For Schools
CJ Reynolds is a nationally recognized speaker, educator, and content creator with nearly 20 years of experience in the classroom. Drawing from his work in one of the most demanding school environments in the country, CJ brings a grounded, real-world perspective to professional development that resonates with teachers at every stage of their career.
Known for his relatable storytelling, practical tools, and contagious energy, CJ leads workshops and keynote sessions that challenge, encourage, and equip educators to thrive in today’s teaching climate.
His work bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately. Through his popular YouTube channel and nationwide speaking engagements, CJ continues to support and inspire a global community of educators who want to make their classrooms more engaging, meaningful, and full of purpose.
Technique
CJ Reynolds partners with schools and organizations to help educators break through the barriers that often limit both teacher and student success. His approach focuses on essential, real-world strategies that go beyond traditional methods—equipping teachers with practical tools to build authentic connections, engage students meaningfully, and foster inclusive, purpose-driven classrooms.
Reynolds’ work empowers educators to bridge the gap between curriculum goals and student aspirations, creating environments where both teachers and learners can thrive.
Educational Programs
60 Minute Keynote and/or 90 Minute Workshop Virtual or In-Person
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Classroom Management Blueprint
Rediscovering Your Why
- Boost student engagement without burnout
- Build strong, authentic relationships
- Implement real-world classroom management strategies
- Reignite your sense of purpose
CJ Reynolds brings nearly 20 years of classroom experience to this energizing keynote that helps educators shift from simply surviving the school year to truly thriving in their work. Through engaging stories, practical strategies, and his trademark humor and heart, CJ tackles what it really takes to reignite passion, boost student engagement, and manage classrooms with authenticity and effectiveness.
This session is built to meet teachers where they are—stressed, exhausted, but still full of heart—and help them walk away with a renewed sense of purpose and actionable steps to start using the next day. Whether for a back-to-school kick-off or mid-year recharge, this session delivers lasting impact.
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60-MIN KEYNOTE OR 90-MIN WORKSHOP
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere—but most teachers haven’t been shown how to use them in a way that’s authentic, ethical, and empowering. This session helps educators shift from fear to confidence when it comes to AI in the classroom.
CJ blends practical demos with real talk, showing how to use AI to enhance engagement, streamline planning, and maintain academic integrity without losing the human connection that makes teaching magical. Whether you're a tech skeptic or an AI early adopter, this session gives teachers a clear framework for embracing new tools while staying grounded in what matters most.
- Understand AI’s role in education
- Address plagiarism with clarity and confidence
- Use AI to support lesson planning and differentiation
- Keep teaching human, authentic, and heart-centered
teach your class off...with ai
teach your class off
TYCO...with ai
Classroom Management Blueprint
Rediscovering Your Why
60-MIN KEYNOTE OR 90-MIN WORKSHOP
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
Classroom management doesn't have to be about control—it’s about clarity, consistency, and connection. In this highly practical focus area, CJ shares the systems and structures that help teachers create classrooms where learning is smooth, expectations are clear, and joy is still in the mix. Whether as a standalone workshop or woven into a broader PD experience, this session delivers classroom-tested tools to help teachers feel
confident, not just compliant.
- Build consistent routines that reduce daily friction
- Set clear expectations that support student autonomy
- Learn day-one strategies for smoother transitions and fewer disruptions
- Understand how structure creates space for joy, creativity, and connection
The Classroom Management Blueprint
teach your class off
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Classroom Management Blueprint
Rediscovering Your Why
60-MIN KEYNOTE OR 90-MIN WORKSHOP
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
Teaching is hard—but losing your sense of purpose makes it even harder. In this refreshingly honest and deeply encouraging session, CJ Reynolds helps educators reconnect with the reason they started teaching in the first place.
Drawing from years of personal experience and conversations with thousands of teachers, CJ dives into the root causes of burnout and offers a mix of mindset shifts, routines, and reflections that help educators protect their energy, embrace their value, and reengage with joy.
This session isn't just inspiration—it’s a toolkit for teachers who want to stay in education without losing themselves in the process.
- Identify burnout and how to push back
- Build realistic self-care into your routine
- Reconnect with your passion for teaching
- Find support, balance, and energy again
teach your class off
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Classroom Management Blueprint
Rediscovering Your Why
REDISCOVERING YOUR WHY: REIGNITE THE JOY OF TEACHING
60-MIN KEYNOTE OR 90-MIN WORKSHOP
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
For School & District Leaders
Sessions designed to support instructional leadership, teacher retention, and innovation at scale.
WHAT TEACHERS WISH YOU KNEW (BUT DON’T SAY OUT LOUD)
LEADING YOUR STAFF THROUGH THE AI SHIFT
- Concrete ways to build trust and morale
- Leadership habits that inspire teacher buy-in
- Systems that make teachers feel seen and supported
Teachers are often full of insights, ideas, and honest feedback—but they don’t always feel safe or supported enough to share them. This session lifts the curtain for school leaders and district teams by surfacing the things educators wish they could say.
Based on years of frontline experience and wide-scale teacher conversations, CJ explores common disconnects between admin intentions and teacher realities. The session offers practical suggestions to build trust, invite feedback, and lead in a way that honors what teachers need to thrive. It’s not about blame—it’s about better bridges between the people who lead schools and the people who make learning happen every day.
WHAT TEACHERS WISH YOU KNEW (BUT DON’T SAY OUT LOUD)
LEADERSHIP SESSION 45 MINUTES (KEYNOTE)
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
AI is rapidly changing the landscape of education—but many school leaders feel unprepared to guide their staff through it. This session is designed specifically for principals, instructional coaches, and district leaders looking to support teachers with clarity and care.
CJ breaks down the key concerns teachers have, shares what’s working in classrooms, and gives leaders a roadmap to roll out AI tools in a way that supports, not overwhelms. The session also addresses academic integrity, staff training, and how to build a future-ready culture without losing sight of teacher well-being.
If you’re hearing “we should be doing something with AI” but don’t know where to start, this is the place.
- Roll out AI in a teacher-supportive way
- Address staff fears with empathy and strategy
- Create a culture of experimentation and growth
LEADING YOUR STAFF THROUGH THE AI SHIFT (WITHOUT PANIC)
ADMIN-FOCUSED WORKSHOP
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
45-60 MINUTES (KEYNOTE)
WHAT TEACHERS WISH YOU KNEW (BUT DON’T SAY OUT LOUD)
LEADING YOUR STAFF THROUGH THE AI SHIFT
CJ recently spoke at
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote & Breakout
Carlinville, Illinois
Carlinville CUSD
ICEARY: Illinois Coalition For Educating At-Risk-Youth State Conference
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote & Breakout
Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
St. Lawrence Lewis BOCES
Classroom Management Blueprint
Breakout
Canton, NY
Reignite your passion
Keynote
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote & Breakout
Ohio Association of Family & Consumer Sciences, OAFCS
Virtual Conference
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote
Eisenhower Middle School
Manhattan, KS.
teach your class off
Keynote & Breakout
Center of Excellence to Prepare Teachers of Children of Poverty
Webinar
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Keynote
South Side School District
South Side, Arkansa
teach your class off
Keynote & Breakout
Jacksboro ISD
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote
Jacksboro, TX
Cypress Fairbank ISD, TX
Classroom Management Blueprint
Keynote
Virtual
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote
Peabody High School
Classroom Management Blueprint
Keynote & Breakout
Virtual
Teach Your Class Off
Keynote & Breakout
EmpowerED: Navigating Equity & Access Across the Educational Landscape
Classroom Management Blueprint
Breakout
Frost Museum of Science
Miami, Florida
Teach Your Class Off
Breakout
Rutgers University Alternate Route Spring Conference 2024
South Side, Arkansa
TEACH YOUR CLASS OFF
Keynote
Consulting & Mentorship Built for Impact
The first few years of teaching can be a make-or-break season—and without the right support, too many teachers never get the chance to become who they were meant to be in the classroom.
With teacher turnover at an all-time high, mentoring is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s essential. New educators need more than a clipboard checklist or a monthly check-in. They need someone who’s been there—who understands what it feels like to pour everything into a class and still leave feeling like it wasn’t enough.
That’s where I come in.
Through high-impact mentoring and consulting, I work directly with schools to support first- and second-year teachers with tools, strategies, and consistent encouragement that helps them not only survive—but thrive. Whether it’s help with lesson planning, behavior management, classroom culture, or just having someone to debrief with after a tough day, I’m here to walk alongside your teachers with empathy and actionable advice that actually works.
What this Looks like
Small Group Mentoring Sessions
Monthly meetings with all first- and second-year teachers in your district or school. These sessions are focused on real-world challenges, celebrating small wins, and building practical strategies for success.
One-on-One Teacher Mentoring
Personalized sessions tailored to the needs of individual teachers. These conversations go deep—covering mindset, lesson planning, student engagement, time management, and anything else they need to feel supported.
On-Call Consulting & Support
Need help beyond the meetings? I also offer customized school consulting where I partner with leadership to regularly support teachers virtually or in person—checking in after tough days, helping plan engaging lessons, and serving as a sounding board for staff navigating today’s classroom climate.
Teacher Leader Development
Help your school’s rising stars grow into leaders. These sessions focus on building confidence, communication skills, and a culture of positive influence throughout your school community.
“CJ comes highly recommended for any school, district, or event."
It’s not easy to find a professional development speaker who combines real classroom credibility, a dynamic and engaging presentation style, and a message that not only inspires but also equips educators with practical, effective strategies they can immediately use. I’ve had the honor of seeing CJ Reynolds lead workshops, and he delivers on all of this—and more. Teachers leave reconnected to their passion, better prepared for the realities of today’s classroom, and, as an added bonus, laughing along the way. CJ comes highly recommended for any school, district, or event.
Dave Burgess, Author of Teach Like a Pirate
“He’s engaging, authentic, and shares practical ideas that actually work for connecting with students and improving classrooms."
CJ Reynolds is a great presenter and PD speaker. He’s engaging, authentic, and shares practical ideas that actually work for connecting with students and improving classrooms. What sets him apart is that he lives out what he teaches every day as a classroom teacher. If you want to give your staff some simple, effective ways to build relationships and manage their classrooms, CJ is a great choice!
Tyler Weinbrenner, Assistant Principal Hillsboro High School
“I feel like I learned more from this session than many many PDs and other sources. I'm feeling empowered to make a difference in my students' lives."
David, Teacher
“Every time I attend one of CJ's sessions, I leave both inspired and with ideas to implement right away."
CJ is exceptionally relatable, funny and engaging. Participants find themselves laughing, reflecting, and ready to create classrooms where all students feel valued and can thrive.
Allyson Apsey, Educational Leader, Author and National Speaker
“CJ's presentation is the ticket to re-engage educators to make small changes in their lessons to make teaching and learning relevant and meaningful.
CJ preaches the importance of relationships with students and their families as the catalyst for all learning. In addition, focusing on being relevant to his students in the classroom when teaching, CJ shares his unique ways to "sprinkle magic" on lessons to engage students and the learning important to students.
Tracey Pinter, 7th Grade Math Teacher and Department Head
“The most impactful part was the applicable, relatable, and USEABLE information. CJ is a current classroom teacher, so it’s clear he practices what he preaches."
Jacob Gunden, Social Studies Teacher
“I will bring a lot of these strategies into my classroom. I’ve been looking for ways to reach my more difficult students."
Ashley, Teacher
“As a veteran teacher, it was a great reminder of the magic that sometimes fades under the day-to-day grind."
Hillsboro High School, Teacher
“One of the most relatable and motivational presenters I’ve ever experienced at a PD."
Anonymous, GYTO Conference
“Amazing. Attention-grabbing and meaningful."
Breanna, Teacher
“Very few presenters give concrete help, CJ did."
Anonymous, GYTO Conference
“CJ provided several tools that I can and will immediately use in my classroom."
Anonymous, GYTO Conference
“Best session I’ve ever been to."
Anonymous, GYTO Conference
“I learned how to take interest in what my students are into and use that knowledge to integrate into my lessons."
Iretijoba Remi, Teacher
“I really enjoyed the keynote by CJ Reynolds. His strategies for engaging students and creating a positive classroom environment were practical and inspiring."
Evelyn, Teacher
“CJ helped revive my fire and reminded me why I became a teacher in the first place."
Bailey Kaufman, English Teacher
