Catlin Goodrow is an intervention teacher and instructional coach in Spokane, Washington. Previously, she worked as a first- and second-grade teacher in Houston, Texas, and as designer of professional development for teachers, instructional coaches, and other instructional leaders. As a statewide coordinator for Texas Reading First and a designer for Teach For America, Goodrow was privileged to observe classroom instruction across the United States, developing her vision for high-quality instruction. This vision is centered on building literate communities, culturally responsive education, and support for educators in developing their practice.
Goodrow has presented throughout the United States on topics ranging from reading comprehension instruction, instructional vision for leaders, and explicit, systematic instruction. She has also written curriculum for students as young as preK and up to eighth grade, designing clear and coherent lessons that put research principles into the hands of teachers.
Goodrow holds a master’s degree in teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education. She is an avid birdwatcher, knitter, and sci-fi fan.