Who we are
CultivatED Innovations is dedicated to advancing literacy education across Oregon. With a specialized focus on the state’s Early Literacy Framework for grades K-5 and the Adolescent Literacy Framework for grades 6-12, we provide expert-led workshops and coaching for teachers and educational leaders.
Our mission is to support school districts and Education Service Districts in strengthening literacy plans, enhancing instructional practices, and ensuring that all learners — especially those who have been historically underrepresented — receive the high-quality education they deserve. Through strategic guidance and tailored professional development, CultivatED Innovations empowers educators with the tools and knowledge needed to implement effective, research-based literacy instruction.
Amy Amato Jackson, Ed.D.
Amy Amato Jackson, Ed.D., is an experienced educational leader dedicated to advancing equity and student achievement through data-driven strategies. With a focus on curriculum design, literacy instruction, and professional development, she has held key leadership roles, including Lead Academic Writer, Researcher, and Executive Coach for American Reading Company and Director of Elementary Schools and Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Reynolds School District. Amy's work includes deep study of the science of reading, the development of K-12 literacy frameworks, K-8 math frameworks, district-wide instructional initiatives such as AVID, the Talented and Gifted program, and data analysis in an MTSS framework to support school improvement. She has contributed to multiple state educational projects, with focus on early childhood literacy and scaling up MTSS initiatives.
Amy is an adjunct professor at the University of Portland, where she earned a Doctor of Education degree with a dual focus on neuroeducation and literacy. She has published research on the Independent Reading Level Assessment and its impact on student achievement, and validity studies focused on formative assessment tools. She is committed to fostering inclusive, engaging learning environments and driving sustainable growth through collaboration with educators, administrators, and the community.
As the founder of CultivatED Innovations, Amy is focused on supporting educators in Oregon as they ensure alignment with Oregon’s Early Literacy and Adolescent Literacy Frameworks and the sciences of reading, writing, and learning. Operating with flexibility, she adapts to the unique needs of each client while maintaining a focus on research-based, equity-driven instruction.