Professional Development

Empowering Difference-Makers

Educators share a common goal: helping every student reach their full potential. Our goal is to be there for every educator. With nearly 50 years of experience and a nationwide network of over 300 expert coaches, Catapult Learning delivers professional development that strengthens instructional practice, improves classroom culture, and supports measurable student outcomes.
Providing nearly
years of in-school experience
More than
skilled PD coaches
More than
school districts nationwide
Inspiring
educators annually

Explore Our PD Tracks

Individual Learning That Fuels Districtwide Success

Our professional development isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s strategic, sustained, and grounded in real classroom practice. We help districts build educator capacity across the areas that matter most: instructional excellence, leadership development, student behavior and special education, and mental health. Whether your team needs short-term support or long-term transformation, our customizable PD tracks create clear, actionable pathways to progress.

Overcoming Non-Academic Barriers

Equip educators with tools to support diverse learners, manage challenging behavior, and create inclusive, student-centered learning environments.

Instructional Excellence

Empower teachers with evidence-based strategies to boost engagement, accelerate learning, and drive achievement across content areas.

Leadership Development

Support school and district leaders with coaching and training that strengthens instructional leadership, data-driven decision-making, and team culture.

Flexible Delivery, Lasting Impact.

Our professional development services are designed to meet educators where they are—on site, virtually, or on demand. Explore our three flexible delivery formats below, each built to support real-world classroom success and lasting district-wide improvement.

Delivery Methods to Fit Your Needs

Professional development should be as adaptable as the educators it supports. That’s why we offer flexible delivery formats to fit your team’s goals, schedules, and learning styles. Whether you need personalized coaching, high-impact in-person workshops, or anytime access to on-demand learning, Catapult Learning delivers. Scroll below to explore our three delivery methods: Job-Embedded Coaching, Workshops & Institutes, and PDNow, our online learning platform.

Job-Embedded Coaching

Our coaching is job-embedded, data-informed, and fully aligned to your district’s goals. We support teachers, leaders, and instructional teams with personalized coaching that strengthens practice and improves student outcomes.
Whether it’s supporting new teachers, building instructional leadership, or enhancing special education strategies, our coaching adapts to your needs. Choose from short- or long-cycle models, delivered in person or virtually. Every session is collaborative, practical, and grounded in real classroom challenges—with built-in feedback and measurement to ensure sustained growth.

Workshops & Institutes

Our immersive workshops and institutes bring educators together to build foundational knowledge, spark innovation, and develop practical strategies for classroom and school success.
Available as half-day, full-day, or multi-day experiences, each session is led by expert educators and grounded in the latest research. From literacy and behavior management to leadership and inclusion, we offer both turnkey topics and fully customized events that align with your district’s priorities. Workshops can stand alone or serve as the foundation for deeper, sustained professional development.

PDNow

PDNow gives educators 24/7 access to hundreds of research-based courses. Whether integrated into a district-wide learning strategy or used for individual professional growth, PDNow helps schools scale high-quality professional development—efficiently and effectively.

Support Educator Well-Being

EmpowerU’s Resilience and Mental Health Training helps educators manage stress, boost motivation, and reconnect with their purpose—leading to stronger student outcomes and a healthier school culture. Flexible, self-paced, and backed by 1:1 coaching, this proven program supports educator well-being while driving real impact in the classroom.

School Transformation

Catapult Learning provides comprehensive, research-driven solutions that build educator capacity, strengthen instruction, and accelerate student achievement. Our integrated approach helps schools break down both academic and non-academic barriers—creating clear, sustainable pathways to success.

When instructional models align with school culture and local context, the result is a vibrant, student-centered environment. Through whole-child strategies, student voice and agency, and stronger relationships, educators can drive meaningful school-wide outcomes.

Our Building Instructional Coherence (BIC) framework helps schools implement a consistent, research-based instructional model. Through dynamic PD sessions, educators and leaders learn how to organize, design, and deliver instruction—and how to monitor and adjust for greater student impact.

Literacy First® is Catapult Learning’s professional learning process grounded in the Science of Reading, designed to equip educators with proven strategies to build strong readers across all subjects. Through targeted coaching and research-based development, schools create literacy-rich environments that drive lasting academic success.

Enhanced Core Reading Instruction™ (ECRI) is a multi-tiered, evidence-based approach designed to strengthen reading instruction in K–2 classrooms. In partnership with Boston University – Wheelock College, Catapult Learning delivers ECRI nationwide through targeted professional learning and coaching. Its explicit, systematic routines are proven to accelerate learning and close gaps for at-risk readers.

Support student and staff well-being through PD focused on trauma-informed instruction, resilience-building, and educator self-care. These sessions help educators recognize signs of stress and respond with empathy—creating safe, supportive classrooms where everyone can thrive.


Professional Development’s Impact in the Classroom

of educators cited professional value1
of instructors planned to put insights into practice1
of leaders indicated satisfaction with leadership coaching
of leaders indicated satisfaction with staff in-person and remote coaching

1 2022 Catapult Learning End of School Year Leader & Educator Survey

FAQs

Catapult Learning offers a comprehensive, research-based approach tailored to the unique needs of each school and district. Our programs combine job-embedded coaching, interactive workshops, and on-demand learning to support educators at all levels.

Our offerings are flexible and can be structured as one-time workshops, multi-session series, or ongoing training programs. We collaborate with schools to design a format that aligns with their specific goals and schedules.

All professional development content is grounded in the latest educational research and aligns with national and state standards. This ensures that educators receive relevant and effective training applicable to today’s classrooms.

Yes. We work closely with schools and districts to tailor professional development programs that address their unique challenges, goals, and educator needs.

Our professional development is designed to be inclusive and adaptable, catering to various learning styles and levels of educator experience. We employ diverse instructional methods to engage all participants effectively.

Our programs are backed by data demonstrating improved teaching practices and student outcomes. We continually assess and refine our offerings to ensure they meet the evolving needs of educators and students.


Building a Stronger, More Connected School Community

Through personalized student instruction, inspiring professional development, and meaningful family partnerships, Catapult Learning paves the way for sustained success in and out of the classroom—inspiring growth, confidence, and achievement for all who are part of the learning journey.


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