Special Education Expert Witnesses in Delaware

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Special Education expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including education law, school administration, psychology, and disability services. Some of the most common specialties include IEP compliance, FAPE, behavior intervention plans, inclusion, and accommodations. They can opine on the effects of educational neglect, improper placement, denied services, and procedural violations on student outcomes.

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  1. School Practices & Policies, Special Education & Leadership Organizational Policies Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $300/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $350/hr
    Court Fee
    $400/hr

    This highly qualified expert has 40 years of experience in education with expertise in educational leadership, school policy, and administration. He received his MS in educational administration from Kean University and his PhD in educational leadership and organizational policy from the University of Pennsylvania. He has been certified by the New Jersey Department of Education as a teacher for special needs, superintendent, and principal. He is a member of several educational organizations, including the American School Counselor Association, the Association for Career and Technical Education, and the National Association of Secondary School Principals. He has previously served as the head of Village Charter School, director of special services for Bound Brook School District, and superintendent for the Bayshore Jointure Commission District. He currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at a university in New Jersey and a professor of education for a university in Pennsylvania.

    Adjunct Faculty, A University in NJ

    Doctor of Education (EdD), University of Pennsylvania

    Hillsborough,

    New Jersey

  2. Communication Disorders Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $200/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $375/hr
    Court Fee
    $400/hr

    This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in the field of communication disorders, with much of her work centered around child language disorders, cognitive-communication disorders and their impact on criminal thinking and behavior, and special education advocacy. She received her BS in computer science and information systems from Shaw University before earning her MEd in communication disorders from North Carolina Central University and her PhD in communication sciences and disorders from Howard University. This expert is active in her field as a member of the American Speech and Hearing Association, the National Black Association of Speech-Language, and the National Partnership for Juvenile Services. She is also highly involved in research, having authored several peer-reviewed articles and lectured as an invited speaker at multiple conferences throughout her career. She has formerly served as a speech-language pathologist for multiple nursing facilities in the DC area and as an assistant professor at Richard Stockton University. Currently, this expert serves as a speech-language pathologist for her private practice and an assistant professor for a major university in DC.

    Assistant Professor, A major university in DC

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Howard University

    Silver Spring,

    Maryland

  3. Education, Educational Leadership & Special Education Expert Witness

    This highly qualified expert has nearly two decades of experience in public school administration. She received her BA in education from Kean College before going on to complete her MA in curriculum and instruction and educational administration from Caldwell College. Finally, she received her PhD in educational leadership from NOVA Southeastern University. She is an active contributor to her field with a handful of presentations and publications. She is also a member of several organizations, including, AASA’s Personalized Learning Cohort, AASA’s Discover China Educational Exchange Program, and Learning Forward New Jersey. She is a certified school administrator, principal, supervisor, elementary school teacher, and teacher of social studies. She began her career as a teacher and administrator for Paterson Board of Education. She then went on to serve as an administrator for multiple school districts, including Plainfield Board of Education, South/Bound Brook Board of Education and Newark Public Schools. Currently, she serves as the director of educational programs and services for a child development center and the owner and CEO of a private consulting firm that provides speaking, coaching, and training services in New Jersey.

    Director of Educational Programs and Services, A child development center in NJ

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), NOVA Southeastern University

    New Jersey

What Can a Special Education Expert Witness Opine On?

Individualized Education Program (IEP) Development

Creating tailored educational plans for students.

Assessment and Evaluation

Determining student needs and abilities.

Behavior Intervention Planning

Strategies to manage challenging behaviors.

Collaboration with Support Services

Working with specialists for comprehensive care.

Progress Monitoring

Tracking student advancements towards goals.

Transition Planning

Preparing students for post-school life.

FAQs for Special Education Expert Witnesses

What is a special education expert witness?

A special education expert witness is a qualified professional who evaluates whether services meet legal and educational standards. They assist by reviewing records, writing reports, testifying in court, and clarifying complex IDEA and IEP issues.

In what types of cases might the testimony of a Special Education expert witness be beneficial?

A Special Education expert witness is beneficial in IEP disputes, FAPE violations, due process hearings, ADA/504 claims, school negligence, discipline, and disability discrimination cases.

How can a special education expert witness assess compliance with IDEA requirements?

A special education expert witness assesses IDEA compliance by reviewing records, IEPs, evaluations, services, and progress data against federal and state legal standards.

What qualifications should a special education expert witness possess for federal litigation?

A special education expert witness for federal litigation should have advanced SPED credentials, extensive IDEA experience, and a proven record in assessments, IEPs, and testimony.

How does a special education expert witness evaluate the adequacy of an IEP?

A special education expert witness evaluates IEP adequacy by reviewing assessments, goals, services, progress data, and legal compliance to determine if it provides FAPE.

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