Mosaic Minds Inclusive Schools Institute

Professional Learning Academy

Transforming Schools. Empowering Educators. Helping Every Student Thrive. High-quality, evidence-based professional learning designed to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to create inclusive, relationship-centered learning environments.

Our Approach

Grounded in Research. Built for the Classroom.

Our professional learning experiences are grounded in current educational research, evidence-based instructional practices, and decades of leadership experience in special education, school administration, inclusive education, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), behavioral supports, and neurodivergent learner success. Every course includes clearly defined learning objectives, evidence-based instructional strategies, classroom applications and implementation tools, case studies and collaborative learning activities, reflection and action planning, and practical resources that can be implemented immediately.

Classroom Teachers

School Administrators

Instructional Coaches

Psychologists & Counselors

The Framework

Certificate Programs

The Professional Learning Academy is organized into five comprehensive certificate programs. Each certificate consists of learning modules, and each module includes multiple professional learning courses designed to build educator capacity in a focused area of practice. Select a certificate to explore its modules and courses.

1- Foundations of Inclusive Excellence

Understand the whole child while building the knowledge and skills to create equitable, supportive, inclusive learning environments.

Module 1 — Understanding the Whole Child

Teaching Students from Impoverished Communities to Thrive
Understanding Neurodiversity in Schools
Trauma-Responsive Education
Building Protective Factors and Student Resilience
Cultural Responsiveness and Student Belonging

Module 2 — Designing Inclusive Learning Environments

Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Inclusive Instructional Design
Differentiated Instruction That Works
Creating Accessible Learning Environments
Multi-Sensory Teaching Strategies

2- Inclusive Instruction and Intervention

Develop instructional systems that improve academic achievement through effective intervention, data-based decision-making, and inclusive teaching.

Module 3 — Academic Success Systems

MTSS Implementation and Fidelity
Evidence-Based Academic Interventions
Executive Function Support Systems
Progress Monitoring and Data-Based Decision Making
Student Engagement and Motivation

Module 4 — Behavior, Regulation, and Student Wellness

Behavior as Communication
Positive Behavior Frameworks
Emotional Regulation Strategies
Sensory Regulation Supports
Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Development
De-escalation and Crisis Prevention

3- Relationship-Centered Schools

Research-based strategies for classrooms where students feel valued, respected, connected, and motivated to learn.

Module 5 — Building Relationship-Centered Schools

Strengthening Teacher-Student Relational Practices
Building Trust Through Daily Interactions
Student Belonging and Connectedness
Student Voice and Agency
Family Partnerships
Restorative Relationships

Module 6 — Social-Emotional Learning

CASEL Competencies
Emotional Intelligence
Classroom Community
Conflict Resolution
Teacher Wellness

4- Neurodivergent Learner Specialist

Specialized knowledge and practical strategies for supporting autistic students and other neurodivergent learners in inclusive settings.

Module 7 — Neurodivergent Learner Support Systems

Understanding Autism
Supporting Students with ADHD
Executive Function Coaching
Sensory Processing
Communication Supports

Module 8 — Specialized Academic Supports

Dyslexia
Dysgraphia
Dyscalculia
Assistive Technology
Transition Planning

5- Inclusive Educational Leadership

For school and district leaders building sustainable systems that promote inclusive excellence and improved student outcomes.

Module 9 — Leading Inclusive Schools

Building Inclusive School Culture
Leading School Improvement
Instructional Coaching
Professional Learning Communities
Data-Informed Leadership

Module 10 — Systems Leadership

Special Education Compliance
MTSS Leadership
Change Management
Building Collaborative Teams
Continuous Improvement Systems

Investment

Certificate Program Pricing

Individual Educators

Choose the option that best fits your learning goals.

Program	Price	Action
Individual Course	Starting at $49 per participant	Add to Cart
Five-Course Module	$215 per participant	Add to Cart
Complete Certificate Program	$600 per participant	Add to Cart

Note: Final pricing depends on the delivery format, customization, materials, coaching, and travel.

Investment

Booking & Pricing

Keynote Presentations

$2,500 – $3,500

60-minute keynote presentation
Pre-event planning consultation
Customized content aligned to event theme
Post-session resource summary

Conference Workshops & Breakouts

$750 – $2,200

60-minute breakout session
90-minute extended workshop
2–3 hour in-depth training

District & Organizational PD

Half-Day $1,200–$1,500 · Full-Day $2,500–$2,750

Neurodivergent learner support systems
Inclusive instructional design
MTSS implementation and fidelity
Behavior and regulation frameworks

Full itemized Inclusive Schools Institute: Professional Learning Academy rates (keynote, conference, and per-hour pricing tiers) are available for purchase directly on this page — see the Inclusive Schools Institute: Professional Learning Academy Rates catalog below.

Good to Know

Travel and Expenses Policy

Local travel within 60 miles round-trip of the Mosaic Minds Center primary location is included in the service fee.
Travel beyond 60 miles round-trip will be billed at the current IRS standard mileage rate.
Lodging is required for events exceeding one full day or requiring departure before 6:00 AM or return after 9:00 PM.
For overnight travel, a daily per diem of $75 applies to cover meals and incidental expenses.
For travel exceeding 300 miles one way, economy airfare may be required.
All travel, lodging, mileage, airfare, and per diem expenses must be preapproved in writing.
Payment or reimbursement of approved travel expenses is due within 15 days of invoice.

Our Commitment

At Mosaic Minds, we believe that every educator has the capacity to transform lives when equipped with the right knowledge, tools, and support. Our mission is to empower educators to create inclusive, relationship-centered schools where every learner has the opportunity to achieve academic success, develop meaningful relationships, and reach their fullest potential.

Go Deeper

Signature Professional Learning Institutes

Schools and districts may also participate in intensive learning institutes designed to address specific organizational priorities.

Classroom Teachers

School Administrators

Instructional Coaches

Psychologists & Counselors

Professional Development

Professional development consists of structured, research-informed learning experiences designed to strengthen educator knowledge, instructional practice, and systems-level effectiveness. Mosaic Minds’ professional development services support school districts, educational organizations, and professional learning communities in building inclusive, responsive environments that improve access, engagement, and outcomes for neurodivergent learners and students with disabilities. All professional development engagements are
customized to organizational goals and audience needs, with an emphasis on practical application, educator capacity building, and sustainable impact.

Keynote Presentations

Investment: $2,500 – $3,500 (Based on event scope and customization.)

60-minute keynote presentation
Pre-event planning consultation
Customized content aligned to event theme
Post-session resource summary

Conference Workshops & Breakout Sessions

Investment: $750 – $2,200 (Based on session length and customization.)

60-minute breakout session
90-minute extended workshop
2–3 hour in-depth training

District & Organizational Professional Development

Half-Day: $1,200 – $1,500 | Full-Day: $2,500 – $2,750

Neurodivergent learner support systems
Inclusive instructional design
MTSS implementation and fidelity
Behavior and regulation frameworks
Strengthening teacher-student relational practices

Travel and Expenses Policy

Local travel within 60 miles round-trip of the Mosaic Minds Center for Autism & Neurodivergent Learning primary location is included in the service fee.
Travel beyond 60 miles round-trip will be billed at the current IRS standard mileage rate, calculated from the Mosaic Minds Center for Autism & Neurodivergent Learning primary location to the event site.
Lodging is required for events exceeding one full day or for travel requiring departure before 6:00 AM or return after 9:00 PM. Lodging may be booked and paid directly by the hosting organization or reimbursed to Mosaic Minds at actual cost for a standard business-class hotel.
For events requiring overnight travel, a daily per diem of $75 will apply to cover meals and incidental expenses. Per diem is not required if meals are provided by the hosting organization.
For travel exceeding 300 miles one way, airfare may be required. Airfare must be economy class, nonrefundable, and either booked directly by the hosting organization or reimbursed upon receipt.
All travel, lodging, mileage, airfare, and per diem expenses must be preapproved in writing and are not included in professional service fees unless explicitly stated in the contract.
Payment or reimbursement of approved travel expenses is due within 15 days of invoice.