Professional Development

To support Independent School teachers in their professional development and growth, the Education Institute plans to offer a variety of teacher training programs. Topics the Institute plans to address include “best practices” for teaching the new curriculum standards, preparing students for annual assessments, and the special needs of new teachers. There are also plans for programs designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of experienced teachers, who may then be invited to develop coursework, lead training, mentor new teachers, and become master teachers.

Additionally School Support Organizations (SSOs) have been assigned to all Independent Schools and will help teachers develop lesson plans to reflect the curriculum standards, as well as offer guidance on effective teaching methods. The SSOs were selected for their broad range of expertise in helping communities develop and maintain successful independent schools.