Helping Families and Educators Reimagine Learning at Home and in School
I believe learning should be rooted in play, rest, and curiosity. Guided by unschooling principles and my experience of neurodivergence, I offer tools and resources that help families and educators reimagine education at home, in microschools, and in community spaces.
SERVICES
How Can I Help You?
-
Parents
I teach parents who are considering or already homeschooling, or homeschooled in the past by providing special education advocacy, structure, social-emotional (SEL) tools, and allergy-safe practices that make learning sustainable and joyful.
-
Teachers & School Leaders
I coach teachers and school leaders to strengthen their classrooms, curriculum, and behavior management through Responsive Classroom methods, Zones of Regulation, whole math, play, and social justice–focused training.
-
Entrepreneurs
I mentor parents, leaders, and entrepreneurs to explore and design microschools, including future pathways through my brand Cavéa Learning, with guidance rooted in equity and innovation.
Meet Calvin Eaton, M.S.
I am neurodivergent and disabled
I am a polymath
I am an educator with over 13 years of experience in independent, public, charter, unschooling, and university settings
I studied at RIT and graduated with a Bachelors and Masters degree in Hospitality and Service Management and Health Systems Administration respectively
I received my teacher training from The New Teacher Project (TNTP) & Middle Tennessee State University
As an educator, my content area specialties include special education, English Language Arts, social emotional learning, and American history.
I am a scholar of African-American history, disability rights, herbalism, and food and nutrition
My passions include being creative through writing, cooking, and baking
I love to read
You’ll often find me reading, writing, teaching, or reimagining a world that is equitable and accessible for all.
Fun Fact: I live gluten-free, wrote a gluten-free cookbook, and founded a health-tech brand, The Gluten Free Chef.
"We have been extremely impressed and grateful for Calvin's dedication as a teacher to all his students, including our son Dominic. Calvin goes above and beyond to support each student individually. He implements learning strategies tailored to Dominic's needs, attends learning seminars, and recommends resources for ADHD support. Calvin ensures the classroom is a safe learning space for everyone and holds students accountable for their behavior. His impact on our family has been profound, and we are grateful Dom had him as a teacher." — Libbie and Trevor Dimarco, Parents | Victor, NY
Featured Essays
What I Do
-
I specialize in supporting neurodivergent students in grades 1-6 and their caregivers, equipping them with tools and resources to help them academically and socially thrive. My services include one-on-one tutoring with personalized educational strategies, focusing on English Language Arts (ELA), reading, writing, and targeted support for students with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
-
As a bibliophile and scholar, I am passionate about understanding the past as a vital foundation for responding to the present and envisioning a more equitable future. My scholarship delves deeply into African American history, the systemic roots of anti-Black racism, housing justice, sustainability, herbalism disability rights, and food and nutrition
-
I create engaging, thought-provoking content that inspires, educates, and sparks meaningful conversations across diverse audiences. As a writer, I use essays, copywriting, multimedia projects, and storytelling to synthesize complex topics with clarity and depth. My goal is to challenge perspectives, share valuable insights, and provide actionable knowledge that empowers individuals and communities to drive positive change.
-
I work with artists, creative professional, and parents to create impactful, sustainable change. I offer tailored educational support, including tutoring, SEL tools, behavior interventions, and IEP/504 coaching. I also collaborate with founders and brands to develop innovative campaigns and projects, focusing on authenticity, creativity, and meaningful connections.
-
As a creative visionary and entrepreneur, I have founded two successful businesses from the ground up: 540WMain, Inc., a nonprofit organization that I grew to a budget of over $500,000 without outside capital or investment, and The Gluten Free Chef , which I developed into a leading health and wellness brand for people who live gluten-free. Driven by a passion for accessibility, creativity, and community, I seamlessly integrate these values into every aspect of my work.