with confidence.
WHAT WE CAN DO TOGETHER...
FIND THE ROOT
We’ll look beyond the surface and identify what your child truly needs.
CREATE A PLAN
We’ll work together to understand options, services, and supports.
MONITOR PROGRESS
No more IEP details falling through the cracks.
HI! I'M BARBARA
YOUR MASTER IEP COACH®
For more than 30 years, I have worked in education, helping students and families navigate learning differences and special education services. My journey began as a Montessori teacher, where I developed a passion for supporting struggling learners. Wanting to better serve students with reading challenges, I earned my Master's degree in Special Education, completed Orton-Gillingham training, and became a dyslexia specialist.
Over the years, I have worked in both public and private educational settings as a teacher, special education case manager, dyslexia specialist, and educational advocate. I have written and facilitated IEPs, participated in multidisciplinary evaluations, and collaborated with families and school teams to support student success.
As a parent coach and advocate, my goal is to help families understand the special education process, feel confident in IEP meetings, and make informed decisions for their children. I believe the best outcomes happen when parents and schools work together as partners.
You deserve to...
Leave your next IEP meeting celebrating the services your child will be receiving
Know what to do when your gut instincts are telling you your child needs more
Be a valued IEP team member
Stop the tears of frustration over IEP meetings.
Get rid of IEP goals that don’t make sense for your child’s future
Ditch the doubt you’re carrying over IEP decisions
STOP LOSING SLEEP
OVER IEP MEETINGS!
Your child and your family need you for so many things. From deciding what's for dinner to scheduling therapy appointments, and running errands on a Saturday.
School struggles should not be stealing so much of your energy.
3 SIMPLE STEPS
to get started solving your IEP struggles
1. FREE CONSULT
Let's chat about your IEP concerns. We'll discuss your biggest challenges, answer your questions, and explore possible solutions together.
2. ACTION PLAN
Together, we'll create a personalized action plan with clear next steps so you know exactly how to move forward with confidence.
3. ONGOING SUPPORT
IEPs are an ongoing journey. I'll be here to guide, encourage, and support you every step of the way as your child's needs change.
Learn at your own pace inside the
IEP Coaching Membership
âś“ Downloadable resources
âś“ Submit questions anytime
âś“ Fresh trainings and answers to parent questions every two weeks
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1. Do You Work In My State?
Yes, I can help parents in all 50 states. Majority of IEP struggles are rooted in Federal Law that governs all states. If I need to reference anything specific for your state, I will do so and I have resources in all states to support any state specific questions.
2. Do You Attend IEP Meetings?
Yes, I can attend IEP meetings. However, my goal is to give you all the tools you need to be the voice for your child. My role at the IEP table is to support you and make sure your voice is heard, requests are respected, and proper decisions are made.
3. Do You Give Legal Advice?
I'm not a lawyer and I don't give legal advice. I can absolutely use the foundation of the law to support you, your IEP requests, and help you negotiate for an appropriate IEP for your child.
Let’s Connect
SEND ME A TEXT
480-707-2448
Located in Arizona
Helping Parents Navigate Special Education – Collaboratively
Services Available Nationwide
Virtually or In-Person in Arizona
IMPORTANT: I am not a lawyer and I do not give legal advice. All advocacy and IEP decisions are your own.
