Hi, I’m Maggie Kelley—a former special education teacher turned advocate, dedicated to helping families navigate the special education system with confidence and clarity.

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I hold a Master’s degree in Special Education and spent 10 years teaching and case managing students with disabilities, ensuring their IEPs were both appropriate and implemented effectively. I began my career in Northern Virginia, where I’m originally from, before moving to Austin in 2015. In 2019, I had the incredible honor of being selected as a Fulbright Distinguished Award in Teaching grantee to New Zealand. That experience deepened my passion for inclusive education and strengthened my commitment to supporting students with diverse learning needs.

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After my daughter was born in 2021, I stepped away from the classroom to focus on my family. Becoming a parent gave me a new perspective on education, and it reaffirmed my belief that every child deserves individualized support—and that no parent should have to fight for it alone.

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Now, I use my experience and training to partner with families, ensuring their children receive the services and supports they’re legally entitled to. I help parents understand their rights, collaborate with schools, and advocate for IEPs that actually meet their child’s needs.

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I know how overwhelming the special education process can feel. I’m here to make it easier.

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When I’m not advocating for families, you can usually find me making polymer clay jewelry, binge-reading thrillers and romance novels, or spending time with my husband and two kids.