rit. Learning & Consulting, Minneapolis
Educational therapy and coaching for kids and grown-ups who learn differently. The podcast and the zine are for everyone, free, always.
Why rit. works
I'm Erin Carroll, a clinically trained reading specialist, educational therapist, Columbia University graduate, and a former student who navigated school with ADHD. I know firsthand what it takes to succeed in school with executive function differences. I also know that with the right support and systems that fit, real academic growth is possible for every learner, at any age.
Though executive function coaching has many long-term benefits, I'm most proud of the enthusiasm for learning my work instills in students.
Meet your coach, Ms. Erin
I've helped children across the country make significant academic strides in just one school year. These writing samples show several areas of improvement from two of my students, including:
More than 15 years with neurodivergent kids taught me the thing this whole practice stands on: differences aren't deficits to fix. They're the ground we teach on. So we leave shame out of it, every time.
All of my work is rooted in the belief that every child:
it isn't always easy, but it is just a difference
Services
Whether you are seeking 1:1 support, executive functioning coaching, caregiver support, or a consultation, I provide tailored solutions to best support your needs.
Reviews
"Working with Erin has changed the trajectory of literacy and learning for my children. We are so grateful for her knowledge, patience, and understanding of children with learning differences, both in the school and home setting. She expertly incorporates executive functioning work with literacy in a comprehensive, holistic approach. Could not recommend highly enough!!"
Kristin E., Google Review
"Erin Carroll is phenomenal. A consummate professional with deep expertise and an authentic commitment to student learning, she galvanized during her tenure in our community, offering insight, wisdom, and leadership that allowed children and adults to flourish."
Assistant Head of School, The Blake School
"The environment in her classroom is one of warmth and encouragement, where students are comfortable demonstrating their knowledge and taking risks. Her students' gains are a result of her care and excellent teaching practices."
Division Head, The Windward School
"she has a heart for outliers"
from Erin's professional references
As featured in Bold Journey and CanvasRebel
The traditional approach to isolated skills-based tutoring, intervention, and coaching rarely closes the gap. These methods are often deficit-driven and seldom consider the cyclical relationship between learning differently and the rest of the child's world.
rit. is a holistic, integrated approach that brings the pieces of deep learning together, because reading, attention, feelings, body, and family all weave in and out of each other. It was designed for children with learning differences but supports every type of learner. It is uniquely rooted in the belief that caregiver and educator education is equally, if not more, important in addressing our global educational crisis.
An inclusive podcast for kids
A read-aloud podcast made for every child, dedicated to children who may learn, think, feel, or look different. Every episode is a picture book read slowly, with room to wonder.
Free, always.
For caregivers & educators
You're in the room, not the waiting room. Every family leaves with language that works at the kitchen table, and one small thing to try this week.
Trainings & curricula
It's the brain's management team: working memory keeps the plan in mind, flexible thinking adjusts it, and self-control keeps you pointed at it. When a child's team is understaffed, they don't need more willpower. They need tools, and someone who doesn't grade them for needing tools.
Phonological & phonemic awareness · spelling, reading, writing · handwriting · math processes · growth mindset · mindfulness · language of math · social-emotional learning · executive functioning.