Anna's Workshops and Educational Consulting Services
Unleash Your Creative and Intellectual Potential
Organizations Anna has worked with...
Are you looking for guidance
to navigatge through educational or personal challenges?
Grow with Anna's in-person and online offerings that provide a wide range of educational opportunities. Benefit from personalized consultations that not only encourage you to embrace lifelong learning, but also help you develop a deeper understanding of your strengths and areas for growth.
Available in-person, virtual, and hybrid offerings:
Personalized training and strategies from someone who's worked with leading educational and exploratory organizations. Anna leverages her expertise in physics, oceanography, experiential education and nature connection to offer unique learning experiences.
Book club and/or professional teams:
In person, online, or hybrid (for 2- 5 people)
Per person cost includes:
- Relevant book or tool-kit
- 5 coaching sessions (60-75 minutes each)
Program Choices include:
- Nature Connection/Tapping into Natural Intelligence
- Improving Decision-making skills
- Lifelong Learning Tools and Reflection
All Experiential and Interactive (10-30 people)
Choices include (and can be combined based on time available):
- Nature Connection
- Nature and Technology: Dichotomy and Synergy
- Systematic Decision-Making
- Experiencing Growth Mindset through Art
- Addressing Discomfort in Learning and Growth
$900 / per month (duration 4 month minimum; 6 months ideal; 6+ months available upon request)
Included in monthly rate:
- 2 x 45 minute zoom or phone sessions per month: these are 1:1 sessions so that I can really get to know you and tailor the work to your needs and visions for your future
- 1 session per month, every other month, turns into a 90 minute nature-based session
- Emails and texts in between sessions (with a 24-48 hour response time goal)
- Relevant documents review and feedback (could be lesson plans, resume, cover letters, etc.) Note: this is not line-editing feedback, but general positive and constructive feedback. (72 hour response time goal)
- Outcome: clarity on your personal/professional direction. Getting in touch with your "why" relative to teaching OR setting your sights on a new "why"
Requires planning together in advance; tailored to your desired outcomes (3-5 days long)
Choices include (and can be combined based on time available):
- Nature Connection
- Nature and Technology: Dichotomy and Synergy
- Systematic Decision-Making
- Experiencing Growth Mindset through Art
- Addressing Discomfort in Learning and Growth
(contact Anna for current availability and rate(s))
- Experiential Education in any context
- Educational Program Development
- Strategic Resource Development
Testimonials
Here what others have to say about Anna...
“I once had the pleasure of co-facilitating a Buddhist Meditation retreat with Anna Switzer. She brought a unique sort of expertise to the retreat which I had never experienced before. She led our participants into the natural environment, and used the nature around us to help people go deeply into themselves and to explore their authentic nature. The results were remarkable, and I loved it! Anna has a level of wisdom and experience that is not often found in this world.”
David McKay
Author and retreat designer/facilitator
“I have worked with Anna in multiple contexts: as a co-planner and co-facilitator of adult professional learning and as a colleague in taking on special projects. Anna is meticulous in planning and details, she is a strong writer, and she considers multiple perspectives. She is thoughtful in working with others - unafraid to address conflict and misunderstandings straight on, and eager to hear feedback to make her practice and the work better. She follows through on projects, meeting deadlines and tracking details in complex, multifaceted work. I would highly recommend working with Anna.”
Aurora Kushner
VP of School Programming & Impact,
NYC Outward Bound Schools
“Dr. Switzer is a deeply knowledgeable instructor with so much experience, I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to take one of her courses. It was such a perfect combination of personal growth and professional introspection. I feel like what I gained from her class will benefit my students (and me!) for years to come."
Quinn S.
Graduate of the Unlocking the Nuances of Discomfort in Learning course
“As a collaborator, Anna is an incredible, deep listener. She is able to hear about a challenging situation and honor the wide lens vision while supporting others to plan immediate next steps. Anna draws on her vast experience and knowledge in her coaching. She refers to powerful decision-making models and tools for collaboration naturally and effortlessly. Working with Anna and watching her in action has transformed my practice. I would highly recommend working with Anna.”
Alexis Watt
School Designer, EL Education
Anna Switzer is an incredibly valuable thought partner for our school district. Her exceptional capacity for critical thinking has consistently guided us through complex problem-solving challenges, leading us to achieve our goals in ways we could not have accomplished alone. Anna's extensive knowledge spans a wide array of educational research areas, and her depth of expertise is truly remarkable. She effortlessly translates this knowledge into thoughtfully designed and expertly facilitated learning experiences for us. Anna's highly developed listening and communication skills form the foundation for building relationships based on compassion and care, driving our collaborative efforts. Her presence infuses our learning community with joy and enthusiasm, bringing a unique and highly valued outside perspective and feedback to our work."
Karen Martin
Director of Learning and Instruction,
Denali Borough School District