Michelle Szabo, M.S.Ed., A/OGA, W.D.P.

Director of Instruction

Michelle Szabo serves as Director of Instruction at the Stern Center, where she leads a team of more than 20 instructors serving over 300 students each year. With more than 30 years of experience, she oversees instructional quality while continuing to work directly with students through individualized, structured literacy instruction and academic coaching. Michelle partners with students, families, and educators to design targeted learning plans that build literacy skills, strengthen executive functioning, and foster independence and confidence.

Through Collaborative Consultation, Michelle works in partnership with school teams to support students with complex learning needs. She provides targeted guidance on instructional planning, data-informed progress monitoring, and IEP development, helping align specialized instruction with student goals. This work is grounded in collaboration—supporting educators in refining practice and strengthening outcomes while building on existing programs and frameworks.

Michelle holds Orton-Gillingham Associate Level certification, is a certified Wilson Reading System® Level I instructor, and is trained in Lindamood-Bell® LiPS®. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services from Vermont State University and her Master of Science in Education from Simmons College, with a focus on students with specific learning disabilities.

Outside of work, Michelle enjoys traveling, discovering new games to share with family and friends, and spending time outdoors.