Sentences with phrase «local professional development needs»

However, we believe it would be inefficient to mandate that every teacher receive intensive individualized coaching when other local professional development needs may need to be met.

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It sends teams of volunteer health professionals to carry out disaster relief, long - term development and community health programs with local partners, ships millions in humanitarian aid to countries around the world, and provides mobile dental care to those in need in the US.

Local Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) boards hired ECMH consultants to work with providers serving children with high needs and to support early childhood professionals use of standards and assessments related to social and emotional development and approaches toward learning.

The key points from each strand are highlighted as follows: Early Identification and support • Early identification of need: health and development review at 2/2.5 years • Support in early years from health professionals: greater capacity from health visiting services • Accessible and high quality early years provision: DfE and DfH joint policy statement on the early years; tickell review of EYFS; free entitlement of 15 hours for disadvantaged two year olds • A new approach to statutory assessment: education, health and care plan to replace statement • A more efficient statutory assessment process: DoH to improve the provision and timeliness of health advice; to reduce time limit for current statutory assessment process to 20 weeks Giving parent's control • Supporting families through the system: a continuation of early support resources • Clearer information for parents: local authorities to set out a local offer of support; slim down requirements on schools to publish SEN information • Giving parents more control over support and funding for their child: individual budget by 2014 for all those with EHC plan • A clear choice of school: parents will have rights to express a preference for a state - funded school • Short breaks for carers and children: a continuation in investment in short breaks • Mediation to resolve disagreements: use of mediation before a parent can register an appeal with the Tribunal

Before tackling the most significant school challenges, schools need to build their own local resource expertise in the model of a professional learning community that builds competence and networking regarding school culture and climate and social - emotional and character development.

Federal law in postsecondary education must also be a robust source of support for local innovation, research, and implementation of strategies designed to improve teacher and principal effectiveness and include: Evidence - based preparation and professional development; Evidence - based evaluation systems that include, in part, student performance; Alternative certification programs that meet workforce needs; State and school district flexibility regarding credentials for small and / or rural schools, special education programs, English learners and specialized programs such as science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics; and Locally - determined compensation and teacher and principal assignment policies.

What practical, local professional development strategies come to mind for (a) evaluating current levels of assessment literacy and (b) meeting whatever professional development needs these evaluations uncover?

Responsible for advocating on behalf of school superintendents, and assisting with their professional development needs, the organization's primary source of funding comes from the dues that local school districts pay so that their superintendents, assistant superintendents and other «central office administrative personnel» can be part of CAPSS.

This training or professional development should include, but not limited to, classes offered by the division, courses at a local university or college, conference attendance, and options tailored to meet the needs of the specific educator or group of educators.

Our primary commitment is to help education leaders plan comprehensive professional development programs that are customized to local needs and that build collaborative inquiry and data literacy skills across all stakeholders in a school or district.

According to Section 2122 (c) of Title II - A of the Every Students Succeeds Act, a local education agency «shall conduct an assessment of local needs for professional development and hiring, as identified by the local educational agency and school staff.»

We need one, and actually, the solution is simple enough: If Governor Brown is serious, as it seems he is, about valuing local control and local decision - making, then the goal of state policy should be to foster a vibrant and locally - responsive set of service providers that can provide ongoing professional development, coaching, and support to schools and districts.

Cheryl Lemke and Jody Britten facilitate professional development around the globe working to make each experience supportive of local goals and address unique and individual needs.

Her primary responsibilities include providing for state and local education agency clients» technical assistance and professional development needs as requested per her content specializations.

Awards are based on state personnel development plans that identify and address state and local needs for the preparation and professional development of personnel who serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or children with disabilities, as well as individuals who provide direct supplementary aids and services to children with disabilities.

Nearly 200 teachers, most of whom possess National Board Certification, take what they learn back to their own districts to support their colleagues in implementing the new California Standards for English Language Arts / English Language Development and Mathematics and the Next Generation Science Standards.51 Each ILC member receives a $ 2,000 stipend upon fulfillment of commitments.52 This model of teacher - led professional development leverages the expertise of exemplary teachers by training them to share best practices, which are immediately relevant and responsive to state and lDevelopment and Mathematics and the Next Generation Science Standards.51 Each ILC member receives a $ 2,000 stipend upon fulfillment of commitments.52 This model of teacher - led professional development leverages the expertise of exemplary teachers by training them to share best practices, which are immediately relevant and responsive to state and ldevelopment leverages the expertise of exemplary teachers by training them to share best practices, which are immediately relevant and responsive to state and local needs.

Members overwhelmingly preferred local assessments, teacher observations, and other means of determining the need for professional development, instructional modifications, or stronger adherence to curriculum.

Also similar to the way local educators have responded to the need for curriculum development, large proportions of districts report that teachers themselves are developing and providing Common Core - aligned professional development.33

We work with system leaders to tailor the program to meet their unique needs and identify the instructional leaders and local professional development providers who may best benefit from the program.

It is understandable why federal, state, and local education policy makers may have concluded that academically weak teachers need to know more about the subject they teach and / or the way to teach those subjects and therefore have voted to spend a fortune on professional development.

equitable federal, state, and local funding is needed to provide quality principal preparation and ongoing professional development programs for principals; and

They might view this specific challenge as the impetus for initiating something they had long intended to do, such as restructure the instructional coaching positions to ensure that new teachers are provided needed professional development, initiate a peer - mentoring program, or kick - start the new year by asking a local organization to provide funds for a team - building retreat for the newly constituted faculty.

Address the professional development needs of these teachers with Local Control Funding Formula dollars.

Modern Fuel aims to meet the professional development needs of emerging and mid-career artists, while providing for local artists exhibition opportunities and dialogue with visiting national and international artists.

Juried exhibitions meet the professional development needs of local artists at varying levels of experience by giving them an opportunity to be exhibited in a professional, supportive and critical framework.

Spacious studios, studio visits, field trips artists» talks, exhibitions, Open Studios, and other public programming are designed to offer essential professional development and access to international and local networks, in addition to the time, space, and other resources artists need to dedicate to their projects and studio practice in New York.

Business Development Manager — New Thought Solutions, Redmond, WA — 6 / 2011 - Present • Drive strategic sales growth in international software markets • Create tactical plans to target key customer demographics in the SMB sector • Guide and mentor a team of 12 sales and business development professionals • Forge and nurture relationships with C - level influencers in client organizations • Negotiate contract deals for software implementation and licensing • Evaluate target markets to identify new business opportunities and untapped revenue streams • Consult with senior management at HQ to provide insights on future business direction • Propel revenues from $ 120K in 2011 to $ 43M in 2016 by expanding into new markets • Secure a 72 percent market share in Brazil by rebranding software products for local needs • Recognized an underserved market in the consulting sector, and opened initial relationships to land 14 new client accounts witDevelopment Manager — New Thought Solutions, Redmond, WA — 6 / 2011 - Present • Drive strategic sales growth in international software markets • Create tactical plans to target key customer demographics in the SMB sector • Guide and mentor a team of 12 sales and business development professionals • Forge and nurture relationships with C - level influencers in client organizations • Negotiate contract deals for software implementation and licensing • Evaluate target markets to identify new business opportunities and untapped revenue streams • Consult with senior management at HQ to provide insights on future business direction • Propel revenues from $ 120K in 2011 to $ 43M in 2016 by expanding into new markets • Secure a 72 percent market share in Brazil by rebranding software products for local needs • Recognized an underserved market in the consulting sector, and opened initial relationships to land 14 new client accounts witdevelopment professionals • Forge and nurture relationships with C - level influencers in client organizations • Negotiate contract deals for software implementation and licensing • Evaluate target markets to identify new business opportunities and untapped revenue streams • Consult with senior management at HQ to provide insights on future business direction • Propel revenues from $ 120K in 2011 to $ 43M in 2016 by expanding into new markets • Secure a 72 percent market share in Brazil by rebranding software products for local needs • Recognized an underserved market in the consulting sector, and opened initial relationships to land 14 new client accounts within a month

Emergency / Project Coordination — Duties & Responsibilities Coordinate all logistical and organizational aspects of emergency response activities, including personnel, procedural execution, equipment deployment, and situational assessments Interact with individuals and victims in a professional manner to ease the experience, educate the public, and promote the development of quality support relationships within the local and regional community Act as a liaison between staff members, management, and other parties to maintain a high - quality collaborative relationships, driving program success and sustainability while ensuring rapid response to crisis Present relevant information and instruction to both staff members during training and victims during crisis, providing thorough explanation an demonstration to allow individuals to grasp important concepts Managed and supervise staff in a manner which drives efficiency, promotes safety, and utilizes each individual to the highest capacity Perform needs - based issue and situational assessments to improve operational efficiency, manage expenses, and ensure critical execution during difficult and complex emergency situations Support other members of the leadership team to facilitate efficient logistical and organizational operations, performing important administrative tasks and analytical assignments Maintain a strong technical knowledge of and passion for emergency management techniques, appropriate policies and procedures, response methods, and other relevant information Address important queries from all sources, resolving them in an expedited and complete manner

Professional Experience American Red Cross (Douglasville, GA) 11/2007 — Present Communications Manager • Lead the strategic direction and implementation of all public relations and communication functions to achieve American Red Cross Blood Services collection goals and organizational objectives • Collaborate with Chapter counterparts to promote a singular American Red Cross image and messaging throughout the state • Develop viable communications plan to assure effective community awareness of critical need for donations • Produce market communications and develop media outreach initiatives, including press releases, media inquiries, and special project updates, to ensure image and brand consistency • Author and edit scripts, presentations, and speeches for use by senior - level organization executives • Establish partnership within the community to enhance awareness of the blood donation program while leveraging key relationships with local - and state - level media professionals • Develop and implement an annual public relations and communications budget to ensure self - sufficiency and utilize financial resources in an efficient manner • Execute and supervise all staff - related functions including hiring, training, evaluation, and career development to create a well - qualified team and enhance operational success • Plan and implement employee award and recognition programs to honor milestone achievements, customer service excellence, and the accomplishment of national initiatives • Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures, Safety Quality Identity Potency Purity (SQUIPP), the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and all other applicable federal, state, and local entities

Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator — Duties & Responsibilities Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Develop and implement comprehensive marketing campaigns and all collateral materials Proficient in copywriting, editing, and digital photography Responsible for business development through corporate and community partnerships Build and strengthen professional relationships with community leaders, business partners, and coworkers Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity in television and radio interviews Conduct public relations activities and attend relevant events, fairs, and conferences Coordinate and participate in charitable events in service of the local community Perform research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Make cold calls in a courteous, yet assertive manner that translates to sales results Maintain records of site visits to potential and existing clients to assist in assessing their future needs Consistently exceed location revenue goals through effective marketing and sales tactics Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Study internal literature to become an expert on products, corporate history, and mission Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Perform administrative tasks including filing, data entry, phones, and other tasks as needed Set and strictly adhere to budgets and schedules

The local coalitions undertake community needs assessments; develop plans and priorities for the early childhood system; provide professional development; build capacity, infrastructure, and communication; focus on sustainability; and support the implementation and integration of home visiting programs within the early childhood system.

Key activities included: a) literature reviews of evidence - based practices, b) what works: briefs on evidence - based practices, c) ongoing identification of training needs of Head Start and childcare providers and training and technical assistance providers, d) development of training materials on evidence based practices, e) establishment of Partners in Excellence; in which Head Start and childcare training and technical assistance providers work with the Center faculty to assist local programs in implementing evidence - based practices, f) creation of Center fellowships in which professionals from Head Start and childcare (either direct service providers or training and technical assistance providers) are recruited into graduate programs at one of the participating universities to earn a degree and to work on the proposed project, and g) establishment of partnerships with major professional organizations to ensure the widespread dissemination of the information developed by the Center.

The goals and activities of the Center were designed to strengthen the capacity of childcare agencies and Head Start to improve outcomes for young children and their families through: a) a focus on promoting the social emotional development of children as a means for preventing challenging behaviors, b) a comprehensive, culturally sensitive approach that is inclusive of and responsive to the needs of programs, families, other professionals, and communities, c) the dissemination of evidence - based practices: d) the ongoing identification of the training needs and preferred delivery formats of local programs and training and technical assistance providers, and e) collaboration with existing training and technical assistance providers for the purpose of ensuring the implementation and sustainability of practices at the local level.