Teacher Training

Teaching is a profession that by definition requires continues learning.  I have found that the best teachers are those who are constantly seeking opportunities to support their own professional development.  Some of my recent research, learning and interests include Understanding by Design, Differentiated Instruction, Generational Differences, Resiliency and Cognitive Diversity.

I annually present at a variety conferences around the country (more information here). I am available to lead workshops/trainings for administrators, counselors, parents, teacher and students. The sessions can vary from 90 minutes to multiple day workshops.

Planning 101: Understanding by Design
Based on the excellent resources of the Professional Development Workbook (McTighe & Wiggens: ASCD) and Integrating Differentiated Instruction + Understanding by Design (Tomlinson & McTighe: ASCD), this training prepares teachers to backward plan using the UbD template. Whether for daily lessons, unit/course planning or curriculum, this training has been incredibly popular and rewarding for teachers. Presentation highlights: Planning 101: Understanding by Design

So All May Learn: Differentiated Instruction
Since long before the term DI was popularized, differentiating instruction for students has been a core value and everyday practice at Denver Academy. Combining the work of Atul Gawande's Checklist Manifesto and Carol Ann Tomlinson's publications on differentiated instruction, this training provides clear examples, simple applications and a solid rationale for teachers to start taking steps toward purposefully differentiating instruction in their classrooms. Both an introductory and advanced training are available. Presentation highlights: So All May Learn: Differentiating Instruction

Generational Difference: Understanding the Millennials
We are in a unique time in our places of work, and specifically schools, in that for the first time in history there are currently four different generations working side-by-side. Synthesizing the work Lynne Lancaster and David Stillman, this training focuses on understanding the Millennials by first examining our own place in the generational strata. This workshop has been presented in both educational and business environments. Presentation highlights: Generational Differences