Our providers have extensive experience in a wide variety of education settings, supporting students and families in relation to Academic, Behavioral, Developmental, and Social/Emotional needs.
We have provided direct and indirect services for students in the following areas of exceptionality: Gifted, Specific Learning Disabilities, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Vision Impaired, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Developmental Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities, and Other Health Impaired.
Members of the collective have individual areas of experience and expertise, but also have experience working as part of core teams and/or in collaboration with teachers, service providers (public schools and private sector), school administrators, school district personnel, and educational advocates.
Our Team
TESTING, COACHING, CONSULTATION
Julie Forrest, Ed.S.
Licensed School Psychologist - FL DOH #SS 1059
Certified School Psychologist - FL DOE #747202
20+ years of experience in public schools and private practice settings, with students ranging in age and placement from Pre-K through College
Previous experience in clinical setting (hospital) and legal setting (court)
Professional training and experience: Crisis Response (Team Coordinator), Behavior Intervention, Coaching/Counseling, Consultation
Evaluation experience: ADHD, Autism, Developmental Delays, Gifted, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Social/Emotional/Behavioral
Evaluations and support for special populations including: Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Vision Impaired
Core member of multidisciplinary teams including: ESE/IEP, Mental Health, Behavior Support, and MTSS (Multi Tiered System of Supports)
University of Central Florida
B.S. - Psychology and Ed.S. - School Psychology
Contact: julie-forrest@thrive-collab.org
Cristen Lafferty
FL Department of Education Certifications: Exceptional Student Education, Elementary Education, ESOL, Reading Endorsement
20+ years of professional experience across education settings, including Elementary, K-8, High School, and ESE Center Schools
Providing support to students and teachers in the following areas of exceptionality: Intellectually Disabled, Gifted, Other Health Impaired, Visually Impaired, Deaf/Hearing Impaired, Developmentally Delayed, Emotional/Behavioral Disability, and Autism
Developing and implementing intervention plans for students: ADHD, Behavioral, Academic, Executive Functioning, and Social/Emotional
Core member of school-based support teams: Mental Health, MTSS (Multi-tiered system of supports), Curriculum, and Leadership
University of Central Florida — B.S. Elementary Education
Contact: cristy-lafferty@thrive-collab.org
INTERVENTION
COACHING, CONSULTATION, PARENT SUPPORT
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTATION
Trevor Markham
State of Florida Dual-Certified Educator, Staffing Specialist
10 years of experience across multiple school districts in Central Florida
Previous teaching experience within school settings classified as Grade A, Grade B, International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, and Title 1
Teaching experience in both direct classroom instruction and supporting ESE students in the general classroom, as well as gathering and analyzing student data to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Teaching experience includes: ESE Learning Strategies, ESE Support Facilitation, U.S. History, Civics and Government
Experience and current work includes overseeing school-wide IDEA compliance and development/review of IEPs for students with disabilities
University of Central Florida - B.S. Secondary Education
Contact: trevor-markham@thrive-collab.org
CLIENT CARE
Joanne Schattauer, M.A.
Certified School Counselor (retired)
30+ years of experience in public schools, working with students PK-12th grade, families, school teams, and district administrators
Primary Roles: School Counselor and Staffing Coordinator
School Counseling role: Counseling - individual and group, Crisis Response, Behavior Intervention, Classroom Guidance Lessons, Project Coordination, Program Development, Staff Training, Consultation, Summer Programs/Intervention, Teach-In Coordinator, Student Recognition/Awards, Partners in Education, Gifted Screenings and Coordination of Gifted Testing
Staffing Coordinator/504 Coordinator roles: ESE meetings, 504 meetings, IEP development, staff training, MTSS data collection, state and federal compliance with IDEA, district representative
Experience providing counseling, support, and coordinating services for students: ADHD, Autism, Developmental Delays, Gifted, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Social/Emotional/Behavioral needs, disorders, disabilities
Experience providing support for special populations including: Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Vision Impaired
Core member of multidisciplinary teams including: ESE/IEP, Mental Health, Behavior Support, and MTSS (Multi Tiered System of Supports), School Leadership
University of South Florida
B.A. - Sociology and M.A. - Guidance and Counseling
Contact: hello@thrive-collab.org