Wright also attributed the strong performance of Virginia students on the 2011 national science assessment to
professional development opportunities for teachers made possible through partnerships between school divisions and science education associations, state agencies and institutions of higher education.
Not exact matches
The real challenge lies in figuring out how to deliver relevant
development opportunities for teachers in order to help them with continues
professional development and training
for making best use of the blended learning environment and smoothing the transition process from traditional to blended classrooms.
By reviewing what is in place
for PD at the district and building level, district leaders have an
opportunity to
make adjustments and add supports to ensure that the
professional development provided to
teachers results in improved instructional practices and increased student achievement.
Using technology is part of the solution
for fostering school culture, engaging families, and
making professional development opportunities accessible
for teachers and principals.
Additionally, Renaissance Learning offers
professional development opportunities making it easier
for teachers to implement the programs into their classroom.
For example, if a large number of students are observed to be struggling, schools can use that information to make broader changes to service delivery or provide targeted professional development opportunities for teache
For example, if a large number of students are observed to be struggling, schools can use that information to
make broader changes to service delivery or provide targeted
professional development opportunities for teache
for teachers.
At the heart of their recommendations, compiled in two separate policy papers, are the following strategies: empowering principals and educators with more autonomy over staffing; leadership and coaching
opportunities for excellent
teachers; student - focused
professional development designed at the school site; direct investment in community engagement; and financial incentives to attract and keep
teachers making progress with their students (based on a multi-measured evaluation system) in hard - to - staff schools.
«We need to look at funding classroom supplies and
make improvements there, and we need to improve
professional development opportunities for teachers,» said Horn, in addition to other areas of education that are lacking in support.
The report identifies key elements of effective career continuums such as structured roles
for teacher leaders,
opportunities for release time and collaboration, compensation differentiation, peer coaching and evaluation, embedded
professional development, and structured
opportunities for teacher voice in decision
making.
According to Laura Cain, who has worked to implement the new system, the more regular schedule of assessment
makes it easier
for administrators to identify problem areas and
opportunities for teacher professional development.
Teachers will perform a full range of duties, including but not limited to: + Preparing / implementing lesson plans that lead to student mastery of curriculum content, including English Language
Development + Developing / implementing integrated curriculum units, differentiating and scaffolding as needed + Regularly assessing student progress to refine instruction and meet student needs + Participating regularly in professional development opportunities and collaborative meetings + Communicating frequently with students, students» families, colleagues and other stakeholders + Working closely with children and their families to promote personal growth and success + Maintaining regular, punctual attendance Applicants who possess the following skills will make the strongest candidates: + California Teaching Credential or equivalent, meeting all NCLB «highly qualified» standards + Social Science credential + CLAD / BCLAD certification (Spanish) + Demonstrated ability to implement varied classroom instructional strategies + Educational vision for and experience with low - income and / or minority students + Demonstrated track record with English language learners + Commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of students + Passion for working with children and their families + Bilingual (Spanish / English) To apply please send resume and letter of interest to: https://careers-caminonuevo.icims.com For more information www.caminonuevo.org and www.pueblonuevo.org * Camino Nuevo Charter Academy intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and
Development + Developing / implementing integrated curriculum units, differentiating and scaffolding as needed + Regularly assessing student progress to refine instruction and meet student needs + Participating regularly in
professional development opportunities and collaborative meetings + Communicating frequently with students, students» families, colleagues and other stakeholders + Working closely with children and their families to promote personal growth and success + Maintaining regular, punctual attendance Applicants who possess the following skills will make the strongest candidates: + California Teaching Credential or equivalent, meeting all NCLB «highly qualified» standards + Social Science credential + CLAD / BCLAD certification (Spanish) + Demonstrated ability to implement varied classroom instructional strategies + Educational vision for and experience with low - income and / or minority students + Demonstrated track record with English language learners + Commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of students + Passion for working with children and their families + Bilingual (Spanish / English) To apply please send resume and letter of interest to: https://careers-caminonuevo.icims.com For more information www.caminonuevo.org and www.pueblonuevo.org * Camino Nuevo Charter Academy intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and
development opportunities and collaborative meetings + Communicating frequently with students, students» families, colleagues and other stakeholders + Working closely with children and their families to promote personal growth and success + Maintaining regular, punctual attendance Applicants who possess the following skills will
make the strongest candidates: + California Teaching Credential or equivalent, meeting all NCLB «highly qualified» standards + Social Science credential + CLAD / BCLAD certification (Spanish) + Demonstrated ability to implement varied classroom instructional strategies + Educational vision
for and experience with low - income and / or minority students + Demonstrated track record with English language learners + Commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of students + Passion for working with children and their families + Bilingual (Spanish / English) To apply please send resume and letter of interest to: https://careers-caminonuevo.icims.com For more information www.caminonuevo.org and www.pueblonuevo.org * Camino Nuevo Charter Academy intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promoti
for and experience with low - income and / or minority students + Demonstrated track record with English language learners + Commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of students + Passion
for working with children and their families + Bilingual (Spanish / English) To apply please send resume and letter of interest to: https://careers-caminonuevo.icims.com For more information www.caminonuevo.org and www.pueblonuevo.org * Camino Nuevo Charter Academy intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promoti
for working with children and their families + Bilingual (Spanish / English) To apply please send resume and letter of interest to: https://careers-caminonuevo.icims.com
For more information www.caminonuevo.org and www.pueblonuevo.org * Camino Nuevo Charter Academy intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promoti
For more information www.caminonuevo.org and www.pueblonuevo.org * Camino Nuevo Charter Academy intends that all qualified persons shall have equal
opportunities for employment and promoti
for employment and promotion.
Principals noted a compelling need
for more adequate preparation and
professional development in specific leadership areas, such as how to manage the change process in the schools, evaluate
teachers» use of the new standards during instruction, align the school's instructional focus,
make key decisions on the best types of
professional development to support
teachers, and develop extended learning
opportunities to sufficiently address CCSS implementation.