Cochran IEP Consulting, Newtonville MA

Vicki Cochran

Cochran IEP Consulting

About Us

I am a veteran special education teacher with over 15 years of experience supporting students with disabilities across a wide range of needs—including learning disabilities, ADHD, neurodiversity, medical and physical challenges, and more.
I specialize in working with transition-age teens and their families to ensure that each student is on a clear, meaningful path toward life after high school. Whether the goal is college, trade school, employment, or supported adult services, I help bridge the gap between school and the future by offering an independent, third-party review of IEPs and educational plans.

My role is to partner with families and provide an objective lens to ensure that school programming aligns with the student’s long-term goals. I guide students and their families in exploring what’s possible and help ensure that those possibilities are fully supported by the IEP and school environment.
I’m passionate about helping families feel confident and informed throughout this journey—and I look forward to working with you to create a future that reflects your student’s strengths, needs, and potential.

How We Got Started

I got started in this work after years of teaching in public schools around Boston, where I saw firsthand how overwhelming and confusing the special education system can be for families—especially as students approached the transition out of high school.

I found myself drawn to helping students and their families navigate, asking not just “What services do you get?” but “Where do you want to go, and how can school help you get there?” Over time, this grew into a passion for supporting students with IEPs as they explore what’s possible after graduation and making sure their educational plans truly pave the way for long-term success.

Networking Events
Wednesday May 27th 4pm-5pm EDT
MetroWest Monthly Networking Event with Cochran IEP Consulting
Join us each month for an opportunity to network with the small businesses in the area, learn about a key skill designed for your business, and soc...
Wednesday Jun 24th 4pm-5pm EDT
MetroWest Monthly Networking Event with Cochran IEP Consulting
Join us each month for an opportunity to network with the small businesses in the area, learn about a key skill designed for your business, and soc...
Wednesday Jul 29th 4pm-5pm EDT
MetroWest Monthly Networking Event with Cochran IEP Consulting
Join us each month for an opportunity to network with the small businesses in the area, learn about a key skill designed for your business, and soc...
Products & Services
The IEP, or Individualized Educational Plan, is the core document for all students diagnosed with a disability while in school.  There is no more i...
Students with disabilities who are planning to go immediately into post-secondary education (college, trade schools, and similar)  often have cours...
Students with disabilities are often not ready or able to attend college immediately after high school. They need guidance, support, and access to ...
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