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Tara Pagliaro

Tara Pagliaro is an accomplished speech-language pathologist whose career began in the classroom as an elementary school teacher. Inspired by the urgent and unmet needs of her students, she transitioned into the field of speech-language pathology and earned her Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she developed a deep understanding of language disorders and their impact on learning. Tara’s dedication to professional growth led her to pursue an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Special Education with a specialization in Language and Literacy from Simmons College. This advanced training became the foundation for founding Links to Learning, LLC, where she serves as a licensed reading specialist, CERI Certified Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Interventionist, evaluator, and consultant. She works across all grade levels, from early childhood through high school, and is recognized for her skill in identifying and supporting complex language and learning profiles.

Tara was an adjunct professor at Bay Path University and Southern Connecticut State University, where she taught graduate courses in language disorder and assessment in the reading and literacy programs. Her clinical work has focused on supporting students with dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, executive functioning challenges, and various complex profiles requiring interprofessional intervention.

Over the past two decades, she has worked across public and private school systems, as well as early intervention programs, providing services and consultation to students with developmental language disorders and diverse learning needs. She has developed and delivered professional development and mentorship for school-based teams and interventionists in public, private, and therapeutic day school settings. Tara is currently pursuing her Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, where she continues to deepen her expertise and contribute to the advancement of evidence-based practices. 

Driven by a passion for educational equity and systemic change, Tara is a fierce advocate for students’ right to read, communicate, and thrive. Her mission is grounded in the belief that every learner deserves access to skilled instruction, meaningful communication, and the opportunity to build a strong sense of self.

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Founded to address the complex and evolving needs of students and educational teams, Links to Learning supports learners with diverse language and literacy profiles. Our practice serves all grade levels through ongoing partnerships with schools, families, and professionals.

Our mission

Links to Learning, LLC is dedicated to educational equity, ensuring that every child has the right to read, communicate, and thrive. We bring together the collective expertise of diverse professionals in a fully integrated, transdisciplinary model, so each learner receives skilled instruction, meaningful communication, and the opportunity to build a strong sense of self.

Meet our Team

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Elke Blanchard

Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT)

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Susan Robison

Literacy Coach

Kristen Troester

Evaluator • Consultant • Coach

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Madelina Johnson

Marketing Director

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Links to Learning team of therapists

Elke Blanchard

Elke Blanchard is a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) and Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist (C-SLDS) with extensive expertise in evidence-based reading instruction.

She began her Structured Literacy training in 1998 at Read to Succeed, an adult reading program founded by Elaine Cheesman in Hartford, CT, and went on to study with Judith Birsch at Teachers College, Columbia University. In 2002, she achieved her CALT certification, solidifying her specialization in multisensory, language-based instruction for students with dyslexia and related learning differences.

Throughout her career, Elke has provided direct intervention for students while also training and mentoring educators in Structured Literacy practices. Her work has been guided by a commitment to helping struggling readers gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive, and by equipping teachers with practical tools to deliver effective, research-based instruction.

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Susan Robison

Susan Robison is an experienced Literacy Coach with a strong background in instructional coaching, educational training, and staff development. Her expertise spans literacy instruction, curriculum and program design, and educational leadership, all grounded in a collaborative approach that supports educators and enhances student outcomes. She is currently completing her CERI certification in structured literacy, further deepening her knowledge and practice. In addition, she serves as an adjunct professor at Sacred Heart University, where she prepares future educators by sharing her expertise in literacy and instructional practice.

Deeply passionate about children’s literacy, Susan is committed to equipping teachers with practical, research-based strategies that foster confident readers and writers. With years of experience guiding schools and educators, she strives to make a lasting impact on both student learning and the professional growth of the teachers who support them.

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Kristen Troester

Kristen Troester is an experienced literacy professional dedicated to helping students, educators, and families access the tools they need for lasting success. She holds a Master of Science in Elementary Education, a Sixth Year Degree in Language and Literacy Development, and is a CERI-certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist (C-SLDI).


With a foundation as a classroom teacher, Kristen brings firsthand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities educators face in supporting diverse learners. Her work has expanded into evaluation, consultation, and coaching, where she specializes in bridging research and classroom practice. She mentors educators in translating the science of reading into effective, evidence-based instruction that is both accessible and actionable.


Kristen’s comprehensive evaluations and personalized recommendations help schools and families better understand students’ profiles, while her coaching and consulting empower educators to deliver instruction that fosters measurable growth. She is especially passionate about supporting struggling readers, equipping teachers with practical strategies, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.