About Andrea "Fitz" Fitzgerald
Andrea “Fitz” Fitzgerald is a senior manager of instructional leadership with Leading Educators, where she partners with school systems to strengthen instructional practices, develop teacher leaders, and improve student outcomes. She has supported significant gains in student achievement, including helping move 90% of partner schools off state priority lists and leading professional learning that resulted in measurable growth in math. Fitz is known for designing interactive, high-impact professional development that blends data-driven strategy with practical, easy-to-implement approaches.
As the author of The Rookie’s Playbook for New Teachers and founder of Mental Fitzness, she brings a dynamic, motivational style to her work, equipping educators with the mindsets, systems, and strategies needed to succeed from day one. A proud product of Memphis-Shelby County Schools and an alum of Carson Newman College, Fitz draws on her background as a former athlete and NBA staff member to infuse her training with energy, teamwork, and a relentless focus on results.
As the author of The Rookie’s Playbook for New Teachers and founder of Mental Fitzness, she brings a dynamic, motivational style to her work, equipping educators with the mindsets, systems, and strategies needed to succeed from day one. A proud product of Memphis-Shelby County Schools and an alum of Carson Newman College, Fitz draws on her background as a former athlete and NBA staff member to infuse her training with energy, teamwork, and a relentless focus on results.
"My professional goal is to support leaders in building their confidence and self-efficacy to better support students in the classroom and beyond."
