Colin J Montgomery

Colin Montgomery (he/him) joined the Yang-Tan Institute in 2024 as an Extension Associate, providing training and technical assistance through the NY State Education Department (NYSED) Office of Special Education (OSE) Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) for Transition. Colin has over a decade of varied experience as a special education teacher, coordinator, instructional coach, and professional development specialist. He has supported special education and transition systems and promoted greater family engagement in special education in New York City. Colin is committed to fostering student involvement, building self-determination skills, and centering students and families in person-centered, culturally responsive ways to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.