Galileo Growth was founded to provide families with expert guidance as they navigate the often complex and confusing educational system. Recognizing that many students and families need more individualized support and advocacy than schools can always provide, Galileo Growth offers specialized services to help children thrive academically and confidently.
Who we are
Claire, MA, Ed.S. | Founder/Education Specialist
Claire is a credentialed Education Specialist with a decade of experience working alongside students and their families. Additionally, she holds credentials in Special Education, General Education Multi-Subject, Functional Behavior Analysis/Behavior Support Planning, and Autism Authorization.
Claire is especially passionate about teaching literacy when reading, writing, and spelling does not come easily to individuals and is certified in Science of Reading approaches including Orton Gillingham and LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling).
Claire is dedicated to giving all children with learning difficulties the tools and support they need to succeed in school. Some areas of expertise include targeted literacy intervention and remediation, as well as working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, with ADHD, with SLD and specific processing disabilities, and with various behavior challenges. She has served as an advocate and guide for families, helping them to navigate the educational system and ensuring individuals are receiving the best possible care and education.
Avery, M.Ed.
Avery is a credentialed Multiple Subject teacher with a decade of experience supporting students across a wide range of educational settings. She holds a Master of Education degree, a Bachelor’s degree in Education, and a minor in Special Education.
Avery has worked closely with students and families as an elementary teacher, private traveling teacher, at-home preschool teacher, and through intervention in reading and math. She brings extensive experience supporting diverse learners, including students with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavior challenges, visual and hearing impairments, and other unique learning profiles. Avery is also skilled in collaborating with families to help advocate for their child’s individualized needs within the school system.
Known for her creative and highly personalized approach, Avery designs engaging, personalized lessons that connect academic growth with each child’s interests, strengths, and developmental needs. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she developed a research-based preschool curriculum that blended play-based learning, social-emotional development, and academic skill-building—complete with animal puppets to foster connection and joy in learning.
Avery is committed to helping students build both skill mastery and confidence. She believes that when learning feels fun and accessible, children unlock their full potential. Outside of teaching, Avery enjoys staying active and pursuing her passions in nutrition, gardening, fitness, and world history.
Galileo Growth has an extensive network of other educators and specialists to connect her clients with for additional services, support, and assessments. This includes:
Mental Health Services
Speech and Language Services
OT & PT
Content Specific Expertise & Support
Transitional Planning Services