As parents we want our children to succeed and thrive in school. Unfortunately if your child is struggling School can be a frustrating and overwhelming experience you are left floundering in an overwhelming and expensive sea of options that don’t seem to meet the needs of your child . You may be told to get a shadow for your child in order for him/her to function in a mainstream classroom setting.

Hiring a shadow is a major expense and commitment of time on a parents part. This can also lead to a new set of concerns as an improperly taught shadow can do more harm than help. You may think- How do I know if the shadow is doing a good job? I want my child to get the needed support but also want them to be as independent as possible and not feel uncomfortable or self conscious in front of their peers.

I can help set your child up for success in the class by having an appropriate plan that is tailor made for your child’s needs. I meet with you and your child’s shadow and we discuss what works and doesn’t work as well as observing your child in the classroom to help pinpoint and refine a manageable plan with measurable goals. This helps us focus on what is truly important- your child’s success in the classroom and confidence in their own abilities.

Benefits:

You can have the confidence of knowing that your child’s shadow and teacher are getting guidance on how to work together for the sake of your child.

You will have a step by step plan following the schedule of the day for your support staff to follow to make sure your child is getting the proper support.

You will have a clear understanding of academic and social emotional goals customized for your child for the shadow to follow.

You will have accountability with customized handouts for your child’s support staff to fill out and return

You will have the guidance of an experienced special educator helping things run more smoothly for your child.