Special Educator Initial Licensure Program Core Teaching Standards Seminar Series YEAR 1

Special Educator Initial Licensure Program Core Teaching Standards Seminar Series YEAR 1

Special Ed License | Available

- Online, VT - United States

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Initial Licensure

7/13/2023-5/24/2024

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$1,000.00

These seminars are designed to meet the Core Teaching Standards for the initial license of Special Educator, in Vermont.

Year One Seminar Sequence: Click View Schedule Above for Dates

(A) Planning and Preparation

This seminar will provide contextual understanding in the Danielson Framework for Teaching and the Vermont Core Teaching Standards. Participants will examine the Zone of Proximal Development, beginning principles of formative and summative assessment, curriculum mapping and local comprehensive assessment plans.  Candidates will begin an exploration of equity and bias which will be built upon during additional seminars.

(B) Learner Development and Learning Theory

This seminar will provide understanding and knowledge of learning theorists and developmental progressions associated within the theories.  Participants will consider how both formative and summative assessment connect to a MTSS within a school setting and explore the principle of data triangulation.  Candidates will be introduced to Project Based Learning (PBL) principles, design and assessment.

(C) Classroom Environment, Unit Planning

This seminar will focus on developing knowledge, creating understanding, and applying principles associated with the creation of a positive classroom environment that supports all students.  Participants will learn instructional strategies associated with strong unit design, lesson planning and assessment. Participants will begin building a foundation of understanding in the ideas associated with:  Responsive Classroom, PBIS and positive growth mindset as responsive classroom management strategies.

  • Except for the first meeting in July, seminars will be held virtually (synchronously). The virtual seminars are held for two hours, twice a month. The cohort as a group may decide to occasionally meet in person or to change the delivery of the instruction (use of mixed formats, alternative scheduling, etc.).
    If you have any questions, please contact the Program Director, Joy Wilcox: Joy.Wilcox@vthec.org

Christy, Kathy

Kathy Christy, M.Ed., has over 35 years of experience working in public schools as an elementary school teacher, literacy coach and professional development facilitator. She has a wealth of experience providing professional development in a variety of settings at school, district, and collegiate levels. Kathy is passionate about supporting students and adults in their quest for excellence in literacy development and instruction.