Michelle Glennon, M.Ed., Certified Executive Function Coach

I’m Michelle, the founder of EF Compass Coaching, and I’m passionate about helping students and families create lasting success.

I began my career as an elementary classroom teacher, teaching first, second, and third grade, where I quickly discovered a deep passion for supporting students who struggled with reading and dyslexia. That experience led me to earn certification in the Orton-Gillingham Approach in 2007 through an IMSLEC-accredited program. Working closely with struggling readers gave me a strong foundation in understanding how students learn and how challenging school can feel when traditional methods do not work.

As my work continued, my focus expanded to supporting neurodivergent learners, including students with ADHD, autism, and learning differences who struggled with focus, organization, time management, and self-regulation. This growing interest in how students manage learning, not just what they learn, ultimately led me to specialize in executive function coaching.

With over 23 years of experience in education, I have had the privilege of working with middle school, high school, and college students, as well as their families. I understand firsthand how overwhelming executive function challenges can be, and my goal is to provide personalized coaching strategies that empower students to thrive both academically and personally.

What drives me most as a coach is empowering students to build confidence and independence. Whether we are improving time management, strengthening organizational skills, or developing self-regulation strategies, I work closely with each student and their family to create a customized plan tailored to the student’s unique strengths and needs. My coaching approach is rooted in empathy, structure, and personalization, and I partner with families every step of the way to support meaningful, sustainable change.

I hold a Master’s degree in Education and am a licensed educator with specialized certifications in Executive Function Coaching. I earned my Professional Certificate in Learning Differences and Neurodiversity, with a focus on Executive Function, from Landmark College in Vermont, and completed additional certification through the Executive Function Coaching Academy. I also have specialized training in the Orton-Gillingham and Wilson Reading Methods, allowing me to better support students with dyslexia and other learning differences.

After coaching with another organization, I decided to open EF Compass Coaching so I could reach and support as many students and families as possible. My mission is not only to help students succeed in school, but to equip them with lifelong skills that foster resilience, independence, and self-confidence.

When I am not coaching, you can usually find me spending time with my family, staying active through exercise and pickleball, or indulging my love of baking. I believe in living a balanced life, and staying connected to my personal interests helps me relate to my clients and build meaningful connections.