Empowering Educational Choices
Providing educational guidance to families and programs navigating decisions and seeking programmatic improvements
About ABC Educational Services:
ABC's Mission:
Our specialized and collaborative educational consultation services are designed for
childcare programs, school districts, secondary and post-secondary students, and parents alike.
We offer tailored solutions, informed-guidance, and mentorship to help clients develop and achieve
short and long-term goals for the various developmental stages and educational transitions.
Amy is an education professional with over 20 years of experience in teaching, coaching, counseling, intervention, and special education leadership across PreK-12 levels in Massachusetts. She holds a Master’s degree in School Counseling and a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. A lifelong learner and advocate, Amy pursued additional graduate coursework and professional development focused on student support, inclusivity, and special education, and is trained in mediation and restorative justice.
Starting her career as an elementary teacher, Amy quickly shifted her focus to supporting students' social and emotional needs and advocating for equal access to education. She transitioned to counseling, working as a high school guidance counselor and interventionist, where she fostered student success and established the guidance department at a private special education school, specializing in social and emotional learning disabilities and college searches for students with learning differences.
Amy further expanded her impact at the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) as an Educational Specialist, conducting comprehensive school district evaluations across the state to ensure compliance with special education, civil rights, and English Learner Education regulations, assessing corrective actions, and providing technical assistance to school administrators.
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After her profound experience at DESE and wanting to directly serve students and families in a the public schools again, Amy pursued special education leadership. She served as a Special Education Administrator/Out of District Coordinator in a mid-sized suburban school district, Director of Special Education Programs at a high school in Boston, Special Education Therapeutic Program Manager at a large, urban district, Team Chairperson at a large, urban school district, and Middle School Special Education Coordinator at a large suburban district. Responsibilities included advocating for student needs, administrative collaboration, ensuring regulatory compliance, IEP approvals, supervising staff and specialized programming, leading staff development and mentorship, coordinating professional development, program and staff evaluation, family support, coordinating with state and community agencies, determination of placements, and ensuring equitable inclusion and effective progress.
Amy now focuses on devoting more time to her family and helping other families understand, navigate, build strong, working relationships with educators, and make informed decisions for their children. She also consults with school districts and early childhood programs, working to improve inclusive practices and ensuring that all students and staff are appropriately supported and utilize a whole child approach.
Amy lives in the Metro Boston area with her husband, school-aged daughters, and dogs. She truly values family time and understands the importance of the work/life balance. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her extended family, traveling, relaxing at the beach, reading, baking, music, skiing, playing soccer, and watching her daughters' and nieces' sporting events.
Testimonials & Acknowledgements:
"Amy was an exemplary leader, significantly influencing my teaching career at the Arlington Public Schools. I was fortunate to have her as my direct advisor during my third year as a special education teacher. Amy consistently provided timely responses along with robust and impactful suggestions for any challenging or concerning situations related to my students or other issues. Her expertise in special education practices and methodologies is extensive. In addition to her knowledge, Amy fosters an exceptional supportive environment where educators feel comfortable seeking assistance and guidance whenever necessary. I am certain that she will make a noteworthy impact in any educational setting with her strong expertise."
- Middle School Special Education Teacher, Suburban Massachusetts
"I cannot recommend Amy Benjamin highly enough. She brings together a rare combination of deep knowledge, genuine thoughtfulness, and an approachable style that immediately puts families at ease. What sets her apart is not only her expertise, but the way she advocates for students as if they were her own. She listens carefully, understands the challenges, and provides clear, actionable guidance every step of the way. With her support, you feel both empowered and reassured that your child’s needs are being addressed with the utmost care and professionalism. It is truly difficult to imagine a stronger ally
when navigating the educational landscape."
- Elementary School Parent, New York City
"Amy has the rare ability to effortlessly blend professionalism with affability. She is wholly dedicated to the students and families she supports; through extensive experience in the education field, she adeptly solves problems and understands the best available options. She is a tenacious advocate, especially for students with disabilities. And while she puts utmost effort into her work, Amy remains personable, friendly, and easygoing. She and I certainly faced some high stress situations at school, and her calm, level-headed approach was crucial to finding success for our students and families.
I truly couldn't recommend another education expert more highly than Amy. "
- Former Boston Public Schools Colleague
"It was a pleasure working with Amy. Her experience and extensive knowledge of child development was a very valuable resource for us. Amy’s methods were thorough and well-documented, and she provided insightful professional development topics, including parent and school district support strategies. Her approach was supported by documentation and research. and her excellent organizational skills ensured efficient meetings. Her patient, respectful demeanor fostered a positive environment. Her interaction with the school district was also extremely professional and cooperative. We feel fortunate to have
had her as a colleague in the field of education. "
- Preschool Director, Metro-Boston Area
"Amy was great to work with when it came to helping our son and us find the perfect college to further his education. She was professional, knowledgeable, and took the stress out of a process which can feel overwhelming. I would highly recommend Amy."
- High School Parent, Vermont
"Amy's expertise has been a blessing to our family. We had no prior experience in the IEP/special education world and were so overwhelmed and had so many questions. Amy has been able to guide us in ensuring our child is provided the education needed to ensure success. She has been able to identify what services our child needs and advocate for us along the way. Amy's supportive and knowledgeable approach
has been invaluable to our family. We are very appreciative of Amy!"
-Middle School Parent, Suburban Boston School District