Why Me?

with Leah, it’s all about family

Plain and simple—family means everything to me. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to support yours. I don’t just see this as work; I see it as a personal commitment to truly knowing and understanding you and your child. Every case I take on is treated with the same care and dedication as if I were advocating for my own family members.

I know how overwhelming the world of special education can be. I’ve witnessed the tears—both of joy and frustration—and I’ve seen firsthand how empowering knowledge can be. When you understand the “ins and outs” of this journey, everything changes. And you know what makes even the most difficult path easier? Family.

At Close the Gap Consulting, we’re more than just a service—we’re a community. So come join our family, and let’s navigate this together.

what sets Me apart?

I’ve worked as an educator, administrator, and consultant, giving me an insider’s perspective on “all things special education”. I’ll help you work with your school to build a positive relationship. Together we’ll navigate the paperwork, decode the jargon and help you approach meetings and your child’s educational journey with confidence and clarity!

When I’m not “nerd-ing out” on Special Education related things, I love spending time with my wonderful husband, our one-eyed rescue dog, Ava, and my wonderful sisters, niece and parents!

Relevant information

  • Education and Certifications

    George Washington University: 6th Year in Educational Leadership West Virginia University: Master’s in Special Education West Virginia University: Bachelors in Multidisciplinary Studies

    CT: 092 (Administration and Supervision), 165 (Professional Educator Pre-K-12, Special Education), 305 (Professional Educator 1-6), NY: School Building Leader (SBL) NJ: School Principal (0200)

  • professional experience

    Special Education Administrator: Managed Special Education programs across schools, provided professional development, supervised service providers, ensured district compliance, and acted as a liaison between parents, the district, and schools. Trained in Co-Teaching.

    Assistant Principal: Managed specialized programming for students with disabilities in a K-22 school, coordinated county-wide referrals, evaluated staff, and connected families with outside services like BCBA support and music therapy.

    Intervention Coordinator: Led the implementation of SRBI for a K-8 school, designing programs and data tools to ensure proper implementation and fidelity.

    Special Education and General Education Teacher: Managed caseloads, conducted evaluations, monitored progress, and collaborated with general education teachers and parents to create meaningful programs for students with disabilities.

  • Professional Affiliations

    Center for One (Evaluations)

    Jen Bulson Consulting (Bridges/Math)

    ConnCASE

    Council for Exceptional Children

    Trainer in Co-Teaching through BER

    Assistive Technology Specialist