A brain injury can be an overwhelming experience for survivors and family members.
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) may create significant changes in a person’s lifestyle and goals for the future, but a brain injury does not have to be a barrier for a student’s educational aspirations. The majority of students who suffer from a TBI return to the classroom, either in traditional school settings or through specialized programs. Students of all ages—from elementary to college—have resources available for continuing their academic journeys.
Traumatic brain injuries come with a lot of uncertainties, as no two injuries are identical. The location of the injury, the medical and rehabilitative care after the initial injury, the age of the individual and more can all affect how a traumatic brain injury heals and what effects linger. For some, including mild traumatic brain injuries—also known as concussions—the effects may be temporary. For others, the impact can be lifelong.
Students with traumatic brain injuries face unique challenges when it comes to instruction. My personalized one-on-one tutoring sessions have a profound effect on students with different learning abilities due to brain injury. These students can succeed given the right tools and attention based on their needs. From boosting confidence to helping develop the skills necessary to be independent learners, I will work to help students grow and succeed in their school environment, taking the curriculum they are being taught and molding it to fit their specific learning goals.
Resources:
Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona
Resource Guide for Parents of Students with Disabilities, Understanding ADA, Section 504, IDEA, IEP
U.S. Department of Education Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) may create significant changes in a person’s lifestyle and goals for the future, but a brain injury does not have to be a barrier for a student’s educational aspirations. The majority of students who suffer from a TBI return to the classroom, either in traditional school settings or through specialized programs. Students of all ages—from elementary to college—have resources available for continuing their academic journeys.
Traumatic brain injuries come with a lot of uncertainties, as no two injuries are identical. The location of the injury, the medical and rehabilitative care after the initial injury, the age of the individual and more can all affect how a traumatic brain injury heals and what effects linger. For some, including mild traumatic brain injuries—also known as concussions—the effects may be temporary. For others, the impact can be lifelong.
Students with traumatic brain injuries face unique challenges when it comes to instruction. My personalized one-on-one tutoring sessions have a profound effect on students with different learning abilities due to brain injury. These students can succeed given the right tools and attention based on their needs. From boosting confidence to helping develop the skills necessary to be independent learners, I will work to help students grow and succeed in their school environment, taking the curriculum they are being taught and molding it to fit their specific learning goals.
Resources:
Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona
Resource Guide for Parents of Students with Disabilities, Understanding ADA, Section 504, IDEA, IEP
U.S. Department of Education Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
