I speak
Ruth Ayres
Practical Professional Learning Designed to Inspire Growth





YOU CAN’T PLEASE EVERYONE
Or Can You?
I’m Ruth Ayres, a speaker, three-time author, and instructional influencer. Supporting teachers grew from instructional coaching to writing to becoming the editor in chief of Choice Literacy and the director of The Lead Learners.
I provide professional learning that leaves participants feeling understood, equipped, and energized. I work with schools throughout the United States. Topics I discuss resonate with teachers because despite their complexity, they are approached with authenticity.
Topics include teaching writers, overcoming hardships, and building confidence in instructional influencers.
Engaging Writers (Especially those who are hard-to-reach)
UNDERSTANDING THE WAYS CHILDHOOD TRAUMA EFFECTS LITERACY INSTRUCTION
giving writers feedback
individualizing the writing process
developing skills and confidence as a teacher leader
BUILDING RAPPORT AND ROUTINES AS AN INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
How We Know For Sure
Your school staff will thank you for hiring Ruth.