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Get to know Cara

A Educational Insider in Your Corner

Navigating the world of education can feel like battling a system designed to overwhelm you. When you work with me, you are not just hiring a passionate advocate—you are hiring a highly qualified, credentialed insider.

I hold the exact certifications and licenses that school districts rely on to make their decisions. Because I know the system from the top down, I ensure the school treats you as an equal partner and delivers the exact services, accommodations, and interventions your child is legally owed. I’ve spend over three decades dedicated to working for school districts, and now I can work for you.

My Pillars of Expertise:

  • Licensed School Psychologist: I don’t just read reports; I understand the clinical science behind them because I’ve written hundreds of comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations. I know exactly how eligibility is determined and where schools cut corners on testing.

  • Licensed School Administrator: I know how school budgets, staffing, and district hierarchies work. I speak "administrator to administrator" to bypass red tape and get things approved.

  • Wilson Language Certified: I am an expert in reading disabilities, dyslexia, and structured literacy. I know exactly what a legally compliant, evidence-based reading intervention looks like.

  • Transition Endorsement Specialist: I specialize in the critical shift from high school to adult life (college, careers, and independence), ensuring older students have a robust plan for the future. I can help identify appropriate community partners that can provide additional wrap around supports.

  • Certified Special Education Teacher and Regular Education (English 5-12) Teacher: I have taught in regular and special education settings. I have provided inclusion support, and C grid special education services. I have taught in public schools, and at the Landmark School in Beverly, Massachusetts.

Questions?

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