Certifications and Training
Why This Matters:
ALTA Reads, Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP)
This certification reflects rigorous, evidence-based training in structured literacy. It ensures instruction is explicit, systematic, and grounded in research, so students receive support that is accurate and effective.
Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction (EBLI), Certified Instructor
Certification ensures that this speech-to-print approach is delivered with precision and fidelity. Students are taught in a way that directly connects sounds to print, allowing them to read, write, and spell more efficiently and effectively.
Nuffield Early Language Intervention (NELI), Certified Instructor
Grounded in the Simple View of Reading, this training supports both word reading and language comprehension. It strengthens vocabulary, listening, and sentence structure to build a strong foundation for reading and learning.
Orton-Gillingham Academy, Associate Level Training
Completed under the guidance of a Fellow, this training includes in-depth study of phonology, phonics, morphology, and the structure of the English language. It ensures instruction is clear, systematic, and grounded in a deep understanding of language.
Releasing Writers, Certified Instructor
This training is grounded in research-based approaches to writing instruction, including structured frameworks that guide students from supported practice to independent writing. Students are explicitly taught how to plan, organize, and express their ideas, helping them build stronger, more confident writing skills over time.
