Special Education Advocacy |Elementary School Tutor | Wilson Reading Tutor | Education Consulting
Special Education Advocacy |Elementary School Tutor | Wilson Reading Tutor | Education Consulting
The mission of Exceptional Learners Consulting is to assist families in meeting the unique educational needs of their child. The support your child needs could vary from tutoring, to accommodations, to special education services. Navigating the process to meet your child's needs and help your child obtain a free appropriate public education can be challenging. Exceptional Learners Consulting strives to foster a collaborative, respectful, student-centered partnership involving parents and school district personnel in making appropriate educational decisions.
Maria Poranski holds a BS in Special Education and a MA in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Supervision. She worked as a special education teacher in the public-school system for over thirty years. In this capacity, she garnered extensive experience in working with children with disabilities and their families. Maria worked in both special education and general education classrooms, and is proficient in the K-5 curriculum. Known for being student focused, Maria strongly advocated for the needs of all students and for inclusiveness. In recent years, Maria held a special education compliance position through which she developed substantial knowledge in special education law and regulations. She completed special education advocacy training, further developing her expertise.
Maria holds a current VA Postgraduate Professional License. She is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates and is listed in the Wrightslaw Yellow Pages for Kids. Maria is active in the running community, both as a participant and volunteer.
Exceptional Learners Consulting offers advocacy for families of students with disabilities, or who suspect their child has a disability. We work with you to help obtain the services and supports your child needs.
Exceptional Learners Consulting provides tutoring for elementary school students in all subject areas.
Exceptional Learners Consulting provides reading tutoring using a research-based, multisensory program to address phonological awareness, fluency, and spelling.
Exceptional Learners Consulting also provides consultation and supportive services.