Jorge Valenzuela

Jorge Valenzuela

Jorge Valenzuela, PhD, is a respected performance and education coach, author, and speaker at Lifelong Learning Defined. His mission is to empower educators to lead confidently and teach effectively. Dr. Valenzuela specializes in instructional innovation and action research and provides expert training in team building, core instruction, project-based learning (PBL), STEM pathways, entrepreneurship, life skills integration, and the purposeful use of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning.

He is a recent doctoral graduate of Old Dominion University in Virginia, where his research focused on integrating computational thinking into K–12 classroom instruction. His achievements were highlighted in a 2025 feature article by the university.

Dr. Valenzuela helps schools systematically enhance instructional practices and adopt innovative teaching strategies, including PBL and AI-enhanced instruction. He is a published researcher and author who also hosts the Lifelong Learning Defined podcast, sharing insights and strategies to inspire and support educators. He has been celebrated for his successes in an 2025 article by Old Dominion University.

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Presentations by Jorge Valenzuela

Instructional Leadership Coaching Strand

• Strategies for Creating Shared Agreements for School Teams
• Energize Solutions with Collaborative Problem Solving
• Meaningful Connections: Building a Cohesive School Team
• Conducting Learning Walks to Support Instructional Innovation
• Strategies for Providing Teachers Better Feedback*
• Strategies for Supporting Teachers During Times of Crisis
• A 5-Step Coaching Model for Instructional Innovation

Curriculum and Instruction Coaching Strand​

• 5 Key Building Blocks of Effective Core Instruction
• Building Confident Educators 101: The Art of Differentiating Instruction
• Instructional Alignment 101
• Boosting Critical Thinking across the Curriculum
• Using Effective Question Prompts to Improve Classroom Discussions
• 3 Ways to Activate Student Engagement

Project-Based Learning Coaching Strand

• Intro to PBL+: Bridging Academic and Personal Success
• PBL+ Intro (Half-Day Workshop)
• PBL+ Master Class (2-Day Workshop)
• PBL+ Environmental Science (2-Day Workshop)
• PBL+ STEM and Computer Science (2-Day Workshop)

Technology Integration, STEM & Computer Science Pathways Coaching Strand ​

• Learn to Yield the Power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Lesson Planning
• Tools for Activating STEM Projects in Any Class
• Tools for Activating Computational Thinking in Any Lesson
• Mastering Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Teachers

Life Skills and Wellness Coaching Strand

• Tools for Mastering Self Care for Educators
• A Blueprint for Restorative Conversations
• A Protocol to Encourage Positive Classroom Discussions
• Life Skills 101: Essential Tools for Students Facing Difficulties
• Empathy Mapping: A Tool for Connecting with Students*

Jorge’s Youth Coaching Strand

• Strategies for Youth to Align Passion and Purpose to Their Education
• A Blueprint for Receiving Mentorship
• Emotional Intelligence Skills for Personal and Social Competence
• Goal Setting (Personal and Professional)
• A Blueprint for Responsible Decision Making
• A Blueprint for Career Pathway Development
• A Blueprint for Financial Literacy