We believe families and schools must work together to meet the needs of all students.
Transforming special education.
Joanna Salzman is the CEO of JMS Education Consulting. Joanna has a wealth of knowledge and expertise with 30 years of experience in the field of special education.
Joanna received her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from James Madison University, her Master’s Degree in Special Education from American University, Education Specialist Degree from George Washington University and an Administration Certificate from Towson University. She completed her special education teacher training at the Lab School of Washington in Washington, D.C.
Joanna’s experience includes observing students from 3 to 21 years of age with differing abilities and disabilities. She has extensive knowledge and expertise in problem solving and identifying supports that students need to be successful. These skills were perfected due to her time teaching in Prince George’s County Public Schools, as well as in the Montgomery County Public School System as a special education teacher, special education instructional specialist, and special education supervisor.
Most recently, Joanna was a guest speaker at George Mason University for an Advanced Practicum class in Clinical Psychology with Third-year doctoral students. The objectives of the course are related primarily to the application of psychological skills, supervision and interpersonal skills, professionalism and ethical standards, and demonstration of understanding how to function on a team with other professionals.
Advocacy and more!
Joanna is a strong advocate for families in the initial identification of students who need an IEP and 504 plan. She is well-versed in the law, IDEA, and ensures that schools follow the proper procedures and rules.
Joanna partners with the following organizations:
WISER-DC (Washington Independent Services for Educational Resources, DC)
COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, INC.)
CNG (Capital Networking Group)
IECA (Independent Educational Consultants Association)
CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD)
xMinds (Improving Education for Autistic Students in Montgomery County, MD)
Joanna is truly passionate about what she does, and her approach is to partner with both families and schools to ensure the students succeed. Joanna’s motto is ensuring students receive the education they deserve. Connect with Joanna today to start the path to your student’s success!