Training Series
2022-2023 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.
Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Intermediate
A multi-tiered system of support or MTSS is a framework utilized to ensure all students receive access to the instruction and support that they need without delay. Paraprofessionals often times play a crucial role in sustaining this framework in our school settings. This session is intended to for those who are familiar with MTSS and would like the opportunity to explore in depth the three tiers of instruction and prevention. (Two Hours)
Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM)
Many students with disabilities have difficulty with
standard materials, seeing them, manipulating them, or decoding or
comprehending them. These students need accessible instructional materials
(AIM) in order to access the general education curriculum. IDEA 2004 (300.172)
requires that textbooks and related core instructional materials be provided to
students with print disabilities in specialized formats in a timely manner. Participants
in this session will learn what AIM is and the eligibility requirements for a
student to access materials through AIM. Participants will also learn about
some sources available through accessible instructional materials and the roles
and responsibilities of those who support students who would qualify and
benefit from AIM. (1 hour)
Deaf and Hard of Hearing 201: Hearing Assistive Technology
Hearing 201 is an introduction to hearing assistive technology (HAT) that a student might be using at school. This presentation will define basic troubleshooting of equipment and what to do if the equipment is not working. The roles and responsibilities of the paraprofessional will be discussed related to hearing assistive technology. We will also describe how the paraprofessional can be a collaborative communication partner for the students they work with both in the classroom and during other activities. (One Hour)
Family Engagement
Students achieve great results when they are supported by
families and educators taking an active role in their education.
Paraprofessionals have a unique role in a student’s life as they provide many
opportunities to help students across the day. Participants will learn best
practices, the importance of family engagement to students’ success, and how to
do their part each day in the classroom. As with all interactions with
students, families, staff, and your community, please refer to your LEA’s
policies and procedures for guidance. We aim for you to learn new information,
clarify prior learning, and affirm previous conversations in this session. (1 hour)
Introduction to American Sign Language: Essential Beginnings for Paraprofessionals
Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting students’ success in schools. Students who are deaf or hard of hearing often utilize American Sign Language as their primary mode of communication. Likewise, some students who have typical hearing struggle with verbal language. Paraprofessionals who have some basic sign language skills can support a wide range of learners. This interactive webinar provides basic instruction of American Sign Language letters, numbers and essential vocabulary used at schools and in instruction. (One Hour)
Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Advanced
A multi-tiered system of support or MTSS is a framework utilized to ensure all students receive access to the instruction and support that they need without delay. Paraprofessionals often times play a crucial role in sustaining this framework in our school settings. This session is intended for those who are familiar with MTSS and would like the opportunity to dig deeper into the framework. (Two Hours)
Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Novice
A multi-tiered system of support or MTSS is a framework utilized to ensure all students receive access to the instruction and support that they need without delay. Paraprofessionals often times play a crucial role in sustaining this framework in our school settings. This session is intended to provide an overview or introduction to a multi-tiered system of support for a new or novice learner to the subject. (One Hour)
