Sentences with phrase «professional members of the school staff»

The school library media specialists believe that selection is a continuous and cooperative process involving all professional members of the school staff teachers, school library media specialist - subject to the approval of the Supervisor of Library Services and the school principal.

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Each year, our 60 faculty and staff members work with more than 6 intern teachers, 25 student teachers, researchers, and visitors to perform the major functions associated to Laboratory Schools: the development of innovative practices in education, research, the preparation of new teachers, professional development for practicing teachers, and the education of children using best established principles of education.

But it would not be feasible to simply add this role on to existing jobs — school and district leaders would need to consider other duties to remove from the plate of those professional staff members who serve as liaisons.

After visiting the schools, Gustafson reported that all four — each an independent «mom - and - pop» operation with no links to national groups — faced a host of challenges, including strained budgets, low enrollments, curriculum problems, inexperienced staff, weak professional development for teachers, and board members ignorant of testing and other academic essentials.

Whole - school commitment: All staff are required to participate in the process, which involves being an active member of a professional learning team focused on understanding student data and improving instruction.

But MNPS expects this to be a more robust experience as they train under a school's highest - performing educators, participating fully as members of the core instructional staff in planning, professional learning communities, and teaching.

As a result each member of staff and their line manager will have an in - depth, contextualised understanding of their professional development needs, which can then be fed upwards to identify trends and ensure a balance between whole school and individual development needs — all the while maintaining a focus on the specific and varied needs of students across the school.

The school offers a lot of professional development for staff members involving reading and math instruction.

23 - 27 — Professional development: «Total Quality Transformation: Train - the - Trainer,» conference, sponsored by the American Association of School Administrators — National Academy for School Executives, for staff members and others involved in leading total quality efforts at the school, district, or state level, to be held at the Mark Hopkins Inter-Contintental Hotel in San Francisco, CSchool Administrators — National Academy for School Executives, for staff members and others involved in leading total quality efforts at the school, district, or state level, to be held at the Mark Hopkins Inter-Contintental Hotel in San Francisco, CSchool Executives, for staff members and others involved in leading total quality efforts at the school, district, or state level, to be held at the Mark Hopkins Inter-Contintental Hotel in San Francisco, Cschool, district, or state level, to be held at the Mark Hopkins Inter-Contintental Hotel in San Francisco, Calif..

We do this through professional learning within the school, including our aspiring leaders program, which I lead and currently has 15 staff members at varying stages of their careers.

Initially, run and staffed by mums and dads, school committees, volunteers and members of parent - teacher associations, before and after school care programs are now required by law to be staffed with childcare trained and qualified professionals with current first aid certificates and anaphylaxis training.

Since many out - of - school programs face limited funding and their staff members tend to be young, part - time workers who rarely commit to the job for long, providing high - quality, cost - effective professional development can be a challenge.

A sixth is that members of staff constantly challenge their existing knowledge base by engaging in professional development, reading and sharing journals and magazines like this one, and visiting the classes, and schools, of colleagues in their professional network.

I think it's particularly important, there's a domain to do with professional learning and that gives schools a very good idea of «the extent to which staff members feel that, as a result of working in this school I am improving my teaching».

Schools and academies are being asked to sign up to the charter which pledges to give teachers: - A fair and reasonable workload - High - quality training and professional development opportunities that meet the needs of individual members of staff - Competitive and attractive pay and rewards packages - Prohibiting the use of «probationary period» contracts in Schools and academies are being asked to sign up to the charter which pledges to give teachers: - A fair and reasonable workload - High - quality training and professional development opportunities that meet the needs of individual members of staff - Competitive and attractive pay and rewards packages - Prohibiting the use of «probationary period» contracts in schoolsschools

If you're not capitalizing on the expertise of members of your school's teaching team, your staff is missing out on the most effective professional development around.

Randi Weingarten is president of the more than 1.4 - million - member American Federation of Teachers, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school - related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; and local, state and federal employees.

RANDI WEINGARTEN is president of the 1.7 million - member American Federation of Teachers, AFL - CIO, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school - related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators.

As the ELA Instructional Coach, you will work with the Middle School Director to ensure each member of the instructional staff for grades 6 - 8 is receiving the coaching, mentoring, observation, training and support they need to help their professional development and improve the learning environment in their classrooms.

The Local Wellness Committee will represent all school levels (elementary and secondary schools) and include (to the extent possible), but not be limited to: parents and caregivers; students; representatives of the school nutrition program (e.g., school nutrition director); physical education teachers; health education teachers; school health professionals (e.g., health education teachers, school health services staff (e.g., nurses, physicians, dentists, health educators, and other allied health personnel who provide school health services), and mental health and social services staff (e.g., school counselors, psychologists, social workers, or psychiatrists); school administrators (e.g., superintendent, principal, vice principal); school board members; health professionals (e.g., dietitians, doctors, nurses, dentists); and the general public.

These measures include a Baseline Measure (with customized forms for educators, students and community members); an online Survey of Professional Interactions for school staff; and an online Survey of Organizational Capacity for professProfessional Interactions for school staff; and an online Survey of Organizational Capacity for professionalprofessional staff.

Each school district must and a state supported public school or a private school may develop and maintain a system by which members of the instructional staff may demonstrate mastery of professional education competence as required by law.

The Department of Education shall develop and each school district may provide a cohesive competency - based professional development certification program by which members of a school district's instructional staff may satisfy the mastery of professional preparation and education competence requirements specified in this subsection and rules of the State Board of Education.

These include respect for every member of the school community; «an upbeat, welcoming, solution - oriented, no - blame, professional environment;» and efforts to involve staff and students in a variety of activities, many of them schoolwide.12

Additionally, such experiences help the teacher candidates realize that «schools, as professional communities, are made up of numerous persons in various roles: students, parents, administrators, professional and non-professional support staff and other teachers in the schools as well as members of the professional community at large» (p. 659).

These goals serve as the primary tenants for advancing the high school renewal work to: 1) establish system coherence by aligning central office and site programs, and accelerating student learning by leveraging and expanding knowledge and skills among staff, parents, and community members; 2) improve the quality of instructional leadership by providing ongoing professional development for school leaders; 3) improve the quality of teaching throughout the district through embedded professional development; 4) increase student engagement in the learning process by personalizing learning environments to build on student interests; 5) increase community involvement in schools by giving principals ownership of the change process, expanding student voice, and bringing parents and students into the school renewal process.

As a member of the Office of Principal Preparation and Development, she served as a mentor for new principals, assisting in training school staff, creating professional development activities, and guiding school improvement planning activities for academic advancement.

Professional / staff development — Training for teachers, principals, superintendents, administrative staff, local school board members and Board of Education members designed to enhance student achievement and is required by the Standards of Quality.

Those characteristics that seem to show up in all the findings include high expectations for students, a safe and orderly school climate, frequent assessment of student progress, parental involvement, collaboration among faculty and staff members, and focused and sustained professional development.

Professional development under Title IIA for public and private school staff members must focus on the promotion of academic achievement in one of the core content areas of English, reading or language arts, math, science, foreign languages, civics and government, economics, arts, history, geography and social studies.

Nominators must serve in any of the following roles: an ASCD Board member; ASCD Affiliate executive director, president, or president - elect; Connected Community leader; Professional Interest Community facilitator; Student Chapter Faculty Advisor; member of the Leadership Council; Outstanding Young Educator Award Program cadre member; Emerging Leader; primary contact for a Healthy School Community site or First Amendment School; or ASCD staff.

The district Common Core team designed and led professional development during the summers to equip school - level teams of 12 — 15 staff members to communicate Common Core standards and practices in site - based workshops.

Randi Weingraten is president of the 1.5 million - member American Federation of Teachers, AFL - CIO, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school - related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators.

According to the Vermont Department of Education, there were 8,764 full - time teachers and an additional 10,599 professional staff members working in the state's 250 public schools in 2010.

All public charter schools are subject to state laws regarding professional licensure for school staff, though in public charter schools, such staff members are at - will employees of the school.

Our outstanding staff members are provided with unmatched opportunities for rewarding professional growth, possess exceptional professionalism, and embrace our school's belief that all students, regardless of economic status or family structure, are entitled to learn in a system that gives them the best chance for success.

PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 5, 2012 Many school staff members have expressed a desire to volunteer at a shelter or other organized relief effort for Hurricane Sandy instead of attending the professional development activities at their school.

Grant recipients use funds to help close the gap between student and staff member ratios, reduce the number of disciplinary referrals in schools, and support other project - specific goals, including: strategies to improve attendance and achievement, counselor and teacher professional development, social skills development, and initiatives that foster community - based organization involvement to provide mental health services.

Not only am I a professional when it comes to cleaning school buildings, but I am also exceptionally well - versed in handling a wide variety of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting work, my focus being prioritizing of work orders, and safety of staff members and students.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Grand Bay, AL (6/2010 to Present) School Administrator • Act as a first point of contact by welcoming new student, parents and visitors • Provide information regarding the school system, curriculum and enrollment requirements • Assist in developing academic programs and creating instructional resources for teachers to use in class • Train, encourage and mentor staff members and teachers and oversee their progress • Supervise teachers to ensure delivery of instruction in accordance to school curriculum • Confer with parents to provide them with feedback on their child's academic, personal, physical and emotional wellbeing • Prepare budgets on an annual basis and ensure that they are adhered to during each financial year • Coordinate efforts with vendors and suppliers to ensure that school supplies and equipment are purchased / procured in a timely manner • Formulate mission statements and ensure that all staff members work according to them • Establish performance goals and objectives and mentor staff members to work towards achieving them • Direct school maintenance services to ensure a consistently safe and clean school envirSchool Administrator • Act as a first point of contact by welcoming new student, parents and visitors • Provide information regarding the school system, curriculum and enrollment requirements • Assist in developing academic programs and creating instructional resources for teachers to use in class • Train, encourage and mentor staff members and teachers and oversee their progress • Supervise teachers to ensure delivery of instruction in accordance to school curriculum • Confer with parents to provide them with feedback on their child's academic, personal, physical and emotional wellbeing • Prepare budgets on an annual basis and ensure that they are adhered to during each financial year • Coordinate efforts with vendors and suppliers to ensure that school supplies and equipment are purchased / procured in a timely manner • Formulate mission statements and ensure that all staff members work according to them • Establish performance goals and objectives and mentor staff members to work towards achieving them • Direct school maintenance services to ensure a consistently safe and clean school envirschool system, curriculum and enrollment requirements • Assist in developing academic programs and creating instructional resources for teachers to use in class • Train, encourage and mentor staff members and teachers and oversee their progress • Supervise teachers to ensure delivery of instruction in accordance to school curriculum • Confer with parents to provide them with feedback on their child's academic, personal, physical and emotional wellbeing • Prepare budgets on an annual basis and ensure that they are adhered to during each financial year • Coordinate efforts with vendors and suppliers to ensure that school supplies and equipment are purchased / procured in a timely manner • Formulate mission statements and ensure that all staff members work according to them • Establish performance goals and objectives and mentor staff members to work towards achieving them • Direct school maintenance services to ensure a consistently safe and clean school envirschool curriculum • Confer with parents to provide them with feedback on their child's academic, personal, physical and emotional wellbeing • Prepare budgets on an annual basis and ensure that they are adhered to during each financial year • Coordinate efforts with vendors and suppliers to ensure that school supplies and equipment are purchased / procured in a timely manner • Formulate mission statements and ensure that all staff members work according to them • Establish performance goals and objectives and mentor staff members to work towards achieving them • Direct school maintenance services to ensure a consistently safe and clean school envirschool supplies and equipment are purchased / procured in a timely manner • Formulate mission statements and ensure that all staff members work according to them • Establish performance goals and objectives and mentor staff members to work towards achieving them • Direct school maintenance services to ensure a consistently safe and clean school envirschool maintenance services to ensure a consistently safe and clean school envirschool environment

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Managed admissions programs at eight college campuses simultaneously Directed admissions and sales teams surpassing company goals and projections Oversaw all hiring, training, and evaluation of admissions and sales staff Monitored admissions policies and procedures ensuring school accreditation Developed and implemented marketing strategy and collateral resulting in increased recruitment and revenue for employers Planned and executed successful and cost effective recruitment and sales events Consistently named lead sales and recruitment team member Performed office administration tasks as needed in support of team

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Directed daily operations of multiple mental, emotional, and medical care facilities for at risk youth Recruited, trained, and supervised administrative, counseling, and development personnel Oversaw strategic planning, development of company goals, and implementation of action plan Designed and implemented staff development and recognition programs Built and strengthened relationships with industry figures, community leaders, and board members Managed marketing and fundraising activities enhancing community awareness and income Led individual and group therapy sessions resulting in significant personal development of participants Developed customized treatment plans for each patient ensuring the highest standard of care Responsible for patient charts, medication administration, overall health, and personal safety Established and executed daily living routine for residential therapy patients Provided transportation to school, medical appointments, and other activities as needed Built a therapeutic environment which fostered maximum growth and development of youth

The School of Psychology's staff members have an excellent reputation for research of international significance and for top - quality teaching, professional training and research mentorship.

The majority of staff members have participated in professional learning focused on basic SEL concepts as well as other important topics that help them achieve the school's goals for schoolwide SEL.

Sessions are led by trained culturally representative teams that include at least one member of the school staff in addition to parents and professionals from local social service agencies.