The Power of Difference: Challenging Education for Neurodiverse Individuals with Hayley Spira-Bauer

In this episode of the Dean's Roundtable podcast, Bridget Johnson sits down with Hayley Spira-Bauer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Academic Officer at Full Mind, to discuss neurodiversity and learning differences in education. They delve into the challenges and strategies for better supporting and empowering students with diverse learning needs. Hayley shares her journey in education, from Teach for America to her current role, and her own experiences with being diagnosed with ADHD. The conversation highlights the importance of relationships, understanding individual student needs, and adopting an asset-based approach to neurodiversity. This insightful discussion is a must-watch for educators, administrators, and anyone invested in making a meaningful impact on student communities. Join the Deans' Roundtable Community: https://bit.ly/drt-community-profile Check out Deans' Roundtable "Office Hours": https://bit.ly/drt-eventbrite Connect with Hayley: [email protected] Visit Hayley's Website: https://www.hayleyspirabauer.com/ Listen to Hayley's Podcast, "Learning Can't Wait": https://podcast.learningcantwait.com/ About Hayley Spira-Bauer:  Hayley Spira-Bauer is a passionate educator and fearless advocate for innovation in education. With over a decade of hands-on experience, Hayley began her career through Teach for America, teaching students from kindergarten to 8th grade. She particularly thrived during her four years teaching 5th grade, where she inspired hundreds of kids to fall in love with reading. Her journey in education led her to found a New York City elementary school and support teachers as a school leader at both elementary and middle school levels. As the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Academic Officer at Fullmind, Hayley drives the evolution of education, helping schools across the US expand their reach. She recruits and trains top-notch teachers to serve diverse learners, ensuring educational excellence is accessible for all students. At Fullmind, she founded the Academics team, overseeing all education programs on the virtual learning platform. She developed extensive, research-based frameworks for student success and teacher growth, earning favorable reviews from Johns Hopkins Instructional Design Review Process and Cognia during the acquisition of accreditation as a Digital Learning Institute. Her leadership has positioned Fullmind at the forefront of EdTech innovation. When she's not hosting her engaging podcast "Learning Can't Wait" or collaborating with the Fullmind team, Hayley cherishes family time on Long Island, New York, with her husband and their two young, energetic boys. Credits: Hosted by Bridget Johnson Featuring Hayley Spira-Bauer Produced and Edited by Andrick Siegmund Music by premiumbeat.com