Instructional Assistants are often the steady presence students rely on during reading and writing time and a key partner for teachers to help keep learning on track. So what does strong support from an instructional assistant look like in literacy instruction? In this session, participants will explore practical ways instructional assistants can reinforce routines, support student behavior, and keep learners engaged during ELA content, helping create more focused, productive classroom environments where literacy learning can thrive.
Instructional Assistants are often the steady presence students rely on during reading and writing time and a key partner for teachers to help keep learning on track. So what does strong support from an instructional assistant look like in literacy instruction? In this session, participants will explore practical ways instructional assistants can reinforce routines, support student behavior, and keep learners engaged during ELA content, helping create more focused, productive classroom environments where literacy learning can thrive.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Instructional Assistants are a powerful support in math classrooms. Students turn to them when they might be feeling uncertain, and teachers rely on them as partners in learning. So how can they best support math instruction? In this session, participants will explore key moves Instructional Assistants can use to support student thinking as they make instruction more accessible and drive learning in meaningful ways.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Instructional Assistants are a powerful support in math classrooms. Students turn to them when they might be feeling uncertain, and teachers rely on them as partners in learning. So how can they best support math instruction? In this session, participants will explore key moves Instructional Assistants can use to support student thinking as they make instruction more accessible and drive learning in meaningful ways.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Instructional Assistants are essential partners in supporting high-quality ELA instruction. Working alongside teachers, they provide targeted support to students during reading and writing, helping to reinforce skills, clarify learning, and make instruction more accessible in real time. During this session, participants will explore a variety of ways Instructional Assistants can support small groups, respond to student thinking, and reinforce key literacy skills, which will ultimately help to deepen student understanding and maximize learning during ELA instruction.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Instructional Assistants are essential partners in supporting high-quality ELA instruction. Working alongside teachers, they provide targeted support to students during reading and writing, helping to reinforce skills, clarify learning, and make instruction more accessible in real time. During this session, participants will explore a variety of ways Instructional Assistants can support small groups, respond to student thinking, and reinforce key literacy skills, which will ultimately help to deepen student understanding and maximize learning during ELA instruction.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Instructional Assistants are more than a second set of hands—they are teachers in the classroom. In this session, participants will explore how to proactively support classroom management during math instruction. From helping to facilitate student discussion to managing transitions and materials, Instructional Assistants will learn practical ways to support a focused, productive learning environment.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
Instructional Assistants are more than a second set of hands—they are teachers in the classroom. In this session, participants will explore how to proactively support classroom management during math instruction. From helping to facilitate student discussion to managing transitions and materials, Instructional Assistants will learn practical ways to support a focused, productive learning environment.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC
Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →
