Training Series
2019-2020 Special Education Paraprofessional Training Series
To complete each session watch the video presentation and complete the review questions. The review questions will be made available once you have watched the full video presentation. The review questions are in multiple-choice format and you will receive immediate feedback.
Alternate Eligible Content for Science: What Paraprofessionals Need to Know
This presentation will take a deep dive into the Alternate Eligible Content for Science. Viewers will learn the purpose of the Alternate Eligible Content (AEC) for students with significant cognitive disabilities and how it connects to state assessments. Participants will be show where to find AEC for science and related materials and will be shown opportunities to include it in the classroom. (One Hour)
Cultivating Equity in the Classroom
Everyone wants to see all students have an equal opportunity for success. It’s not an easy goal but a goal that everyone can, and should, get behind. In this video, you will learn the difference between equity and equality and learn about equitable practices. Participants will become aware of how their own personal biases impact the services they provide and the environments that they create. (One Hour)
Progress Monitoring and Data Collection
What can we use to tell if a student is making progress in the curriculum? How do we know when a student is displaying more non-preferred behaviors than their typical peers? How will we know if students are making progress towards their IEP goals? The answer is DATA. Data is used to make informed, objective decisions about student instruction, placement and the effectiveness of teaching methods, related services and other interventions. In this video, learn the related terminology associated with data collection and how to make data observations in a consistent manner that provides meaningful, reliable data. (One Hour)
The PaPBS Network Overview and Highlights of PBIS
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports is an evidence-based systems approach for establishing the social culture needed for schools to be effective learning environments for all students. PBIS eliminates barriers to learning, creates and maintains a safe and effective learning environment in schools and ensures that all students have the social and emotional skills needed to succeed n school and beyond. Learn more about School-Wide PBIS in this overview and how various practices impact learning and the educational community. (One Hour)
Trauma - Video 1 - Trauma and Its Impact on the Educational Settings
This two-part video series will provide an overview of what trauma is and how trauma impacts students. We’ll also review how trauma impacts functioning and learning in the educational setting. Learn tips, practices and strategies that can be implemented to move from being trauma aware to being trauma responsive and informed. (One Hour)
Trauma - Video 2 - Trauma Informed Practices
This two-part video series will provide an overview of what trauma is and how trauma impacts students. We’ll also review how trauma impacts functioning and learning in the educational setting. Learn tips, practices and strategies that can be implemented to move from being trauma aware to being trauma responsive and informed. (One Hour)
