Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent
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 executive function needs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, Wendy brings compassionate expertise, real-life strategies, and empowering guidance to help you support the child you care about.
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 executive function needs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, Wendy brings compassionate expertise, real-life strategies, and empowering guidance to help you support the child you care about.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 144
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
123: Brain-Based Strategies for Students with Language-Based Learning Disabilities
Guest: Dr. Jillian Darefsky, Executive Head of The Siena School
Host: Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P
In this episode, Wendy Taylor speaks with Dr. Jilly Darefsky, a leader in specialized education and a…
Host: Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P
In this episode, Wendy Taylor speaks with Dr. Jilly Darefsky, a leader in specialized education and a…
00:48:41 |
Tue 04 Mar 2025
122: IEP Progress Reports: What Parents Need To Know
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, delves into the essentials of measuring and reporting IEP progress. She offers actionable advice for parents to c…
00:14:23 |
Tue 25 Feb 2025
121: Implementing Trauma-Informed Care in K-12 Education with Rachel Archambault
In this powerful episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor welcomes Rachel Archambault, M.A., CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist and trauma-informed care advocate. Rachel sh…
00:53:59 |
Tue 18 Feb 2025
120: IEPs Aren’t Just for Academics – How to Advocate for Non-Academic Needs
IEPs Aren’t Just for Academics – How to Advocate for Non-Academic Needs
IEPs aren’t just about grades! In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor breaks down how IEPs can – and…
IEPs aren’t just about grades! In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor breaks down how IEPs can – and…
00:09:54 |
Tue 11 Feb 2025
119: In the Cortex: Primitive Reflexes, Children's Behavior, And Brain Reorganization
Join The Special Ed Strategist podcast for an eye-opening conversation with Dani and Paloma, founders of In the Cortex. Experts in neurodevelopment and brain reorganization, Dani and Paloma explain h…
01:02:17 |
Tue 04 Feb 2025
118: Inclusive Practices and IEPs
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., Executive Director of Learning Essentials and a certified educational therapist, explores how inclusive teaching practices can suppo…
00:11:36 |
Tue 28 Jan 2025
117: Helping Your Child with Big Emotions
Join The Special Ed Strategist as Dr. David Palmiter, Clinical Director at the Chesapeake Center, dives into supporting kids with big emotions. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Palmiter shares p…
00:51:37 |
Tue 21 Jan 2025
116: IEP Amendments and Adjustments
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor, a certified educational therapist and IEP coach with over 20 years of experience, delves into the significance of IEP amendments. She …
00:08:12 |
Tue 14 Jan 2025
115: Coaching Teens to Independence with Jane Singleton
Episode Summary:
Join Wendy Taylor as she sits down with Jane Singleton, founder of Launchpad for Life, a certified leadership coach and special education expert. Jane shares her journey from specia…
Join Wendy Taylor as she sits down with Jane Singleton, founder of Launchpad for Life, a certified leadership coach and special education expert. Jane shares her journey from specia…
00:49:56 |
Tue 07 Jan 2025
114: Understanding the IEP Review Process
Navigating the IEP process doesn’t have to feel like entering a boardroom without a rulebook. In this episode, Wendy Taylor shares her expertise as an educator and advocate to guide you through the e…
00:16:38 |
Tue 17 Dec 2024
113: Preparing Autistic Teens for College Success - Building Confidence and Independence
Host Wendy Taylor welcomes Beth Felsen, founder of Spectrum Transition Coaching, to discuss essential strategies for preparing autistic teens for college. Beth shares invaluable insights from her 2…
00:53:26 |
Tue 10 Dec 2024
112: Differences Between ADA and Section 504
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor explores the transition from high school to college for students with disabilities, focusing on changes under ADA and Section 504. Wend…
00:15:26 |
Tue 03 Dec 2024
111: Holistic Career Counseling With Dr. Daniel Greenwood, Ed.D., M.Ed.
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor welcomes Dr. Daniel Greenwood, Ed.D., M.Ed., and Beth Greenwood, B.A., UCLA College Counseling Certificate holders, who are experienced care…
00:44:01 |
Tue 19 Nov 2024
110: Transitioning Between 504 Plans & IEPs
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor—special educator, IEP coach, and educational therapist—breaks down the complex process of transitioning from a 504 plan to an IEP. Wend…
00:13:10 |
Tue 12 Nov 2024
109: Support with Bullying with Chad Rose, Ph.D.
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor sits down with Dr. Chad A. Rose, an Associate Professor at the University of Missouri and the Director of the Mizzou Ed Bully Preventio…
00:52:32 |
Tue 29 Oct 2024
108: Advocacy for Section 504 Plans
In this episode, Wendy Taylor breaks down Section 504 and shares essential advocacy strategies to help parents and educators secure the right accommodations for students with disabilities. From under…
00:15:25 |
Tue 22 Oct 2024
107: Navigating Parenthood and Special Needs Advocacy with Susanna Peace Lovell
Episode Overview
In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor sits down with Susanna Peace Lavelle, an author, speaker, life coach, and advocate dedicated to supporting t…
00:53:36 |
Tue 15 Oct 2024
106: IEP Strategy: Navigating Section 504 Plans – Strategies for Success
In this solo episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor dives deep into Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the critical role it plays in supporting students with disabilities. Whether …
00:09:50 |
Tue 08 Oct 2024
105: Bullying and IEPs with Dr. Christine Waanders, Psychologist
Guest: Dr. Christine Waanders, a psychologist specializing in bullying prevention, IEP advocacy, and mental health support for children, especially those with neurodivergent needs.
Summary:
In thi…
Summary:
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00:44:18 |
Tue 01 Oct 2024
104: IEP Strategy: How to Request a 504 Plan for Your Child
Welcome back to The Special Ed Strategist! In today’s episode, host Wendy Taylor breaks down everything you need to know about requesting a 504 plan for your child. Whether you’re unfamiliar with 504…
00:10:55 |
Tue 24 Sep 2024
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