Wendy

Hello! My name is Wendy, and I am a Learning Specialist and Executive Functioning Coach. I have worked with children of all ages for over 20 years as a teacher, tutor, and Learning Specialist. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from California State University, Northridge, and went on to earn a Master’s in Education from Pepperdine University. I hold a California Multiple Subject teaching credential and have taught at several independent schools, including Hollywood Schoolhouse, Pilgrim, Curtis, and John Thomas Dye. I have also worked as a resource teacher for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade with a wide variety of learning needs.

As an Educational Specialist and trained Executive Function coach, I work with students one-on-one and regularly read and interpret testing reports, conduct informal assessments, address remedial math, reading and writing needs, and communicate with parents and any therapists, educators, and faculty that may be part of a student's support team.

One of my greatest strengths is my ability to create engaging and stimulating lessons that inspire curiosity and critical thinking. I have a knack for incorporating various teaching methods and resources to cater to individual learning styles and make learning informative and enjoyable. I meet students where they are academically, socially, and emotionally, ensuring that needs are met effectively. I encourage students to strive for excellence while providing the necessary support and encouragement along the way.

I trained in many programs, including Singapore Math and Cognitively Guided Instruction, Lucy Calkins Reader's and Writer's workshops, Handwriting Without Tears and Fountas and Pinnell. I recently attended the Independent Educational Consultants Association Summer Institute for professional development.

In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors swimming, hiking, cooking, and traveling with my husband. I am a native Angeleno and continuously discover hidden gems throughout this sprawling metropolis.