Teaching, Coaching, and Mentoring that Transforms the Disconnected Learner
Professional Development that Meets the Moment.
Strategies that Stick. Tools that Translate. Change that Lasts.
What We Do...
We Train Practitioners to Create Transformational Learning for Disconnected Learners
Mockingbird delivers professional development, coaching, and implementation support that prepares practitioners to teach, coach, and mentor with clarity and confidence—especially in high-need learning environments.
We train and equip practitioners to create transformational learning experiences for disconnected learners—those who are often overlooked by traditional systems but deserve instruction that works.
What is the Mockingbird Methodology?
The Mockingbird Methodology is a trauma-informed, research-based approach to teaching, coaching, and mentoring learners who are disconnected, under-resourced, or facing real-life barriers.
Built for programs that serve vulnerable youth and adults, the Methodology focuses on building practitioner habits—not just strategies—so staff can create safe, engaging, and high-expectation learning environments.
It’s not about “fixing” learners. It’s about equipping staff to show up with consistency, clarity, and connection—every day, with every learner.Trainings are anchored in the Mockingbird Methodology, a relational, research-informed framework made up of six foundational Playbooks:Trainings are anchored in the Mockingbird Methodology, a relational, research-informed framework made up of six foundational Playbook. Learn More about the Methodology and the Playbooks.
Who We Serve...
Designed for the Front Lines of Learning...
Mockingbird works with programs that serve learners often labeled “hard to reach.” Our work supports:
Alternative and nontraditional schools
Workforce and adult education programs
Reentry and vocational training
Mentoring and instructional leadership
Trauma-informed, high-stakes learning environments
Whether you’re supporting a first job, a second chance, or a final option—Mockingbird helps practitioners show up and deliver.
How We Deliver Training that Sticks...
A System for Talent Development...Not Just Training...
Working with disconnected and vulnerable learners takes more than good intentions—it takes a shared mindset, trauma-informed habits, and consistent support across your entire team.
Mockingbird helps programs move beyond one-time training by building a full system for staff development and implementation.
✅ On-site Training to launch your team with a strong foundation in trauma-informed teaching, coaching, and mentoring
🔄 Quarterly Onboarding Workshops to bring new staff up to speed and aligned with program expectations (new for Fall 2025)
🎯 Webinars, Coaching, and Strategy Streaking Challenges to embed daily habits, deepen practice, and grow impact over time
Whether you’re onboarding new hires or growing seasoned staff, Mockingbird helps you build a team that’s aligned, intentional, and equipped to meet the moment.
Every learner deserves a consistent, connected experience. Every staff member deserves the tools to deliver it.
Let’s develop the team your learners need.
Results that Matter...
Built for Real Impact. Backed by Data.
Practitioners using the Mockingbird Methodology report:
Increased learner engagement
More consistent behavior and focus
Higher staff confidence and morale
Stronger relationships between learners and staff
We don’t just teach the “what”—we share the “why” so you understand the science behind the strategies. We also teach the “how” for turning strategies into daily habits.
Are You Ready?
Empower the People Who Empower the Learners
We help programs grow the people doing the difficult work—the ones holding the line, showing up for learners, and making their learning experience count.
Let’s get your team the training, coaching, and clarity they deserve.
Train your team. Support your mission.
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