Special Education Consulting & Coaching for Schools and Organizations

At Just.Ed, I partner with schools and organizations to provide special education consulting and coaching that strengthens systems, supports educators, and improves student outcomes. With 14+ years of experience inside public and charter schools, I offer practical, individualized support designed to meet the unique needs of each team—while promoting sustainability and long-term success.

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Welcome to Just.Ed

I’m Lindsay Crawford, a special education consultant with over 14 years of experience supporting public and charter schools across New York City and California. I’ve worked as a classroom teacher, special education team leader, and mentor—so I understand the realities schools face every day.

I partner with schools and organizations to strengthen special education systems, improve IEP quality, support educators with complex cases, and build team capacity through practical, collaborative professional development. My work is grounded in real school experience, compliance knowledge, and a deep respect for the work educators do.

I also support a limited number of families on a referral basis, which informs my ability to help schools build stronger, trust-based relationships with the families they serve.

Why Work With Me?

With over 14 years working inside schools, I understand your constraints, pressures, and reality. I'm not an outsider with unrealistic expectations—I'm a partner who gets it. I provide practical, actionable solutions that work within your resources, and my experience working with families gives me unique insight into building stronger school-family partnerships. My goal is to strengthen what you're already doing and help you create systems that make your work easier and more effective.

Services

I partner with schools and organizations to strengthen special education practices and support student success. Through consultation, coaching, and professional development, I help teams navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence. Whether that means improving IEP quality, building MTSS systems, coaching teachers, or strengthening collaboration with families.

  • Professional Development & Training: Workshops on IEP development, compliance, family communication, and inclusive practices

  • Special Education Consultation: Expert guidance on complex cases, compliance concerns, and program improvements

  • IEP Quality Review: Comprehensive audits with actionable feedback to improve compliance and service quality

  • Collaborative Problem-Solving: Facilitation and mediation support to rebuild trust between schools and families

  • Teacher Coaching & Mentoring: Ongoing support for special education teachers to build capacity and confidence

  • MTSS & RTI Systems Support: Development and refinement of tiered intervention frameworks and progress monitoring systems

Let’s Connect

Interested in partnering to strengthen your special education program? Let’s connect.