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Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive

Special Education Strategist
Special Education
IEP
IEP Process
Individualized Education Program
IEP Service Page
Advocacy
Dyslexia
Executive Function
Special Education Advocacy
Learning Disabilities
ADHD
Parental Empowerment
Legal Rights
Individualized Education Programs
IEP Goals
SMART Goals
Independent Educational Evaluation
Individuals With Disabilities Education Act
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Overwhelmed, lost, dismissed in IEP/504 systems — seeking help, clarity, and support? You're not alone! Hosted by Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, a certified educational therapist, IEP coach, and parent advocate with over 20 years of experience helping families navigate special education. Wendy is the founder of Learning Essentials and a trusted voice in decoding IEPs, literacy challenges, and executi... more

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Latest Episodes

From Home to School: Bridging Health, Neurodivergence, and Advocacy with Dr. Karin Varblow

When home, healthcare, and school feel like three separate worlds, how do you build one clear path for your child?

Pediatrician and Neurodivergence Speci... more

Feeling overwhelmed by neuropsychological evaluations, audiology reports, or conflicting advice from doctors and schools?

In this empowering episode, Dr. Jennifer Linton Reesman—board-certified clinical and pediatric neuropsychologist and Director... more

In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor is joined by Dr. Rebecca Fritsch, Psy.D., licensed clinical and school psychologist, to explore how parents can document their child’s strengths and challenges at home—and translate thos... more

Feeling overwhelmed by constant IEP meetings, doctor visits, and behavior struggles? Join Wendy Taylor as she interviews developmental-behavioral pediatrician Dr. Amir Miodovnik—an expert who trained at Boston Children’s and Kennedy Krieger—on how me... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Dan Shapiro
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician
Episode: 141: Listener Favorite: Complex Kids: Navigating Autism, ADHD & Anxiety with Dr. Dan Shapiro
Dr. Donna Henderson
Clinical neuropsychologist specializing in autism and its subtle presentations in girls and women.
Stickroot Group
Episode: 139: Listener Favorite: Girls with Autism: Why We’re Missing the Signs with Dr. Donna Henderson
Jenny Ponzuric
Licensed educational psychologist with over 20 years of experience in psycho-educational assessment and special education
Episode: 136: Dyslexia Advocacy & Assessment: How Parents Can Partner with Schools to Identify and Support Struggling Readers
Breea Rosas
Educational Psychologist and founder of Neurodiversity Affirming School Psychologist Group
Episode: 135: Neurodiversity-Affirming IEPs: Moving Beyond Compliance with Breea Rosas
Jackie Beach
Founder of Rally Family Support, advocate for early childhood development
Rally Family Support
Episode: 132: Early Intervention, Empowered Parents: Real Talk with Jackie Beach, M.Ed.
Anne-Marie Stripling
Specialist in college transitions and supporting students with anxiety and learning challenges
Focus Collegiate
Episode: 131: When College Feels Like Too Much (or Not Enough): Finding the Right Fit
Carol Kranowitz
Author and expert on sensory processing differences
Episode: 129: Out-of-Sync No More: Playful Tools for Sensory Success with Carol Kranowitz (Part 2)
Dr. Jilly Darefsky
Executive head of The Siena School and expert in supporting students with language-based learning disabilities.
The Siena School
Episode: 123: Brain-Based Strategies for Students with Language-Based Learning Disabilities
Rachel Archambault
Speech language pathologist and trauma-informed care advocate
Episode: 121: Implementing Trauma-Informed Care in K-12 Education with Rachel Archambault

Host

Wendy Taylor
Host, Certified Educational Therapist, IEP Coach, and parent advocate with over 20 years of experience helping families navigate special education. She is the founder of Learning Essentials and a trusted voice in decoding IEPs, literacy challenges, and executive function needs.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Amazingly informative

    So much information from one source!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dizzzydeee
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Always so informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3girliesmom
    United States7 months ago
  • Learning disabilities galore!

    Incredibly insightful on all things to do with learning disabilities. As a special educator, this is helped me immensely.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Special educator guru
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing

    Thank you Wendy for helping and guiding me through the IEP process and making my life easier!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Special ed podcast lover
    United States2 years ago
  • Practical guidance to get you through the special ed maze

    Wendy’s clear and easy-to-listen-to episodes provide detailed instructions on how to navigate your way through the special education process. To my fellow parents of kiddos with special needs, this podcast is a treasure. Dive in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    unicornzanddragonz
    United States2 years ago

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This podcast has really helped navigate the intricacies of the special ed landscape in schools. Useful information and takeaways!
Wendy's clear and easy-to-listen-to episodes provide detailed instructions on how to navigate your way through the special education process.
Wendy's guests are so insightful and the discussions revolve around real issues parents face.
Wendy is knowledgeable and has the best guests on!
Incredibly insightful on all things to do with learning disabilities. As a special educator, this has helped me immensely.

Chart Rankings

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#118
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#245
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Talking Points

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141: Listener Favorite: Complex Kids: Navigating Autism, ADHD & Anxiety with Dr. Dan Shapiro
Q: What should educators do to observe and support kids with ADHD, anxiety, and autism?
Educators should focus on understanding the child's complete profile and collaborate with parents to develop customized support strategies in the classroom.
141: Listener Favorite: Complex Kids: Navigating Autism, ADHD & Anxiety with Dr. Dan Shapiro
Q: What are some practical strategies for supporting children with these conditions?
One recommendation is to look at typical daily routines and analyze patterns in a child's behavior to tailor interventions effectively.
141: Listener Favorite: Complex Kids: Navigating Autism, ADHD & Anxiety with Dr. Dan Shapiro
Q: How do families find a doctor that can help with complex coexisting conditions?
Families are encouraged to seek experienced developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or special educators and to consider a care coordinator for navigating the complexities of treatment.
141: Listener Favorite: Complex Kids: Navigating Autism, ADHD & Anxiety with Dr. Dan Shapiro
Q: Can you tell us what is similar and what is different about autism, ADHD, and anxiety?
Dr. Shapiro explains that despite appearing different, these conditions are linked by their co-occurrence and can be understood through the lens of inhibition, with ADHD reflecting under-inhibition and anxiety and autism reflecting over-inhibition.
136: Dyslexia Advocacy & Assessment: How Parents Can Partner with Schools to Identify and Support Struggling Readers
Q: What is the difference between clinical definition and how schools identify dyslexia?
Clinical definitions focus on individual diagnosis whereas school identification considers educational impact and specific learning disabilities as per IDEA guidelines.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Targeted towards families navigating the complexities of special education, this series provides insightful discussions aimed at demystifying the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 plans. Episodes cover a wide array of topics including advocacy for neurodivergent children, effective teaching strategies, dyslexia identification, and practical methods for fostering independence in young learners. With a compassionate approach, the expert host and various guests share their experiences and knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for parents, educators, and professionals engaged in supporting children with special needs. The focus on real-life applications and personal stories adds a unique layer of connection, allowing listener... more

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