About Mockingbird

Professional Development that Meets the Moment

We don't do typical training. We create transformational learning experiences.

We believe that teaching, coaching, and mentoring disconnected learners isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. That’s why our work goes beyond strategies and checklists. We develop habits, systems, and mindsets that take root—and stick.

Our specialty? Disconnected and vulnerable learners. The ones who’ve fallen through the cracks. The ones who’ve heard “you can’t” more than “you can.” The ones who need practitioners with both skill and heart.

The Mockingbird Methodology—a research-informed, relational framework is built from years  of research AND practice in the field.

It’s practical, proven, and packed with tools and strategies you can use the very next day after training.

We help programs build a culture where:

  • Trauma doesn’t derail learning—it’s understood.

  • Expectations are high, and so is the support.

  • Staff don’t just survive—they grow.

  • Learners feel seen, safe, and significant in their learning space/

Whether you’re a director shaping program culture, a practitioner facing daily challenges, or a leader rebuilding engagement from the ground up—we’re here to help you.

No fluff. No gimmicks. Just real research-informed solutions for real practitioners doing really hard work.

 

OUr Values

Mockingbird Education embraces the values and strategies that we teach. Seven values guide our organization.

Purpose Not Power

Purpose Not Power

We provide the WHY and are transparent in our intentions and communication. Communicating the WHY reduces power struggles and helps us earn trust and credibility with our learners.

Balance Not Burnout

Balance Not Burnout

We balance work with play so we do not become weary and exhausted. Self-care helps us take good care of students.

The TIme is NOW!

The TIme is Now!

The time to begin developing facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills is NOW! We do not put off till tomorrow what we can do today. The only thing we pass to future educators is a better learner.
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Collaboration Not Compliance

Collaboration Not Compliance

We embrace a spirit or collaboration and use community instead of authority to lead others.

Style Versus Strategy

Style Versus Strategy

We don’t confuse strategy and style. Strategy is research-based technique. Style is the personality and talent used to implement strategies.

Joy and Wonder

Joy and Wonder

We infuse joy, humor, and curiosity into learning. We take teaching seriously and ourselves lightly.
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Not Afraid of Better!

Not Afraid of Better!

We embrace growth. We are not afraid of personal and professional development.
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Are You Ready?

Mockingbird Education

Dallas, Texas · 469-261-3557
info@mockingbirdeducation.net

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