Rhonda Gurley, MS

Rhonda Gurley, MS

I have 30 years of experience in Special Education and Higher Ed as both a teacher and Administrator.

I specialize in the fields of Birth to 5 and am a Master IEP Coach®. I am passionate about supporting parents and helping them find their voice!

Teacher Education Fellowship Information Session 22/03/2022

Hope you can join me at the next virtual Graduate Info Session for the Teacher Education Tuition Free Fellowship on April 6th from 5:30-6:30. Sign up with the link below.

https://gps.merrimack.edu/register/teacher-ed-info-session-apr2022

Teacher Education Fellowship Information Session  

05/03/2022

Seeking a teacher license? Looking to obtain your Master's in Education? Want to do this tuition free and in 13 mths? Join me in the Teacher Education Fellowship at Merrimack College. , , , ,

‎Special Education Inner Circle: 6 Easy IEP Actions to take ASAP on Apple Podcasts 29/11/2020

Listen to the podcast I participated in with other Master IEP Coaches® a few weeks back. Hope it gives you some ideas!

‎Special Education Inner Circle: 6 Easy IEP Actions to take ASAP on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Special Education Inner Circle, Ep 6 Easy IEP Actions to take ASAP - Oct 25, 2020

21/10/2020

This is why I became a Master IEP Coach®. I can bridge the gap and support both sides of the table. Reach out to me if you think I can help your Special Ed journey.

It’s a straight-out lie that parents and teachers have to be on separate sides of the IEP table.

Teachers chose to be at the IEP table, by going into this career.

Parents need to be at the IEP table, they are their child's voice.

Both want the same thing, for a child to experience a wealth of meaningful learning during their school day.

How we get to that end result can be difficult on some days.

That doesn’t mean you’re on separate sides.

It means you care deeply.

Working together is critical for a child’s IEP to be successful. This requires both TRUST and INTEGRITY.

This is exactly why the Master IEP Coach® Mentorship is for EVERYONE who sits at the IEP table.

Parents, teachers, therapists, admins… if you’re exhausted with IEPs and you know in your gut there’s got to be a better way (there is!), then drop an emoji below and send me a DM for the details on how to become a Master IEP Coach!

www.masterIEPcoach.com

COVID-19 and IEPs: Education for children with special needs - Boston Children's Discoveries 13/10/2020

Check out this great article and resources. Such an important point to keep a record of your child's ability to learn at home. Collecting data will help you to see if goals are being met and providing this information to the IEP team is vital to advocating for services. Another tip is to ask for a tutor to support your child's learning at home.

COVID-19 and IEPs: Education for children with special needs - Boston Children's Discoveries School closures during COVID-19 have been especially hard on kids with individualized education plans (IEPs). What parents can do.

Abilities Expo Virtual Experience 2 10/10/2020

Abilities Expo Virtual Experience 2 The virtual event is free!

Including My Son With Down Syndrome Benefits Everyone in the Classroom 10/10/2020

Including My Son With Down Syndrome Benefits Everyone in the Classroom "A truly inclusive world in the future begins with more inclusive experiences now."

05/10/2020
Including My Son With Down Syndrome Benefits Everyone in the Classroom 02/10/2020

Happy national Down Syndrome month. 💙💛💙

Including My Son With Down Syndrome Benefits Everyone in the Classroom "A truly inclusive world in the future begins with more inclusive experiences now."

02/10/2020

Looking for sensory tools for your sensory seekers? Check out www.Lakikid.com

Dr. Mary Barbera, Autism Mom, BCBA-D, Best Selling Author 29/09/2020

Dr. Mary Barbera, Autism Mom, BCBA-D, Best Selling Author My mission is to Provide Practical Autism ABA Strategies to Both Parents and Professionals Around The World So they Can Help Children with Autism Reach Their Fullest Potential!

25/09/2020

Please share my flyer to any group you think could use my help.

18/09/2020

Check out my FB live with the Master IEP Coaches.

https://www.facebook.com/catherinewhitcher/videos/383294866163569/

11/09/2020

I just went live with Master IEP Coach's. Check it out we are talking about FAPE!!

IDEA-Related Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Terms - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 11/09/2020

Hi Parents, Teachers and Administrators. Below please find a great resource for IDEA (Individuals with Disability Education Act). Knowledge is power!!

https://sites.ed.gov/idea/acronyms/

IDEA-Related Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Terms - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Home » IDEA-Related Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Terms 

10/09/2020

Hi parents. Remember to give yourself Grace. You are doing an amazing job!!

31/08/2020

Hi all just went live with the Master IEP Coach’s. Check out the link below if you missed it and reach out to me if you have any questions or think I can support your special education journey.

https://www.facebook.com/catherinewhitcher/videos/245412849972316/

28/08/2020

Attended a great webinar at Wheelock/BU yesterday. Was given permission to share this resource. Great websites! Enjoy and stay safe.

Rhonda Gurley, MS - Rhonda Gurley, MS 20/08/2020

I am excited to launch my website. Please check it out at www.rhondagurley.com and also check out my Insta and Linkedin pages at rhondagurleyms. I would appreciate it if you could share this post. Thank you and looking forward to connecting!

Rhonda Gurley, MS - Rhonda Gurley, MS Rhonda Gurley, MS Educational Consultant Master IEP Coach® Welcome Parent's and Administrators Supporting your child's Special Needs journey! About Me Special Education Teacher/Master IEP Coach® I received my Masters Degree from Wheelock College. My career spans over 30 years in the fields of Spec...

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14/08/2020

While you are constructing your IEP's this fall remember that all IDEA Law regulations are still in effect!

10 Tips for De-Escalating a Child with Special Needs’ Sensory Meltdowns 28/07/2020

10 Tips for De-Escalating a Child with Special Needs’ Sensory Meltdowns Meltdowns are common among special needs children. Here are 10 tips to help you manage your child's sensory meltdowns.

The Abilities In Me Children’s Book Series 28/07/2020

The Abilities In Me Children’s Book Series This collection of books will show how children can celebrate their abilities within their disability, find acceptance and create awareness to those around them. They will touch the hearts of your homes, schools & hospital settings, and most importantly, your child will have a book to read, based on...

Creating an Inclusive Virtual Classroom 27/07/2020

Creating an Inclusive Virtual Classroom Distance learning can feel impersonal and inaccessible, but there are ways to help students feel a sense of connection and access academic material.

27/07/2020
Timeline photos 19/07/2020

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Managing Anxiety During Reopening

My Great Story Video Project: My Isaiah 16/07/2020

My Great Story Video Project: My Isaiah The National Down Syndrome Society's (NDSS) My Great Story Video Project features 10 short videos based on submitted stories to the NDSS My Great Story publi...

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