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Empowering Educators Globally

Welcome to RootED Consulting — where educational expertise meets innovation, and every solution is rooted in child development, backed by research, and designed for impact. We help schools, educators, and leaders unlock powerful, practical strategies that honor student agency, elevate literacy, and transform teaching from the ground up. Explore our services and discover what’s possible when learning is RootED in what works.

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Why RootED?

RootED was created to challenge outdated methods and offer a better way—one where joy, agency, and respect lead the learning. I help schools build literacy-rich, relationship-centered spaces rooted in research and made for real life—where children learn through play, exploration, and voice, not just compliance.

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About Me.
RootED in Respect. Grounded in Research. Centered on Children.

Hello! My name is Uriah.

I am an international educator, literacy coach, workshop facilitator, and advocate for student agency. With years of experience in education in international schools and inquiry-based classrooms, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful learning becomes when children are given the space to lead. I help educators create classrooms where children are truly seen, heard, and empowered to grow.

At the core of my work is a simple belief — when we trust children and root their learning in developmentally sound, research-backed practice, they thrive.

My Journey

I've worked in diverse settings across the globe, from early childhood centers, to accredited international schools, and suppported teachers across the U.S. and abroad. I specialize in:

Play-based literacy instruction
Curriculum design grounded in the Science of Reading
Culturally responsive teaching
Teacher training and school partnerships

Whether I’m supporting one educator or an entire school team, I bring a thoughtful, practical approach that’s shaped by real classroom experience and research that matters.

What Sets Me Apart

My work is relational, reflective, and research-informed. I don't just tell educators what to do — I coach, collaborate, and co-create. I blend developmental theory with practical, actionable strategies that work in real classrooms.

I also prioritize student voice and agency. I help teachers move away from over-control and toward practices that trust and empower children — because the goal isn't just compliance, it's CONFIDENCE!