Education Specialists
Stacy, Dyslexia Specialist
Stacy is a dedicated Education Specialist with 24 years of experience supporting students with learning challenges. Her career also includes roles as a school administrator and instructional coach. After earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Davis, she obtained her Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from California State University, San Marcos (CSUSM). She spent six years teaching both upper and lower elementary grades before pursuing advanced studies. Stacy earned a Master of Arts in Reading Education and a Reading Specialist Credential from San Diego State University (SDSU).
Throughout her career, Stacy has taught literacy, study skills, and executive functioning at the K-12 level. She is extensively trained in evidence-based reading programs, including Lindamood-Bell’s Seeing Stars and Visualizing and Verbalizing, as well as the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education (IMSE) programs in Phonological Awareness, Orton-Gillingham Comprehensive Plus, and Morphology Plus. Her expertise extends to supporting students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, Autism, dyscalculia, and other learning challenges.
In her free time, Stacy enjoys birdwatching with her son and exploring local areas, as well as renowned birding destinations around the world.
Morgan, Education Specialist
Morgan is a Literacy Specialist dedicated to making education accessible and engaging. She works with students ages 6–21, supporting learners with ADHD, anxiety, autism, dyslexia, dysgraphia, language and processing disorders, and more. Drawing on training in the Lindamood-Bell LiPS program, the Wilson Reading System, and Handwriting Without Tears, she helps students build confidence, strengthen executive functioning, and develop lifelong strategies for success. Morgan earned her degree in Writing from Point Loma Nazarene University, where she also supported the Writing Center’s relaunch and worked individually with college students to improve their communication skills. She furthered her studies in literature and creative writing at the University of Oxford and is now pursuing an advanced degree in Writing. Beyond teaching, she enjoys horses, traveling, and learning new languages.
Jen, Reading & Dyscalculia Specialist
Jennifer has a deep understanding of neurologically-different learners. As a homeschool teacher to 2e students during the pandemic, Jennifer ardently customized curriculum and teaching methods specific to the diverse learners with Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, and Anxiety. A philomath by nature, she geeks out over cognitive differences in thinking and learning, and consequently became a certified teacher of the Arrowsmith Program. Jennifer is trained in the Orton-Gillingham method, holds an IDA-accredited Dyslexia Certificate from the Dyslexia Training Institute, is a certified Dyscalculia Specialist, and has participated in Peg Dawson's Executive Functioning program. She received her BA from UCLA and is working towards an M.Ed. with an emphasis in Cognition in Education. Jennifer is also a member of the InLight Institute, an organization dedicated to enhancing the mental well-being of children. In her spare time, you will find her spending time with her family, teaching fitness, gardening, volunteering at school, cooking, baking, or basking in the sensational North County sunshine. Jennifer is committed to tailoring explicit, systematic, multisensory educational experiences that allow students to not only demonstrate what they know but also become independent, engaged, lifelong learners. (PS - she also speaks Spanish)
Tracy, Education Specialist
Tracy is a dedicated educational leader and learning specialist with more than 15 years of experience supporting neurodivergent and twice-exceptional (2e) learners. She currently works in both school and clinical settings, helping translate neuropsychological evaluations into practical, strength-based strategies that support students’ academic and social-emotional growth.
Tracy serves as an Adjunct Professor and developed advanced creative writing curricula for Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). She specializes in executive functioning and is trained in several research-based interventions, including Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading, and Lindamood-Bell. She is also a strong advocate for Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and works closely with educators and families to promote inclusive practices, self-advocacy, and student resilience.
Tracy holds a Master of Humanities in Creative Writing, a Bachelor’s degree in Educational Studies, and an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Tracy believes that a holistic, student-centered approach helps every neurodivergent learner reach their full potential.
Elizabeth, Education Specialist
Elizabeth is a passionate educator and literacy interventionist dedicated to helping children become confident, successful learners. With over 10 years of experience teaching grades TK–6, she brings both expertise and compassion to every student she supports. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of New Hampshire, a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, and certification as a Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist through the Dyslexia Training Institute. Elizabeth specializes in supporting students with dyslexia, ADHD, auditory processing disorder, and other learning differences through explicit, systematic, and multisensory instruction tailored to each child’s unique needs. She thoughtfully designs engaging lessons that build foundational literacy skills step by step while fostering confidence, resilience, and a positive learning experience. Elizabeth believes that academic growth and self-confidence go hand in hand, and she strives to help every child feel proud of their progress and excited about learning.
Krista, Education Specialist
Krista holds a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from San Diego State University, as well as a master’s degree in Reading Instruction. With over 20 years of experience in San Diego public schools, she has worked extensively with students across a broad range of academic and emotional needs. Krista has served as a Language Arts mentor teacher for grades 2 through 8 and specializes in small-group and 1-1 interventions. She is trained in Orton-Gillingham Plus and uses this evidence-based approach to effectively support students with ADHD, dysgraphia, Nonverbal LD, visual processing disorder, auditory processing disorder, dyslexia, and autism. Her experience across multiple grade levels also informs her strong work with students facing executive functioning challenges. Driven by a lifelong passion for literacy instruction, Krista is committed to fostering meaningful, supportive relationships with both students and families.