by Wanda Malone | Oct 10, 2019
I help ___________ (fill in your ideal customer), who struggle with ___________ (fill in their immediate pain/problem) to achieve _____________ (fill in the result they will get) by ____________ (fill in how you will help them achieve it).
My Philosophy
This is where I describe my guiding philosophy and approach to what I do. To edit this I need to go to Dashboard->Projects->All Projects->Hover over What I Do and choose “Edit.” Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called “My Philosophy” and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window.
My Methods
This is where I describe the methods I use and type of services I offer. To edit this I need to go to Dashboard->Projects->All Projects->Hover over What I Do and choose “Edit.” Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called “My Methods” and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window.
My Goals
This is where I describe the goals I want to achieve with my work for my customers. To edit this I need to go to Dashboard->Projects->All Projects->Hover over What I Do and choose “Edit.” Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called “My Goals” and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window.
This is where I write a short paragraph explaining Service #1. To edit this blurb I need to go to Dashboard->Pages->All Pages->Hover over Home and choose "Edit." Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called "Blurb Service#1" and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window. This is also where I can change the Icon above the blurb, by choosing another icon from the icon library.
This is where I write a short paragraph explaining Service #2. To edit this blurb I need to go to Dashboard->Pages->All Pages->Hover over Home and choose "Edit." Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called "Blurb Service#2" and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window. This is also where I can change the Icon above the blurb, by choosing another icon from the icon library.
This is where I write a short paragraph explaining Service #3. To edit this blurb I need to go to Dashboard->Pages->All Pages->Hover over Home and choose "Edit." Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called "Blurb Service#3" and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window. This is also where I can change the Icon above the blurb, by choosing another icon from the icon library.
by Wanda Malone | Oct 3, 2019
I received my bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I was born in Boston, MA and raised in Puerto Rico. All of my services are also offered in Spanish.
I am married to my college sweetheart. We have 2 young men: our youngest is 19 years old and our oldest is 20 years old. Our 20-year-old son has been diagnosed with Autism, ADHD and PANDAS.
I have over 13 years of personal experience, working through the IEP advocacy journey for my son, the community and many families over the years.
Being a special needs parent allows me to connect to my clients, to the community at another level and to be their educational consultant. Through our personal journey, I have learned the do’s and don’ts and the importance of the IEP process.
My role as an IEP Coach/Advocate is to guide you through the process and ensure that you have all of your options to make an informed decision. You are an equal member of the team!
I am an active special needs parent in my community. Each year, I attend a variety of webinars and conferences to continue to learn and educate myself on the new processes, in order to better guide my clients through their educational journey.
Affiliations and Training:
I served as the district 204 school wide Special Needs PTA President.
I implemented the first Gluten/Dairy Free Lunch Menu at District 204. In 2009, I proposed this idea to the district and this was implemented. This GF/DF lunch menu still continues.
I worked on numerous large Autism Conferences in our area.
COPAA SEAT 2 Graduate 2022 (Special Education Advocate Training-which includes a practicum to be completed)
Member of COPAA National Organization for Special Education Attorneys and Advocate since 2017
Wright’s Law Training
Executive Functioning & Social Thinking Training
Over 5200 hours in IEP Training, Advocacy, Goal writing, Resolution and Conflict Management, Strength Based IEP
Advanced Advocacy Training through the National Organization of Special Ed Attorneys and Advocates 2021
Board Member of the Aurora Advisory Commission on Disabilities. Appointed in December 2020-12/31/2022 by the City of Aurora Mayor and council.
State of IL Approved Trainer for IEP’s and special education. Approved to train professionals related to the IEP and special education.
2022 Certified Illinois Financial Wellness Trainer (Certified by the National Disability Institute).
When I’m not working with clients, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I love to travel.
My passion, is helping special needs families by providing them with resources, events and networking opportunities. I love baseball!
In 2017, Wanda was recognized by Glancer Magazine as a Women of Strenght!. Check out the write up
here.
# of countries I lived in
# of languages, I speak fluently
If I fail, I will learn from it! NEVER GIVE UP!
Aurora, IL
Phone: 630-803-8471
Business Hours: 8am-5:00p M-F
admin@wandamaloneeducationalservices.com
by Wanda Malone | Oct 3, 2019
To edit this text I need to go to Dashboard->Projects->All Projects->Hover over Resources & Tools and choose “Edit.” Then I need to scroll down and find the grey box called “Text” and click on the 3 lines at the top to open the Edit window.
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