Educational Consulting
Understand what’s going on. Find practical ways forward.
When something isn’t working for your child, I can help you make sense of what may be getting in the way and figure out what to do next.
I bring 16 years of experience as an educator and particular expertise in neurodivergent learners. I’ll help you look beneath what you’re seeing, identify what your child may need, and find concrete strategies, supports, resources, and changes to try.
Many Ways I Can Help
Understand what’s getting in the way — what may be underneath the struggles you’re seeing.
Find strategies and supports that fit your child’s strengths, needs, and learning profile.
Navigate school — prepare for meetings, identify accommodations and supports, communicate with your child’s team, and advocate for meaningful changes. I can also attend school meetings with you locally in Chittenden County, Vermont.
Support your homeschool — troubleshoot what isn’t working, choose curricula and resources, find ways to build on your child’s strengths and interests, and create an approach that works for your child and family.
Explore educational options — including different schools, homeschooling, online learning, alternative programs, schedules, enrichment, and other possibilities.
Find the right resources — schools, programs, curricula, research, and other resources tailored to your child.
How It Works
We start with a conversation about your child and the questions you’re trying to answer. I’ll bring my experience, perspective, ideas, and resources to help you understand the situation more clearly and leave with practical next steps.
Consultations can be one-time or ongoing, depending on what you need.
I offer a free 20-minute introductory call so you can tell me what’s going on, learn how I might be able to help, and see if we’re a good fit.
Free 20-minute introductory meeting
Frequently Asked Questions
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Educational consulting is $120/hour. This can include consultations, school meetings, document review, research, communication with school teams, or other work we agree on together.
I also offer a free 20-minute introductory call to learn a little about what’s going on and see if working together might be a good fit. -
I can meet with families in person at Joyful Horizons in Richmond, Vermont, or virtually anywhere in the U.S.
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Most of my consulting work is with parents, but your child’s perspective is an important part of understanding what they need.
Depending on the situation, your child might join part of a consultation, meet with me to talk, play games, and help me get to know them, or respond to questions that you bring back to me.
This isn’t therapy or ongoing counseling for your child. The goal is to make sure their experiences and ideas are part of the picture as I help you understand what’s going on and what might help.
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Yes. With your permission, I can communicate and collaborate with your child’s school team, attend IEP, 504, or other school meetings, and help educators better understand your child’s strengths and needs.
I can also work entirely with you behind the scenes to help you prepare for meetings, identify questions and priorities, and think through how to advocate for your child.
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No. Your child does not need a diagnosis for you to work with me.
We can start with what you’re noticing, what your child is experiencing, and the questions you have. My focus is on understanding the individual child and what may help them access learning and thrive.
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No. There’s no required package or ongoing commitment.
You can schedule a one-time consultation for a specific question or situation, come back as new questions arise, or work with me more regularly for a period of time.
“Jessie was so warm and easy to connect with—for both me and my child. I came to her feeling unsure how to support my daughter, who was overwhelmed by school. Jessie’s insight and encouragement helped me advocate more confidently, communicate with our school, and take next steps to better understand my child’s sensory needs.”
— Sarah, Monkton