Unlock the full potential of IM® Math with professional learning delivered directly by Illustrative Mathematics. Our comprehensive packages provide expert-led support to strengthen instruction, deepen student engagement, and drive measurable success.
NEW! IM now delivers professional learning directly to schools and districts.
Join Your Fellow Educators and Discover the Difference with IM Professional Learning
Expert-Led
IM Certified® facilitators undergo rigorous training to lead teachers through critical instructional shifts that foster meaningful mathematical discussions and improve student outcomes.
Sustainable and Scalable
Sessions are tailored to meet educators where they are and develop their skills over time, providing actionable steps that teachers can implement immediately.
Curriculum-Based
IM’s research-based suite of professional tools ensures coherent, standards-based instruction within and across grade levels, and provides support targeting unique features and resources in the curriculum.
educators participated
IM Certified® Professional Learning events
states across the U.S. in 2024-2025
The community building I saw and the difference from the first day to the second day was humongous. Students were talking to each other, students were talking out loud. I didn’t know these students, and they didn’t know each other, and they were still willing to have conversations and make mistakes and try.”
Taylor Wiggins, Math Teacher
Syracuse City School District, New York
IM-Led Professional Learning
Illustrative Mathematics now delivers professional learning directly to schools and districts. Led by IM Certified facilitators—experienced educators who undergo rigorous training and ongoing development—our curriculum-based professional learning packages are designed to spark instructional shifts that increase engagement, support student growth, and improve outcomes. Offered on-site or virtually, each experience helps teachers, coaches, and leaders bring the IM vision to life in every classroom.
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IM Professional Learning Phases
Piloting and Making the Decision to Adopt
For schools and districts preparing to adopt IM Certified curricula in the upcoming school year
Establishes foundational practices for problem-based instruction
Introduces techniques for making student thinking visible
Teachers
- Establishing Instructional Routines
- Value Student Thinking (for grades 6–12)
Instructional Leaders
- Leading IM Implementation
- Curriculum Overview for School Leaders
Implementation Training
Designed for educators completing their first few years of implementation
Focuses on growth of knowledge, skills, and confidence in instructional practices and content
Offerings include exploration of leading implementation and equitable and accessible instruction
Teachers
- Teach & Learn
- Inviting All Students to Mathematics
- Enhancing Access with Universal Design for Learning
Instructional Leaders
- Coaching Problem-Based Teaching and Learning (8-part series)
- Observing in a Problem-Based Classroom
Supporting Teachers’ Continuing Growth
Ongoing deep study engages teachers and leaders as they learn to sustain implementation beyond the first few years
Builds local capacity for collaborative teacher learning
Uses problem-based curriculum and related resources to explore common problems of practice
Teachers
- Professional Learning Communities Planning and Rehearsing Routines
- Professional Learning Communities Planning in Response to Cool-downs
- Implementing the 5 Practices in the IM Curriculum
Instructional Leaders
- Five Practices Professional Learning Communities Facilitation Guide Launch for Leaders
I was feeling a bit lost with just reading my teacher guides in my classroom, but after this event I feel more at ease with how to approach the lesson and the materials/resources that are available. I’ve also learned new ways to keep the students engaged and guide their learning by using their own ideas and prior knowledge.”
3rd Grade Teacher
Illinois
IM Professional Learning Delivery Methods
Two ways to attend to suit your teachers’ needs, and 100% facilitated by IM Certified instructors with real-world classroom experience.
On-site
Full-day sessions on your school’s campus are led by an IM Certified facilitator.
In-person instruction offers opportunities for deep discussions and application.
On-site sessions are ideal for implementation launches and comprehensive workshops throughout the school year.
Virtual
Interactive sessions and flexible, grade-specific training demonstrate effective learning practices.
A diverse selection of highly experienced IM Certified facilitators is available nationwide.
Virtual sessions can be conveniently integrated into the teaching day.
IM Professional Learning is conducted by IM Certified Facilitators
Our facilitators undergo a rigorous, application-based qualification process and attend intensive, ongoing training to gain mastery in delivering impactful professional learning experiences designed to complement the IM Math curriculum. Our facilitators have backgrounds in education themselves, so your teachers are taught by experienced educators with real-world experience.
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IM-Led Professional Learning for School Districts
Districts and schools can now partner directly with Illustrative Mathematics to bring professional learning packages to their educators. Designed for large groups and led by IM Certified facilitators, these curriculum-based experiences deliver practical, high-quality support that translates into stronger teaching and better student outcomes.
Partner Academies for Individuals
Our IM Certified partners offer professional learning academies designed to meet the needs of educators at every stage. Whether you’re an individual teacher seeking targeted support, a school onboarding new staff, or a small group looking to grow together, these sessions provide practical, in-depth learning. Available as single sessions or short series, each academy ensures a high-quality, classroom-ready experience.
As a building principal, I very much appreciated the chance to attend this session along with my fellow administrators and math and special education team. I feel much more confident in my ability to work together with my math and special education team to build our expectations for planning, building communities, providing positive math experiences, and assessments.”
Middle School Principal
Wisconsin
Ready to Make a Difference in Your Students’ Learning?
Schedule professional learning directly with Illustrative Mathematics and equip your team with the skills and strategies to drive student engagement and achievement. Flexible packages are available to fit your needs—get started today!
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Read our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about IM Certified Professional Learning, including session formats, packages, and how to get started.
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