Meet the Experts Behind Our Professional Learning Partnerships

Catapult Learning’s specialists bring experience as teachers, instructional coaches, principals, district leaders, interventionists, and subject-matter experts. Together, they support schools and districts across the country in strengthening instruction, building educator capacity, and improving student outcomes.

Explore the expertise and backgrounds some of our nearly 350 coaches that help power our professional learning partnerships.

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  • Ali Robinson-Rogers, M.Ed. 

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    Ali Robinson-Rogers is an executive coach and leadership strategist with more than 20 years of experience in postsecondary readiness, organizational…

    Ali Robinson-Rogers is an executive coach and leadership strategist with more than 20 years of experience in postsecondary readiness, organizational development, and district-level transformation. She specializes in executive coaching, strategic planning, and leadership capacity-building for superintendents, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams. Ali has led large-scale initiatives impacting more than 130,000 students, developed postsecondary pathways systems, secured substantial public and private funding, and guided leadership teams through organizational redesign and culture transformation. As an ICF-certified executive coach and adjunct professor of human-centered leadership, she brings a results-oriented, data-driven approach to developing high-performing leaders and sustainable systems that improve student outcomes and strengthen institutional effectiveness.

  • Christin A. R. Nichols 

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    Christin Nichols is a strategic account leader and professional learning specialist with over 25 years of experience designing and implementing…

    Christin Nichols is a strategic account leader and professional learning specialist with over 25 years of experience designing and implementing large-scale instructional improvement initiatives. She has managed statewide and national partnerships focused on mathematics, literacy, social-emotional learning, and comprehensive instructional reform. Christin has led complex, multi-district contracts, recruiting and supervising large coaching teams while ensuring high-quality implementation, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement processes. Her expertise includes strategic planning, adult learning systems, project management, and data-driven instructional coaching. She builds strong consultative relationships with district and school leaders, ensuring professional learning initiatives translate into measurable gains in teacher effectiveness and student achievement.

  • Christine L. Johns-Harris, M.A. 

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    Christine Johns-Harris is a national professional development specialist and instructional coach with expertise in MTSS, PBIS, equity literacy, and culturally…

    Christine Johns-Harris is a national professional development specialist and instructional coach with expertise in MTSS, PBIS, equity literacy, and culturally responsive instruction. She designs and facilitates professional learning for leaders and educators across the United States and internationally, including extensive work with the Department of Defense Education Activity. Christine specializes in coaching teams through data analysis to address disproportionality in discipline and special education referrals, strengthening school climate, and implementing standards-based literacy instruction. With a background in curriculum design, special education coordination, and virtual professional learning development, she brings a strategic, collaborative approach that builds capacity, fosters inclusive environments, and improves academic outcomes for diverse student populations.

  • Deborah Jones

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    Deborah Jones is an accomplished educational leader with a distinguished career spanning teaching, reading specialization, instructional coaching, school leadership, and…

    Deborah Jones is an accomplished educational leader with a distinguished career spanning teaching, reading specialization, instructional coaching, school leadership, and regional management. Recognized as an Outstanding Elementary School Leader, she has led successful school turnaround initiatives across urban and suburban contexts. Deborah’s expertise includes reading and writing instruction, leadership development, and comprehensive school improvement. She has delivered professional development and coaching across multiple states and internationally, including work with Department of Defense schools. Her leadership philosophy centers on leveraging data, best practices, and strong coaching systems to elevate student achievement and build thriving school communities.

  • Dr. Diane Metz

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    Dr. Diane Metz is an experienced leadership coach and instructional consultant with over 30 years of experience in teaching, school…

    Dr. Diane Metz is an experienced leadership coach and instructional consultant with over 30 years of experience in teaching, school administration, and professional development . She collaborates with school and district leaders to assess systems, implement improvement plans, and strengthen instructional leadership capacity. As a former elementary principal recognized for excellence and character education leadership, Dr. Metz has built PLC frameworks, implemented RTI systems, and led schoolwide professional learning aligned to standards. She delivers professional development across topics including Science of Reading, SEL, project-based learning, and instructional coherence. Her strategic, research-based approach supports sustainable school improvement and enhanced student achievement.

  • Dr. Pam Bradley

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    Dr. Pam Bradley is a nationally recognized educational leader, consultant, and former principal with over three decades of experience in…

    Dr. Pam Bradley is a nationally recognized educational leader, consultant, and former principal with over three decades of experience in school transformation, literacy leadership, and organizational development. As an educational consultant and leadership coach, she provides professional learning and executive coaching to school and district leaders, focusing on literacy implementation, strategic planning, and culture-building initiatives. Throughout her career as a principal and district leader, Dr. Bradley led significant school improvement efforts, strengthened professional learning communities, secured competitive grants, and improved academic performance and school climate. Her expertise in leadership coaching, change management, and systems-level improvement enables her to guide schools through complex transformation efforts. Dr. Bradley is widely respected for building strong community partnerships and fostering cultures of high expectations, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Emily Irene Silverman 

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    Emily Irene Silverman is an innovative instructional strategist and facilitator with extensive experience in inquiry-based learning, Universal Design for Learning,…

    Emily Irene Silverman is an innovative instructional strategist and facilitator with extensive experience in inquiry-based learning, Universal Design for Learning, and technology-enhanced instruction. As an Instructional Support Strategist, she partners with schools to implement evidence-based teaching strategies that strengthen engagement, accessibility, and instructional rigor. Emily has led professional development on topics including AI integration, deeper learning strategies, maker-centered instruction, and blended learning design. Her background includes curriculum development, faculty mentoring, and leadership in both independent and public school settings. She is recognized for designing compelling learning experiences that foster reflection, collaboration, and problem-solving, helping schools modernize instructional systems to meet the demands of 21st-century learners.

  • Heidi L. Heineke

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    Heidi Heineke is an experienced educational leader and professional development facilitator with extensive expertise in organizational capacity building, leadership coaching,…

    Heidi Heineke is an experienced educational leader and professional development facilitator with extensive expertise in organizational capacity building, leadership coaching, and strategic implementation. With a background spanning school leadership, talent development, and district-level administration, she specializes in recruiting, onboarding, and developing leaders to strengthen instructional and operational effectiveness. Heidi has served as an academic administrator and head of school, where she built staff capacity through succession planning, instructional training, and collaborative leadership systems. As a consultant and facilitator, she designs and delivers adult learning experiences tailored to district and organizational needs, supporting stakeholders in executing strategic initiatives with clarity and cohesion. Her strengths in project management, change implementation, and relationship-building make her a valuable partner for districts focused on leadership development and sustainable improvement.

  • Jana Rodriguez

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    Jana Rodriguez is a transformational educational leader with more than 20 years of experience driving school improvement, leadership development, and…

    Jana Rodriguez is a transformational educational leader with more than 20 years of experience driving school improvement, leadership development, and systemic change across PK–12 settings. As a National Professional Development Specialist, she provides strategic coaching and job-embedded professional learning to principals, leadership teams, and teachers in public, private, and faith-based schools. Her expertise includes facilitating comprehensive school improvement processes, supporting Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavior programs, and guiding leaders in setting measurable goals that increase student achievement and well-being. Previously serving as a turnaround principal and district transformation officer, Jana led large-scale reform initiatives, implemented data-driven decision-making systems, and coached emerging leaders to strengthen instructional quality and operational effectiveness. Her deep background in special education, equity, and school turnaround enables her to partner effectively with districts seeking sustainable, research-based strategies for continuous improvement.

  • Jennifer Nelson White

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    Jennifer Nelson White is an experienced educational leader and Professional Development Specialist with more than 30 years of service in…

    Jennifer Nelson White is an experienced educational leader and Professional Development Specialist with more than 30 years of service in collaborative, inclusive educational settings. She designs and facilitates professional learning experiences focused on the Science of Reading, PBIS, inclusive instructional practices, trauma-informed strategies, and Universal Design for Learning. As a founder and executive leader of community-based educational initiatives, Jennifer has developed transformative programs that bridge schools, families, and community organizations. Her background in special education, differentiated curriculum design, and leadership coaching enables her to support educators in creating equitable, student-centered environments where all learners can thrive. Jennifer’s work consistently emphasizes sustainability, reflective practice, and building systems that honor diverse student needs.

  • John Lindquist 

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    John Lindquist is a senior education executive and postsecondary success leader with extensive experience in college access strategy, leadership development,…

    John Lindquist is a senior education executive and postsecondary success leader with extensive experience in college access strategy, leadership development, and systems-level change . As Senior Director of Postsecondary Programming for a national charter network, he has led the design and implementation of multi-year college and career readiness initiatives aligned to strategic goals. John has managed cross-functional teams, secured significant grant funding, developed data systems to measure program effectiveness, and built partnerships with leading colleges and career organizations nationwide. His leadership experience includes serving as principal, instructional coach, and adjunct professor, consistently driving measurable gains in academic performance and postsecondary enrollment. John brings a results-oriented, equity-driven approach to educational transformation and leadership coaching.

  • Martín E. Blank

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    Martín Blank is a nationally recognized expert in positive psychology, social-emotional learning, and school climate transformation. As Founder of School…

    Martín Blank is a nationally recognized expert in positive psychology, social-emotional learning, and school climate transformation. As Founder of School Wellbeing Solutions and a National Professional Development Specialist, he partners with school and district leaders to design and implement research-based initiatives that promote educator resilience, student belonging, and sustainable culture change. With graduate training from the University of Pennsylvania in Applied Positive Psychology, Martín translates complex research into actionable strategies for schools. He has led professional learning for thousands of educators, developed SEL curricula aligned to CASEL competencies, and implemented multi-phase climate initiatives that strengthen teacher retention and student well-being. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Martín brings a culturally responsive lens to his work, helping schools create flourishing environments where academic achievement and wellness are integrated and sustained.