Empowering Parents to Advocate for Their Special Needs Children

I'm here to help you navigate the education system with confidence and clarity.

As a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), a former elementary school teacher with 23 years of experience, a parent to a neurodivergent teenager, and a passionate advocate for children and families, I bring a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the table.

Navigating IEPs, IPRCs, report cards, and Ministry of Education policies and procedures can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My mission is to empower parents like you to advocate for your child and ensure they receive the support they need and deserve.

How I Can Help You

  • Understand your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and ensure it aligns with their needs.

  • Prepare for and attend Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) meetings with confidence.

  • Decode report cards and assessments to better understand your child’s progress.

  • Clarify Ministry of Education documents and how they relate to your child’s rights and accommodations.

  • Advocate for services and accommodations with the school system by attending in school team meetings, IPRC meetings and parent interview meetings

  • Write and send letters to school board staff, psychologists, helping professionals

  • Compose emails to school staff that outline laws, policies and human rights

  • Advise you about the pros and cons of the French Immersion stream and how special needs are addressed

Whether you're just starting out or have been navigating the school system for years, I’ll provide personalized support to:

Packages and Pricing

  • Perfect for parents/guardians who need quick, targeted advice.

    • A one-on-one session to answer your questions or review a specific document (e.g., IEP, report card).

    • Actionable steps and strategies tailored to your unique situation.

    • Formulating letters, requests, emails and communication back and forth with school board staff

Price: $130 CAD/hour

One-Hour Consultation

The Essentials Package

  • Ideal for parents/guardians who require moderate support to begin a process or review documentation that has already been created. Maybe you are frustrated with the lack of communication or results from school staff. Maybe you require guidance as to what your next steps are.

    • A comprehensive review of one IEP, IPRC, or other education documents.

    • A detailed summary with suggested edits or advocacy points.

    • Email support for up to 3 months following the review for follow-up questions and concerns.

Price: $375 CAD (3-hour bundle)

The Ultimate Support Package

Price: $1200 CAD (12 hour bundle - 5 months of support)

  • Best for parents/guardians who are beginning the process of receiving the results of a psychological report from the school or from a private practitioner. You will require support to navigate the landscape of special education and understand what your rights are.

    Or maybe you have been doing your best to advocate for your child over the years and you are at a standstill and are unsure of what to do next.

    • Review and edits of IEP’s, IPRC’s and all other documents

    • Prepare and write summaries of suggestions based on Ministry of Education guidelines  education laws and human rights

    • Attend all meetings virtually (in person is an extra cost for travel time)

    • Send and reply to emails and co-construct them with you

    • Meet with you virtually once a week for 30 minutes as necessary or 60 minutes every other week

    • Research trusted professionals in your community for extra support

    • Assistance receiving tax credits information about RDSP’s and the Henson trust

VIP Advocacy Support

Price: $2250 CAD (24 hour bundle, to be used flexibly over the entire school year)

  • The ultimate package for ongoing support throughout the school year.

    • Includes everything listed in The Ultimate Support Package and much more intensive time to plan for the future and set you up for success to be a strong and confident advocate when our time is up

    • I will provide you with compassionate support, coaching and peace of mind

  • 23 Years of Teaching Experience: I’ve worked in the classroom and understand the inner workings of the education system. 

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying): I support families in navigating the feelings and stigma that accompany a diagnosis.

  • Special Education Qualifications: I have specialized training in special education and I have been a special education teacher at 3 different schools in my career, including French Immersion schools

  • Philosophy Degree: I am excellent at forming constructive arguments based in evidential research and ministry of education laws.

  • Personal Connection: As a parent to a neurodivergent teenager, I intimately understand the challenges families face.

  • Compassionate Support: I’m here to empower you and make you feel seen and heard. I know how life changing it can be when you have someone in your corner who understands the challenges of parenting, advocacy and healing.

  • Exemplary Communication Skills: I am an excellent speaker, writer and listener. Every piece of communication with the school is discussed with you first.

Why Work With Me?

Let’s Connect! Book Your Free Discovery Call

I offer a 30-minute discovery call at no charge to get to know you, learn about your child’s unique needs, and discuss how I can support your advocacy journey

Book a FREE Discovery Call

Together, we’ll ensure your child receives the education and support they deserve.

Let’s get started,
Tiffini Jacobs