“Every child loves to learn…
My philosophy encompasses the belief that kids that come with batteries (LaVoie, 2007) do fine with any teacher, in any environment. Parents know that children who don’t come with batteries are the ones who define and measure our teachers, therapists, and educational systems. Sometimes a school simply cannot reach a child in a timely manner, even with the best intentions, because the “system” itself is not set-up for students who learn differently. Newman Educational Services has the time and the knowledge to target your child’s core neurological processes to yield self-confidence and a stronger mind.” —Nicole Newman, M.Ed., N.E.S.
SERVICES
RESEARCH-BASED INTENSIVE READING/WRITING INSTRUCTION
ORTON GILLINGHAM- Originally created for individuals with dyslexia, it is now realized that the approach is applicable to all learners. The OG approach is systematic and sequential, beginning with single sound/letter and progressing to more advanced concepts including spelling rules and morphology. Nicole also has been trained in and teaches THE LOGIC OF ENGLISH program.The Logic of English teaches the Alphabetic Principle and systematic phonics through engaging and explicit teaching of the: 74 phonograms and 30 spelling rules. Nicole teaches the The Logic of English® Essentials curriculum with her older students. HANDWRITING WITHOUT TEARS and RHYTHM OF HANDWRITING methods and materials are used for intensive handwriting intervention.
Homework help/ Test Prep
Nicole is a certified general and special educator (FL# 1312665) and can assist with almost any essay, project, assignment, and/or FSA test preparation through middle school. Although she is highly qualified in language arts, she is also experienced at teaching elementary math, social studies, and science. Nicole is an approved Gardiner Scholarship provider and welcomes private, public, and home schooled students.
executive functioning therapy
Nicole is a Certified facilitator of Motor Cognition 2 program - The Motor Cognition2® Program (MC²) is a structured neurocognitive program designed to improve executive functioning and academic performance in children and adults with diagnoses including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Executive Function Deficit (EFD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Learning Disorders, Language Disorders and traumatic brain injury.
iep & 504 plan consult
Nicole has written and/or co-written over 500 IEPs and 504 plans. She has also done many professional developments for teachers and parents for writing and understanding legal, compliant IEPs. She will review your child's educational records and give you experienced advisement when communicating with your child's school.
WOODCOCK- JOHNSON IV ACHIEVMENT TESTING
Nicole has been administering the Woodcock-Johnson Achievement test for over 20 years. The WJ IV is the updated and redesigned edition of one of the most widely used batteries of individually administered psycho-educational tests in the country. The focus on relative strengths and weaknesses help professionals identify and describe patterns of performance across all achievement domains that are a foundation for identifying learning problems and targeting interventions. Please email for prices.
Coming soon : The WJ tests of Cognitive abilities and Oral language.
About
Nicole Newman is a 20-year veteran of special education instruction and administration. She holds a Master of Arts in Education from Chapman University in Orange, California. Nicole has over 200 hours training in Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD/ADD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Executive Functioning Deficit (EFD). She has worked with students across all ages and cognitive levels in and out of the classroom.
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July 2019
“Nicole has been working with my son for a couple of months now in Math and Executive Functioning. The most noticable improvement right now is in his confidence level and we are looking forward to witnessing this improvement during the upcoming school year. Nicole is phenomenal and patient with her students. She cares about their success and it shows.”
-Corrie P / View More