The Aptus Group | Southern California | Our Mission, Our Team, Our Experts

About Us

The Aptus Group, Inc. (APTUS) provides education, compliance and staffing solutions for public and private agencies throughout Southern California.

Working with APTUS means being assured you have selected the right team to maintain legal requirements that shape the field of education, and more importantly, shape the hearts and minds of children. Our services are customized, comprehensive, and cost effective. No matter the size of your company or budget, we find an answer that fits your needs...and our dedication is always free.

APTUS adheres to the following principles which inspire us and provide a basis for how we interact with our clients on a daily basis. We believe in “service,” in being accountable for results, and in being active within the community for the common good of students and their families.

Our Mission

APTUS’ mission is to provide educational services to private and public organizations in the areas of compliance, professional development and staff support with integrity, accountability and compassion.

Our commitment is to:

treat everyone with respect

do things right the first time

exceed expectations

provide the highest quality service available

be ethical in all of our endeavors

Our Team Approach

We bring together a reliable team - from one individual to an entire department. While other companies give you a service or a staff member, we provide you with someone who will work in tandem with your school to meet your educational goals.

Our Staff of Professionals

Provide only the best practitioners in each discipline.
Hold the appropriate credentials and certifications as required by the State of California.
Are cleared through the State of California and FBI, as well as personal background checks and TB test clearance.
Are up to date on the most recent changes with Federal IDEA mandates and the state and local school district implementation
Are supervised by individuals who hold at least a master’s degree and an administrative credential and have at least five years experience in their respective disciplines

Our Experts

Linda Michel

Master of Arts in Communication Disorders, Spanish

Credentialed in Educational Administration

Certificate of Clinical Competence/American Speech Hearing Association

California Speech Pathology License

Experience includes coordination and administration of special education units in Lynwood and Los Angeles Unified School Districts

Francisca Mendoza

Credentialed in Pupil Personnel Services in School Psychology

Masters degree in School Psychology