Katie McLain, M.Ed., is the Director of Admissions at the dePaul School for Dyslexia, where she works closely with families navigating complex learning profiles, including dyslexia and co-occurring challenges such as ADHD. With a background as a reading specialist and instructional coach, she brings a practical, student-centered understanding of how language-based learning differences impact academic performance, confidence, and long-term outcomes.

In her role, Katie supports families in interpreting psychoeducational evaluations, identifying learning needs, and making informed decisions about school placement and support. Her work sits at the intersection of literacy, attention, and executive functioning, offering a real-world perspective on how these challenges present and are often misunderstood across educational settings.

She is actively engaged in current developments in the field, including the updated 2025 definition of dyslexia and emerging trends in universal screening and identification. Katie has presented to professional audiences, including at the Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Convention, on modern approaches to dyslexia and effective student support.

Her work focuses on translating evolving research into clear, practical strategies that support students in real-world environments.