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With over two decades of experience working with children and their families, Kate has dedicated a great portion of her career to serving the Chicago metropolitan area. A proud graduate of DePaul University in Chicago, Kate's foundation in early childhood education runs deep.
Kate's extensive work as a Special Education Teacher and Developmental Therapist makes her an exceptional resource for families navigating potty training for children with special needs.
Her dedicated to serve families at The Potty School has been met by rave reviews and testimonials from families across the country for both phone/Zoom consultatations and home consultations.
I am grateful to be able to use my decades of experience to work one-on-one with families of both neuro-typical and special needs children to make progress on potty training!
I am a dedicated teacher who is always looking for new ways to help children learn and grow.
Are you an Illinois family seeking personalized, expert guidance for your child's potty training journey? Look no further! The Potty School is proud to introduce Kate, our dedicated Potty Training Consultant based right here in the Chicago area. With deep roots and extensive experience in Illinois early childhood education and special needs support, Kate is uniquely equipped to guide your family from diapers to flush.
Kate brings over two decades of invaluable experience working with young children and their families, with a significant portion of her career dedicated to the Chicago metropolitan area. A proud graduate of DePaul University in Chicago, Kate's foundation in early childhood education runs deep. Her career highlights include:
Kate served as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at Andersen Academy and Lloyd School in Chicago, where she developed and implemented individualized education curricula and IEPs for students with diverse needs.
As a Head Start Teacher at Loop Learning Center, Chicago, and a State Pre-Kindergarten Head Teacher at Chase School, Chicago, Kate fostered nurturing learning environments and coordinated critical family communication and data reporting.
Junior Kindergarten Experience: Her time as a Junior Kindergarten Classroom Teacher at St. Josaphat School, Chicago, further solidified her understanding of early childhood development and classroom integration.
Kate's role as a Developmental Therapist with Early Intervention (from 2014-2017 and again in 2014-Present, indicating consistent dedication) involved promoting skill acquisition across various developmental areas, working collaboratively with families and participating in IFSP reviews. This includes her work as an Assessment Team Leader at Valley View Early Childhood Center in Bolingbrook, leading developmental play-based evaluations.
Kate's rich background directly translates into unparalleled expertise in potty training. Her years of experience in early childhood education mean she understands the unique developmental stages, temperaments, and learning styles of young children. As a former in-home daycare owner (Miss Kate's Child Care), she deeply comprehends the daily rhythms and challenges families face.
For families in Chicago, Naperville, Evanston, Oak Park, Aurora, Joliet, or anywhere in the Chicagoland area (and beyond via virtual consults!), Kate's insights are invaluable.
Kate's extensive work as a Special Education Teacher and Developmental Therapist makes her an exceptional resource for families navigating potty training for children with special needs. She excels at identifying individual strengths and needs, developing tailored strategies for:
Communication Barriers:
Leveraging her deep experience with communication delays in early intervention.
Sensory Sensitivities:
Understanding how sensory input impacts comfort and routine.
Routine & Behavior Challenges:
Implementing consistent, supportive plans to address resistance and transitions.
Her ability to work collaboratively with parents, which was central to her previous roles, ensures that your potty training plan is not only effective but also seamlessly integrates into your family's life.
At The Potty School, we believe every child deserves a smooth transition to potty independence.
With Kate Woodrow, you're not just getting a consultant; you're gaining a highly experienced early childhood professional and a compassionate partner who understands the nuances of child development and family dynamics.
Whether you're struggling with getting started, facing resistance, dealing with accidents, or seeking specialized support for your child, Kate is here to help.
Ready to say goodbye to diapers?
You have a baby and are wanting to learn how to start pottying during the baby stages.
You have a toddler, preschool aged child, or a school-aged child.
You have a child with special needs and need help navigating the specific issues your family encounters.