Specialized College Consulting for Students Who Learn and Think Differently
Services Include:
For Families:
Tailored Post-High School Search: Bridging the daunting High School to College search for neurodivergent students
Demystifying Disability Support Services at College: Identifying and advocating for the right supports and accommodations so students can learn and thrive in school and college
Executive Functioning & Self Advocacy: Coaching students in understanding how to be their own case manager in college (supports available for high school IEP meeting prep, Freshman year of college, and beyond)
Free 30 minute consultation: email Erin@AleraEd.com or call 312-608-8926
For School Districts:
Psychoeducational assessment, school psychological services, special education consultation, 504 assessment, FBA/BIPs, LEA role (Director Special Ed-endorsed), temporary Director of Special Education support
I am Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) approved to conduct Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) at school district expense
Why Choose Alera?
Welcome! I’m Erin Sharkey, Founder of Alera Educational Services. I have over 13 years’ experience as a Special Education Administrator and School Psychologist providing post-high school transition planning for over 1000 families at IEP and Section 504 meetings. I help school districts and families identify and advocate for the right supports at school and college to thrive beyond high school.
My background and specialties:
I am specialized in neurodivergent learners (including learners with ADHD, autism, twice-exceptional (2E) profiles, learning differences, and emotional disabilities)
I give actionable recommendations students, schools, and colleges can realistically implement
I carry a deep knowledge of K-12 school, therapeutic and residential placements, and college disability services nationwide
I provide clear, thorough strengths-based school, student, and parent-friendly guidance