Crystal Sanford was very helpful in assisting us with the IEP process with our son's school. Our…read moreson is 5 years old with autism and wasn't getting the attention he so desperately needed. His old IEP wasn't being followed, so we needed assistance to be aware of our rights and make sure the new IEP included everything he is entitled to. She reviewed the new IEP and proposed various changes and corrections to it, which the school accepted.

My husband and I decided to use Sanford Autism Consulting to help us with our son (5 years old)…read moreIEP. She offered us free initial interview where we sat down and voiced our concerns first. After our intial meeting we decided to use her service. We gave Crystal a copy of our son current IEP, she reviewed it and developed a proposal action plan/suggestions geared toward getting the best help for our son at his school. Crystal was very professional, well experienced and genuinely helpful. I will personally recommend Crystal to every parents of a child with IEP. Please consult with an advocate first before signing an IEP. She undertstand and helped us with our concerns that we don't know how to ask with school district, she gave us pointers and typed it all out for us to bring on the meeting. We are very thankful for her and definitely recommending her to other parents.

My son was attending Mission Valley Academy ( middle school) and the teachers were awesome very…read more professionals and caring but as soon as my son started to attend Cook Center (high school) it was a nightmare his teacher was not patient at all and the principal didn't support the needs of my son, they didn't do anything to help him in his transition from middle school to HS. They never tried to have a meeting with us to try to find a solution for his needs, the principal just said that he cannot assist to Cook Center anymore.

I was also a former student, and I'm telling you: please do not send your child here!…read more The students at this school are not treated as individuals with their own gifts and their own ability to contribute meaningfully to our world. They are instead stripped of their identity, belittled and forced to comply with the demands of the staff by sheer aggression and violence. And every other aspect of the student's lives is negatively affected by the school's agenda as well, oftentimes by unfair and restrictive legal documentation that follows them for the rest of their lives and is very difficult to annul. Their practices also often result in students not graduating on time, (if at all,) which can cause irrevocable damage to their professional standing. I was lucky to leave and I never looked back, but some of the damage they inflicted stays with me, and I may not rectify it for a long time yet.

Vince explains things in a way that actually makes sense and gives honest, straightforward advice…read moreinstead of just telling people what they want to hear! He's professional, works well with districts, and knows how to communicate effectively to get things done without creating unnecessary conflict. You can tell he has real experience and understands how these processes actually work behind the scenes. Overall he is a knowledgeable person to have in your corner if you're trying to better understand the system and navigate it the right way.

Vince is an incredibly knowledgeable and caring person. He took the time to answer all of the…read morequestions I had about my son, and even though I had a lot, he never once made me feel like I was asking too much. He helped me understand things I otherwise would have never known. He is an absolute delight to be around, and you can truly tell he is genuine and passionate about helping others. I would highly recommend him to any friend or family member in need.

If you have any hesitancy about hiring a tutor when your child is struggling with reading--don't…read more I was the parent of a student who was pushed through elementary school despite clear signs of a learning disability. Later, my daughter was diagnosed with severe dyslexia in 5th grade. She was also a COVID student, which caused her to fall even further through the cracks. Needless to say, I didn't sleep for days, constantly worrying about her future and her low reading level. Then I came across a tutor named Jeanie Ross, "The Singing Teacher." Not only is she a former teacher, but she is also a specialist in working with students with dyslexia. I gave her a call, and she immediately reassured me that my daughter would be able to read at grade level--it would just take time and patience. Jeanie was not only incredible at what she does--she was a true blessing to both my daughter and me. She transformed my daughter into a confident reader. Today, my daughter is in 9th grade, earning straight A's, and most importantly, she believes in herself. I'm not saying it was easy, or that my daughter doesn't still have to work hard--but now she understands how her brain works and how to be successful in her learning. When Jeanie told us she believed my daughter was ready to move forward without tutoring, I was anxious and nervous. But she reassured me--and she was right. I cannot express the dedication Jeanie showed my daughter. She wanted her to succeed just as much as I did. She is truly a blessing and an incredible teacher. You will not be disappointed if your child is tutored by Ms. Jeanie Ross, "The Singing Teacher."

Before we met Jeannie our son was struggling and discouraged with his reading. He felt like there…read morewas something wrong with him which broke my heart. We found Jeannie and instantly knew she was the perfect fit for our son. Through all of her techniques she kept our son engaged through his lessons. He never once complained about his tutoring sessions and even wanted to continue through the summer! Jeannie went above and beyond teaching our son and giving him resources to help him read that will last a lifetime. We are so thankful we met her and 100% believe Jeannie is an amazing tutor. Make the investment in your child's life and I promise you won't regret it!

My son has been working with Tanja for a little less than a year. He has a host of learning…read morechallenges including but not limited to dyslexia and working memory. He also has ADHD combined type. When he first started working with her, he was about two grades below grade level in ELA work. Now, having recently taken the state standardized testing at school to benchmark the start of the year point, he is at grade level. His confidence has definitely increased! He is happy to work with her too so that is an added bonus!!!

From the owner: Does your child struggle in school and you've tried everything to help them? There is hope!…read more As an Education Specialist, Tanja Sutton provides expert tutoring for K-12 students and adults who may or may not have a special needs diagnoses. Her students are typically 5 to 18 year olds who struggle in school due to unique learning profiles (or special needs) that may or may not include: specific learning disability (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, auditory processing disorder, visual processing disorder, nonverbal disability), autism, attention deficit disorder (ADD and ADHD), and speech and language impairments (expressive and receptive language delays, apraxia, dyspraxia). She blends various multi-sensory, research-based programs to fit her students' learning profiles so they can gain confidence in their ability to learn making them more motivated, independent learners. During tutoring sessions, students build skills that underpin success in school and in life including: reading, writing, math, communication, organization, critical thinking, social thinking, effective use of tools, and self-advocacy.

T.A.S.K. Team of Advocates for Special Kids. It's an npo whose mission is to help individuals with…read moredisabilities and their families to reach their maximum potential. They do this in a number of ways. They offer advocacy services, resources, referrals, training for parents and professionals, support, community awareness programs, even technology centers with summer camps. Task originally started out with a focus on children ages 3-21, but they expanded to offer services from birth to 26 and essentially there really is no formal cut off age I'm told. They offer workshops in both English and Spanish. If you signup for their newsletter, they keep you informed of upcoming workshops. The schedule is also listed online on their website. Workshops are free for parents and $25 for professionals, which is a small amount of money considering the fantastic information you get in return. They are funded by grants, donations, and memberships. One of the best things they do at Task is offer parents support when they need it. Often this comes when a child may be first diagnosed with a disability or first enters the school system. It's a trying time for many parents and Task is a wonderful resource. Task advocates have firsthand experience with this and are exactly who I'd want on the other end of the phone if I was calling. I've been to three of their workshops over the years and they were all excellent. I'm looking for an excuse to attend one in Anaheim next :-)