Speaking Engagements
If you're looking for a highly interactive speaker who can take your event to the next level, look no further!
My goal is to inspire audiences to think outside the box concerning how we 'view and do' education. I've perfected the art of entertaining and educating in a manner that equips attendees with practical ways to do their part in creating learning environments that foster success for diverse learners.
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I look forward to working with you to equip your team and empower the children they serve!
Professional Development
We support school teams in acquiring and employing evidence-based strategies to boost educators' effectiveness, elevate students' internal motivation, and promote increased academic proficiency for diverse learners. Our professional development presentations go beyond being highly interactive; they are exceptionally practical and are designed to benefit both seasoned professionals and enthusiastic novices alike. Drawing from over a decade of experience as a school-based clinician working with culturally and linguistically diverse and neurodivergent students, Dr. Kearney brings the expertise your team needs to optimize learning and student achievement.
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We offer a range of presentation topics ideal for:
Topics:
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Academic success
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Cultural responsiveness
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School culture
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Social-emotional
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Leadership
Presentation Types:
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In-person
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Virtual
General & Special
Education Teachers
Administrators & Directors
Autism Classroom Support Staff​
Speech Pathologists​
Resource Teachers
SPED Coordinators/Chairs
Related Specialists
Parents
SLP Graduate Student Workshop
We also offer a highly interactive workshop for Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) graduate students!
This engaging experience is designed to improve graduate students' skills by:
enriching their understanding of the perspectives of culturally and
linguistically diverse (CLD) individuals
sharpening critical thinking skills
teaching practical strategies to implement through all stages of the clinical
process (e.g., rapport-building, assessment, goal development, treatment)
preparing future clinicians to make informed, client-centered decisions
equipping students to advocate for the communication needs of CLD clients
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CSD Graduate Students
We turn learning into a dynamic experience with --
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evidence-based tools/strategies
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hands-on activities directly related to the teaching/learning experience
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group exercises to grow teaching effectiveness, collaboration skills, and flexibility in teaching
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practical application activities and role-play scenarios to deepen understanding of the learning experience for diverse learners
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self-reflection exercises
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pre-and post-training assessments
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more!
-- because learning should be as engaging as it is insightful! We equip your school team with evidence-based strategies and ready-to-use resources to ensure those newfound skills stick around for the long haul. Our training is like a customized adventure, perfectly fitting the unique needs of your school team. It's not just about training; it's the key to cranking up the excitement while boosting communication, and academic prowess for a diverse student body. Let's make learning a memorable journey!
Educator Training Program
Enhance your school team's effectiveness with our extensive educator training program, purposely crafted for educators and beneficial for every member of the school team, including:
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Administrators
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Specialists
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Support staff
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Our training program empowers educators to transform education by equipping them to create an inclusive, equitable academic environment that fosters success for diverse learners through mindset shifts, technology, enhanced teaching practices, and other practical means.
Testimonials
What school teams say...
"This was a valuable and entertaining session. I was able to stay engaged due to all the engaging activities that were involved throughout the session! Also, Dr. Kearney had a high energy performance that I appreciated!"
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-Teacher (MD)
Book Dr. Kearney
Searching for a high-energy, knowledgeable speaker to empower, excite, and enlighten your group in a manner that makes learning interactive, simple, and fun? You're in the absolute right place!
I love speaking on topics related to culturally responsive teaching practices, cultural and linguistic diversity, fostering a rich school culture, social-emotional connections to education, leadership, and best practices for promoting academic success for diverse learners. I'm excited to bring my highly engaging presentation style to engage, educate, and empower your audience!
Please complete the inquiry form, and I’ll reach out to discuss the details of your event. If you have any questions, please contact me at tinita@ashifting.com.
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Talk soon!
-Dr. Kearney
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