Michael Brooks, M.Ed., NBCT

Michael Brooks, M.Ed., NBCT, is a National Board Certified Teacher and education specialist who contributes to Family Flourish's content on learning, literacy, and child development. He holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education. With 18 years of classroom experience teaching elementary and middle school, Michael has worked with diverse student populations including English language learners, students with learning disabilities, and gifted learners. He currently serves as an Instructional Coach at Metro Nashville Public Schools, where he mentors teachers and develops curriculum. Michael is particularly passionate about early literacy, phonics instruction, and helping struggling readers. He has trained hundreds of teachers in evidence-based reading intervention strategies and has presented at the International Literacy Association (ILA) annual conference multiple times. His work has been featured in Education Week, Edutopia, and The Reading Teacher journal. Michael is the creator of the popular "Reading Rescue" program, which has helped over 5,000 students improve their reading skills. As a father of four children ranging from ages 5 to 17, Michael brings a unique perspective that combines his professional expertise with the everyday realities of supporting children's learning at home. Credentials & Certifications: - Master of Education (M.Ed.), Vanderbilt University Peabody College - National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) - Early Childhood Generalist - Orton-Gillingham Trained Reading Specialist - Tennessee Teaching License (K-8) Professional Affiliations: - International Literacy Association (ILA) - National Education Association (NEA) - Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) - Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)