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Big Apple
Educators & Consultants
At Big Apple Educators and Consultants, We provide high-impact professional
learning for teachers and leaders, embedded instructional coaching, and strategic
literacy planning at the school and district level. Together, we help educators feel
confident, knowledgeable, and equipped to support every reader.
Big Apple Educators & Consultants, LLC is an MWBE educational consulting company. Our main purpose is to improve literacy outcomes in students (PreK-12) and adults through
Teacher/Leadership Professional Learning, embedded classroom instructional coaching, leadership consulting and creating sustainable literacy systems for education entities (at the individual classroom, school, district and state level)
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Big Apple Educators & Consultants
We partner with schools and districts to strengthen literacy outcomes by building educator expertise, sharpening instructional practice, and developing strong literacy leadership. Initially starting out as a speech-language therapy company specializing in speech-language intervention, assessment and literacy tutoring, our founder realized that literacy was the gateway that makes all other learning possible. The company has progressed to grounding all of our work in the Science of Reading, structured literacy, and evidence-based practices — with a focus on practical application that transforms classrooms, schools, leaders, teachers and most importantly, students.
We partner with schools and districts to strengthen literacy outcomes by building
educator expertise, sharpening instructional practice, and developing strong literacy
leadership. Our work is grounded in the Science of Reading, structured literacy, and
research-based pedagogy — with a focus on practical application that transforms
classrooms.
At Big Apple Educators and Consultants, our mission is to eradicate illiteracy. We partner
with schools and districts to strengthen literacy outcomes by building educator
expertise, sharpening instructional practice, and developing strong literacy leadership.
Initially starting out as a Speech-Language therapy company specializing in
speech-language intervention, assessment and literacy tutoring, our founder, Dr. Monica
Covington-Cradle, believes that literacy is the gateway that makes all other learning
possible. Dr. Covington-Cradle, a licensed speech-language pathologist and literacy consultant, brings over 22 years of professional experience to her work. Her diverse career has seen her work with a range of populations, from neurologically impaired adults to PreK-12 developmentally delayed students and those with language-based literacy delays.
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In-Person Learning
In-person learning allows for deeper engagement, hands-on modeling, and real-time application within your school context.
Virtual Learning
Virtual learning maintains strong engagement while offering flexibility and
accessibility across schools or districts.
Hybrid Learning
Hybrid models allow for continuity, reflection, and sustained implementation over time.
Whether in person, virtual, or hybrid, our work is always impactful.
The Trailblazer Collective
Monica Covington-Cradle, EdD., SLP, C-SLT
Dr. Monica Covington-Cradle, a licensed speech-language pathologist and literacy consultant, brings over 22 years of professional experience to her work. Her diverse career has seen her work with a range of populations, from neurologically impaired adults to PreK-12 developmentally delayed students and those with language-based literacy delays. Dr. Monica Covington-Cradle’s academic journey is equally impressive, having earned her Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Towson University, her M.S. degree from The University of the District of Columbia and her Doctor of Education in Reading Science from Mount St. Joseph University in Cincinnati, OH.
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What We Do
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Our Consultant Team
Our consultant team is responsible for the strategic direction and the day-to-day operations of the company.
Tiffany Burton
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Maulana Drew
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Renata Archie
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Khaleek Kirkland
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Fariyda Goodwin
MS
Area of expertise: elementary literacy, district strategic planning, school-wide literacy change
Karen Best
EdD
Maria Aielli
EdD
Area of expertise: instructional coaching, preschool literacy, assessment meet mari
Khaleek Kirkland
EdD
Expertise: elementary/middle school instructional coaching; district literacy strategic planning
Khalek Kirkland, EdD
District/School Leader Coach
Tiffany Burton, MS, CCC-SLP
Preschool/Elementary Coach
Maria Aielli, EdD
Preschool/Elementary Coach
Maulana Drew, BS
Middle School/High School Coach
After engaging in targeted professional learning and embedded, student-focused instructional coaching, schools shift from being fragmented in practice to aligned in purpose—building sustainable systems that ensure literacy growth for every student.
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