In this course, you will learn about the impact of teacher-paraprofessional collaboration on students, tools and tips for effective communication, mindsets for productive collaboration and strategies for conflict resolution and long-term partnerships.
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By the end of the course, you will unpack the research on teacher-paraprofessional collaboration, the power of relationships, and co-teaching models and how these impact student growth, achievement, and long-term success.
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By the end of the course, you will learn the 7 C's of effective communication, how clear, respectful communication helps build trust and strong teamwork, and apply these tools to communicate effectively in challenging scenarios.
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By the end of the course, you will identify and delve deeper into critical mindsets — shared responsibility, mutual respect and open communication — to build productive collaboration, understand why conflict can be good and learn four questions to ask to reduce conflict.
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By the end of the course, you will look at strategies to remove the inherent power imbalance in the partnership, take a collaboration self-assessment inventory and learn a fun protocol that sets partnerships up for success.
- Teacher: Shephali Chokshi
| Number of Seats | 8 weeks Access |
| 1 | $80 |
| 10 | $650 |
| 25 | $750 |
| 50 | $1,375 |
| 75 | $2,000 |
| 100 | $2,500 |
In this course, paraprofessionals will learn about the importance of building relationships with students, remaining consistent with expectations, and how to use positive reinforcement and effective responses to student behavior.
- Teacher: Erin Wiesehahn
| # of Seats | 8 wks access |
| 1 | $80 |
| 10 | $650 |
| 25 | $750 |
| 50 | $1,375 |
| 75 | $2,000 |
| 100 | $2,500 |
In this course, you will learn the difference between accommodations and modifications for students, how to apply them, and how to do it all while maintaining high expectations in an inclusive setting.
In addition, you will be asked to use the information learned in order to think about your own situation and apply the learning to their specific context. You will be asked to reflect on your practices and learning environment in order to build your toolkit of accommodation and modification best practices.
- Teacher: Erin Wiesehahn
| Number of Seats | 8 weeks Access |
| 1 | $80 |
| 10 | $650 |
| 25 | $750 |
| 50 | $1,375 |
| 75 | $2,000 |
| 100 | $2,500 |
Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting students with disabilities and ensuring all learners have access to meaningful, inclusive education. This foundational course is designed to empower paraprofessionals with essential knowledge and practical strategies related to the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process, understanding disabilities, and effective collaboration within educational teams. Through four focused modules, participants will build confidence in their roles and develop skills to help every student thrive.
You will be better equipped to support students with disabilities, understand and contribute to the IEP process, and collaborate effectively with all stakeholders to help every student succeed.
- Teacher: Shephali Chokshi
| Number of Seats | 8 weeks Access |
| 1 | $80 |
| 10 | $650 |
| 25 | $750 |
| 50 | $1,375 |
| 75 | $2,000 |
| 100 | $2,500 |