Deborah Maiorano is a school social worker and educational leader with over 15 years of experience supporting students and families across school and community settings. Her work is rooted in the belief that families deserve guidance that feels steady, thoughtful, and human—especially when navigating educational systems, emotional challenges, or periods of uncertainty.
Through Maiorano Mentorship, Deborah brings together her clinical training, leadership experience, and deep understanding of school environments to help families find clarity and direction. She holds a Master of Social Work, a Supervisor Certificate, and is currently pursuing Principal Certification, allowing her to support families with both professional insight and systems-level perspective.
Deborah’s background spans multiple school districts and healthcare settings, where she has worked closely with students, families, educators, and community partners. Her approach centers on listening first, building trust, and creating support plans that honor each family’s unique circumstances.
At the heart of Maiorano Mentorship is Deborah’s commitment to bridging gaps between home, school, and community—so families feel informed, supported, and never alone in the process
Guidance to help families prepare for IEP meetings, understand services, and advocate with clarity and confidence.
Support navigating eligibility,
accommodations, and implementation so students receive the access they need to succeed.
Step-by-step guidance
through evaluations, services,
and school processes —
without confusion or
overwhelm.
Calm, practical strategies to
help families respond effectively during challenging or urgent school situations.
Real-world tools to strengthen
communication, problem- solving, and emotional regulation for everyday situations.
Real-world tools to strengthen communication, problem- solving, and emotional regulation for everyday situations.
Helping families communicate confidently, feel heard, and stay meaningfully involved in their child’s education.
Supportive strategies that address social-emotional needs and behavior with consistency, understanding, and care.
Guidance to build collaborative, productive relationships between families and educational teams.
