Training
Putting the PRO in ParaPROfessional : Enhancing Effective Practices for Paraprofessionals
This interactive professional development session is designed to equip educational paraprofessionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively support teachers and students. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of their roles and responsibilities, learn strategies for supporting instruction, and develop skills for collecting and utilizing data. The session will also cover the implementation of accommodations and modifications to meet diverse student needs. You can also contact us to order copies of the ParaPRO Playbook to use in the training.
SDI PRO: What’s So Special About Specially Designed Instruction
This hands-on professional development session is designed to provide educators with practical strategies for implementing Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) in inclusive classrooms. Participants will explore the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), learn the differences between accommodations and modifications, and develop skills to apply these concepts effectively. Through interactive activities and collaborative exercises, educators will leave with actionable techniques and web resources and apps to support diverse learners and create accessible learning environments.
Inclusion PRO: Building Inclusive Classrooms through Co-Teaching and Collaboration
This professional development session focuses on fostering inclusive classroom environments through effective co-teaching and collaboration strategies. Participants will explore key concepts such as inclusion, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), accommodations and modifications, and the critical role of paraprofessionals. The session will provide hands-on activities and practical approaches to co-teaching, emphasizing collaboration between general and special education teachers to meet the diverse needs of all students.
IEP PRO: Crafting Effective Standards-Based IEP Goals and Objectives
This professional development session is dedicated to enhancing educators' skills in writing standards-based goals and objectives for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Participants will learn how to assess the impact of disabilities on individual students, utilize data to inform goal-setting, and create cohesive and effective IEPs. The session will provide practical strategies and hands-on activities to ensure that IEP goals are both meaningful and measurable, aligning with educational standards and tailored to each student's unique needs.
Cognitive Processing PRO: Leveraging the “G’s” to Support Instruction for Students with Disabilities
This professional development session is designed to deepen educators' understanding of General Cognitive Abilities (G's) and how this knowledge can be utilized to support and enhance instruction for students with disabilities. Participants will explore the various components of cognitive abilities, learn how these abilities impact learning, and develop strategies to tailor instruction that meets the diverse cognitive needs of their students. The session will include practical activities and case studies to illustrate how understanding cognitive strengths and weaknesses can improve educational outcomes.
AI PRO: Using AI to Support Special Education
This session will explore how to use AI as a tool to support diverse learners and special educators. Participants will gain understanding of AI literacy, AI in the law, discover helpful AI tools, and using tools to support digital pedagogy.
PRO Support: Modeling and Mentoring for Special Educators
Our specialized coaching and mentoring services are designed to support new and struggling special educators in mastering the critical skills needed to develop high-quality Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and conduct effective IEP team meetings. Through personalized guidance, practical resources, and expert advice, educators will gain the confidence and competence required to excel in their roles, ensuring better outcomes for students with disabilities. This mentoring can include modeling and mentorship during an ARD meetings and can be daily or hourly services.
PRO Impact: Writing Effective Impact and Need Statements
This session is designed to help participants understand how a student’s disability impacts their education and identify the needs that arise from it. Participants will also learn how to effectively document this information in the Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE) and IEP, ensuring that Impact and Need statements drive the PLAAFP and inform the goals outlined in the IEP
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