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School & District Educator Consulting Services
Karen Myrie Education Consulting provides professional consulting, training and system support for school districts, administrators, and educators seeking to strengthen special education services, ensure compliance, and improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
With extensive experience in special education, IEP development, and school-based support services, I work directly with schools to build effective systems, train staff, and support families in a way that is legally sound, student-centered, and practical for real classrooms.
My consulting services are designed to support districts in meeting state and federal requirements while also creating positive, collaborative relationships between schools and families.
Special Education Systems Consulting
Support for schools looking to strengthen their special education programs and procedures.
Services include:
• Review and improvement of special education systems
• LRE (Least Restrictive Environment) implementation support
• Compliance review and corrective action guidance
• Progress monitoring systems
• IEP writing procedures and documentation support
• Goal writing training aligned with standards
• Guidance on conducting legally sound IEP meetings
• Parent rights and by-law training for staff
• Support with difficult meetings and case situations
This service is ideal for:
• School districts
• Special education departments
• Principals and administrators
• CSE / IEP teams
• Charter and private schools
Teacher Training & Professional Development
Professional development sessions designed to give teachers practical, real-world strategies they can use immediately.
Training topics include:
• Writing strong, measurable IEP goals
• Understanding special education law and compliance
• Conducting effective IEP meetings
• Classroom management for special education settings
• Inclusion and LRE best practices
• Progress monitoring and data collection
• Behavior strategies for diverse learners
• Supporting students with IEPs in general education classrooms
• Parent communication and collaboration
Trainings can be provided as:
• Half-day workshops
• Full-day professional development
• Multi-session series
• District training days
• Virtual or in-person sessions
IEP Compliance Audits & Writing Support
Detailed review of special education documents and procedures to ensure compliance with New York State and federal regulations.
Services include:
• IEP audits
• Goal writing review
• Progress monitoring review
• Meeting documentation review
• Compliance reports
• Recommendations for improvement
• Staff coaching
This service helps districts reduce risk, improve quality, and strengthen documentation.
Workshops & Group Training
Workshops are available for both educators and families.
Educator Workshops
• IEP writing training
• Behavior & classroom management
• Inclusion & LRE
• Progress monitoring
• Special education compliance
• Parent communication
Parent Workshops (Hosted by School or District)
Karen Myrie is also available to speak to families to help them understand the special education process and build positive school-family relationships.
Topics include:
• Understanding the IEP process
• Parent rights and responsibilities
• How to prepare for an IEP meeting
• How to work collaboratively with your school
• Understanding services and supports
• Supporting your child at home
These workshops help create stronger partnerships between families and schools.
Speaking & Family Engagement Events
Available as a guest speaker for:
• Parent nights
• Family workshops
• Special education information sessions
• District events
• Community events
• PTA / SEPTA meetings
Topics include:
• Understanding IEPs
• Navigating special education
• Parent rights
• Supporting children with disabilities
• Building positive school relationships
Who I work With
• Public school districts
• Charter schools
• Private schools
• Special education departments
• Teachers
• Administrators
• Parent organizations
• Community agencies
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