Netter, Catherine

Contact

City: College Station
County: Brazos
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Preferred communication: Email

Education

Years of experience in Adult Education: 21+ years

Adult Education Experience (with roles and length of times in those roles):
Statewide Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) professional development as a TCALL Professional Development Center Specialist (2025-Present) Training design, facilitation, train-the-trainer, in-person PD delivery, and technical assistance as a TCALL Professional Development Center Specialist (2025-Present) National training facilitation for adult professionals, agencies, colleges, school districts, nonprofits, and govern agencies as Contracted Training Specialist (2022-Present) Instruction in systems analysis, equity frameworks, implicit bias, and organizational change as a Contracted Training Specialist & Consultant (2022-Present) Scenario-based, competency-driven adult instruction & curriculum development, assessment, and performance evaluation as an Adjunct CJ Instructor (2022-Present) Design and delivery of adult learning programs and leadership development as a Lead Consultant (2020-Present) Organizational training, cultural literacy, and workforce education as a Lead Consultant (2020-Present) Adult learning theory, instruction certification, leadership, curriculum design as an Adjunct CJ Instructor & Evaluator (2002-2018) State-level adult instruction, instructor evaluator, curriculum review, and instructional quality assurance as an Adjunct CJ Instructor (2002-2018) Detention Officer Certification Course (DOCC) and associate degree Courses as an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor (2002-2018)

Formal Degrees, Certifications, and Licenses: M.S. in Adult Education (North Carolina A&T State University) -2003 B.A. in Political Science (North Carolina A&T State University) -1993

Training Preferences

How far are you willing to travel to provide training?: More than 300 miles

Are you willing to do virtual training?: Yes

Availability:

• Monday : All Day
• Tuesday : All Day
• Wednesday : All Day
• Thursday : All Day
• Friday : All Day
• Saturday : All Day
• Sunday : All Day

Availability Notes:

Area of Expertise

• Adult Learning : 20-24 years
• Classroom Management : 20-24 years
• Adult Literacy : Less than 5 years
• Employability Skills : 20-24 years
• Instructional Strategies : 20-24 years
• Leadership : 20-24 years
• Learner Motivation : 20-24 years
• Multilevel Instruction : 20-24 years
• Recruitment : 20-24 years
• Retention : 20-24 years
• Special Learning Needs : 20-24 years
• Communication : 20-24 years
• Workplace Literacy : 20-24 years
• Social Studies Instruction : 10-14 years

Other Topics:
Cultural Literacy (15 years)

Training Already Developed

Title	Delivery	Training Time	Can training time be adjusted?	Subject Area	Description
Mastering Communication for Workplace Success	Face-to-face	1.5 hours	Yes	Adult Learning	This interactive course focuses on building effective communication skills through practical application and reflection. Participants will explore the differences between one-way and two-way communication through an active listening exercise, highlighting why two-way communication leads to better understanding and outcomes. The course examines key strategies for improving communication, explains transferable communication skills, and distinguishes between hard skills and soft skills with real-world examples. Learners will also engage in a hands-on activity to demonstrate how hard and soft skills are applied in workplace scenarios, strengthening their ability to communicate clearly and effectively across settings.
Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies for Justice-Involved Learners	Face-to-face	1 hour	Yes	Accessibility	This course equips adult educators with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to create trauma‑informed and trauma‑responsive learning environments, particularly for justice‑involved learners. Participants will examine how trauma affects adult learning, behavior, and academic performance, and identify common classroom triggers and stressors that may impact engagement and success. The course explores how instructional routines, classroom policies, and physical environments can unintentionally create barriers to learning. Educators will distinguish between trauma‑informed, trauma‑responsive, and punitive approaches, emphasizing best practices aligned with adult education principles. Through practical examples and demonstrations, participants will integrate trauma‑informed instructional strategies, practice trauma‑responsive techniques that promote emotional safety and focus, and contrast punitive versus restorative communication methods to support positive learner outcomes.
Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Teaching Justice-Involved Individuals	Virtual	1 hour	Yes	Accessibility	This session will equip teachers with practical insights and instructional strategies to create safe, supportive, and impactful learning experiences for justice-involved learners. Essential safety tips and classroom management techniques tailored to secure environments will be presented. Challenges or barriers to learning will be identified, such as limited resources, stigma, and instructional constraints. Understanding the student’s background, needs, and unique context will allow participants to examine the educational influence of reintegration and reducing recidivism. Participants will explore foundational approaches that foster engagement and respect while gaining practical methods of delivering effective, inclusive instruction in correctional education programs.
Bridging the Gap: Supporting Workforce Reentry for Justice-Involved Learners	Virtual	1 hour	Yes	Accessibility	Ready to make a real impact? This dynamic training dives into the unique challenges justice-involved individuals face when reentering the workforce—and equips you with actionable strategies to help them thrive. You’ll explore the realities of open vs. closed communities, uncover the barriers to successful reintegration, and learn proven techniques to overcome workforce challenges. Discover why skill building, strong support networks, and self-advocacy are game-changers—and how promoting goal setting and resource access can transform lives. Join us to become a catalyst for opportunity and help bridge the gap to unlock potential for justice-involved workers.