Rachel Nitzkin, M.A.

Rachel Nitzkin earned a dual Masters of Elementary and Special Education from DePaul University.  During her time in graduate school, she was selected by her professor to work in the DePaul Education and Counseling Center as a tutor.  She completed her Bachelors degree at the University of Michigan, where she majored in both Psychology and Hebrew/Judaic Studies.  Rachel began her career as a 2^nd and 3^rd grade special education teacher in the Chicago Public Schools where she utilizes a combination of inclusion and pull-out strategies.  She has experience drafting, monitoring, and updating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for diverse learners to meet their specific needs.  Rachel is thrilled to be part of the Cognitive Solutions team to both teach and grow with your children.