IEP & 504 Coaching

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Navigating the world of special education can feel overwhelming. Understanding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, advocating for your child's unique needs, and ensuring they receive the appropriate support can be a complex and emotional journey.

At RootEd Psychology, we offer personalized IEP & 504 Coaching to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively advocate for your child's educational rights and ensure they thrive in their learning environment. You don't have to navigate this process alone.

Are You Feeling...

  • Confused about the IEP or 504 Plan process?

  • Unsure how to prepare for IEP meetings?

  • Overwhelmed by the legal jargon and educational terminology?

  • Like your child's needs aren't being fully understood or addressed?

  • Frustrated with communication challenges with the school team?

  • Uncertain about your rights as a parent?

  • Wanting to be a more effective and confident advocate for your child?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, our IEP & 504 Coaching services can provide the guidance and support you need.

What is IEP & 504 Coaching?

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IEP & 504 Coaching is a personalized partnership designed to equip parents with the tools and understanding necessary to actively participate in and influence their child's special education journey. We provide individualized support, education, and strategies to help you:

  • Understand the Basics: Demystify the IEP and 504 Plan processes, legal frameworks (like IDEA and Section 504), and key terminology.

  • Prepare for Meetings: Develop effective strategies for preparing for IEP and 504 meetings, including understanding evaluation results, formulating goals, and documenting your concerns.

  • Advocate Effectively: Learn how to confidently articulate your child's needs, ask informed questions, and participate meaningfully in the development of their educational plan.

  • Understand Your Rights: Gain a clear understanding of your parental rights and the school's responsibilities under special education law.

  • Improve Communication: Develop effective communication strategies for collaborating with teachers, administrators, and other school professionals.

  • Review and Analyze Documents: Learn how to interpret IEP and 504 Plan documents, ensuring they accurately reflect your child's needs and the agreed-upon supports.

  • Develop Effective Goals and Objectives: Understand how to contribute to the development of measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound (SMART) goals and objectives.

  • Navigate Disagreements: Learn strategies for addressing disagreements with the school team and understanding your options for dispute resolution.

  • Monitor Progress and Ensure Implementation: Understand how to track your child's progress and ensure that the IEP or 504 Plan is being implemented effectively.

  • Build Confidence: Gain the confidence and knowledge to be a strong and informed advocate for your child throughout their educational journey.

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Our Coaching Process

Contact our team so that we can discuss your child’s needs and gather information about your child’s current IEP status.

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Build a customized plan with the professionals at RootEd which could include parent training, IEP document reviews, support in understanding evaluation results, direct advocacy services, IEP meeting attendance, and more.

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Feel prepared and empowered. Walk into school meetings knowing that you have the knowledge and support to advocate for your child effectively.

FAQ

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  • Coaching is based on packages ranging from $500-$2000. See the pricing section above for more information.

  • IEP meeting attendance is part of the full service package along with other supports like trainings, document analysis, and collaborative creation of parent input statements.

  • Your child does not have to be evaluated through RootEd Psychology. However, the IEP process typically involves an evaluation, whether that’s done by the school or a healthcare provider.

    Many parents come to RootEd when they suspect that their child may need an IEP, before any testing has been done.