High-Impact Literacy Professional Development for Teachers, Coaches and Leaders
Professional Learning for Teachers that Translates to Real Classrooms
We believe the best professional learning is hands-on, personalized, and directly connected to the everyday realities of teaching. That’s why our literacy professional development is grounded in evidence-based practices, with a laser focus on student outcomes. Whether you're launching structured literacy across your school or fine-tuning your small group instruction, the support we provide is designed to equip educators with tools they can use the very next day.
Who We Support: Teachers, Coaches, and School Leaders
Our work spans the entire instructional team, with a focus on student achievement results. We support:
Classroom Teachers with practical strategies that work across subject areas, learner classifications (i.e., MLLs, students with IEPs), and grade levels
Instructional Coaches with modeling, co-planning, and mentoring tools
School and District Leaders with the insight and strategic planning needed to lead systemic literacy improvement.
High-Impact Professional Learning for Educators
Our sessions are not one-size-fits-all.
Every workshop, coaching session, or learning series is built in partnership with you to meet your unique goals and tailored to the unique needs of your student body. You'll see high engagement, measurable student growth, and confident teachers implementing with fidelity.
Services Overview
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In-School Professional Development
Tailored, classroom-based professional development for educators, focusing on immediately applicable teaching strategies that enhance student outcomes. They are designed to engage teachers, foster collegial collaboration, and leverage high-impact strategies through hands-on, in-classroom experiences.
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Workshops & Webinars
In person or online, this professional learning offers teachers, coaches, and/or administrators opportunities an engaging deep dive into research-based practical strategies. We offer customized options tailored to meet the goals of your school or district, or open-enrollment scheduled opportunities. Participants can earn CEU credits for their participation.
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Curriculum Development & Lesson Planning
Develop, revise, and refine effective literacy lesson plans for English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies in grades K-12 that are aligned with standards, research, and student assessment data. We also support coaches and administrators in deepening their roles related to curriculum planning and evaluation.
Proven Impact on Student Literacy Outcomes
Educators consistently report improved confidence, clarity, and capacity after working with us—and most importantly, students show measurable growth in reading and writing achievement. Independent evaluations of our work have found:
Improved decoding and comprehension skills
Growth in student writing craft and stamina
Increased engagement and independence during literacy blocks
Powerful Student Achievement Results
Our Case Studies
Supporting District-Wide Literacy Growth
We collaborate with districts across the country to support implementation of research-based instructional practices at scale. Our approach helps leaders align goals, build internal capacity, and ensure sustainable change across schools.
Customized Literacy Consulting for K–12 Classrooms
We specialize in:
Differentiated small group instruction
Reading and writing strategy instruction
Structured literacy implementation
Supporting multilingual learners and students with disabilities
Progress monitoring and responsive teaching
Building a culture of professional collaboration
And more…
Structured Literacy Professional Development, Aligned to Your Goals
Our consulting and training supports districts working to implement the Science of Reading and structured literacy: from foundational skills instruction to knowledge and vocabulary building to comprehension strategy instruction. We help translate research and theory into practice for grades K-12, making sure teachers are prepared to deliver high-quality, aligned instruction that works for all learners.
Aligned with Research, Standards, and Curriculum
All of our professional development aligns with:
Current literacy research
College- and career-readiness standards
Core curriculum materials and programs already in use in your district
We support implementation with fidelity while fine-tuning assessment-based instruction to ensure all students can excel.
Hear our conversations with leading researchers:
Why Work with Jennifer Serravallo and Her Team?
Jennifer Serravallo and her team at Literacy Strategies Consulting bring decades of experience and deep literacy expertise to every partnership.
Jennifer is a bestselling author, former classroom teacher, and trusted thought partner to thousands of schools nationwide. Her practical, research-informed approach helps educators bridge the gap between theory and classroom reality. Every member of our team brings warmth, responsiveness, and a relentless focus on what works.
Our Professional Development Process
1. Identify Opportunities for Growth
We begin with a conversation about your goals, challenges, and student needs.
2. Set Goals That Reflect Your Students’ Needs
We help you set ambitious yet attainable goals rooted in equity and student success.
3. Make a Purposeful, Customized Plan
Together, we design a learning experience tailored to your educators’ context and capacity.
4. Monitor Progress Together
Through coaching, classroom visits, co-planning, and collaborative reflection, we stay in step with your team.
5. Communicate and Reflect
We ensure everyone—from teachers to district leaders—stays informed, aligned, and empowered.
6. Celebrate Every Success
We lift up the wins, big and small, and build momentum for what’s next.
FAQ
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Yes! We offer live webinars, asynchronous learning modules, and virtual coaching—all with the same hands-on, high-impact approach.
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Absolutely. We tailor every session to your school’s grade bands, teacher roles, and instructional needs.
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Yes. Our work integrates the latest research with practical strategies aligned to the Science of Reading and structured literacy.
Get in Touch
Let’s design a professional development plan that transforms teaching and accelerates student literacy.