Professional Development for Beginning Teachers
Beginning Teacher Assistance Series
– Teacher certification in Missouri requires participation
in a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program. MNEA and Maryville
University have teamed up to offer a meaningful and convenient
way for beginning teachers to receive a certificate verifying
completion of this requirement. Topics include classroom management,
effective instructional strategies, certification issues and
creating a professional teaching and learning portfolio. Attending
this program fulfills the PC-I certification requirement for
beginning teachers.
There is a $25 registration fee to cover the cost of the
luncheon and materials. This fee is waived for Missouri
NEA members. Register now.
"Start Smart" A Beginning - Teacher
Handbook – A newly updated handbook of resources
and information targeted to beginning teachers and their experiences.
Free to all Missouri NEA members.
Missouri Mentoring Program
– Participate in a field-tested program that gets at
the heart of an effective mentor/beginning-teacher relationship.
This program provides a comprehensive look at the role of
mentors in supporting new teachers. Call Teaching
& Learning at 573-634-3202 for more information.
Missouri NEA
Professional Development Offerings – A full range
of professional development programs are available through
Missouri NEA. From professional development committee training,
performance assessment, mentoring and performance-based teacher
evaluation to personal growth opportunities, Missouri NEA
has a complete program for professional and personal growth.
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Professional Development Committee Training
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Revised Performance-Based Teacher Evaluation Model
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Mentoring New Teachers
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Beginning Teacher Networks
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Special-Education Law
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Working Effectively with Para-Professionals
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National Board Certification
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Creating a Professional Portfolio
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Preparation for the Praxis II
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School Finance
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Bullying and Sexual Harassment
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Interest-Based Bargaining
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Successful Parent/Teacher Conferences
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Graduate Programs
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Canter Video Courses
- Learn at your convenience through any of 16 Canter and
Associates video courses. Topics include classroom management,
instructional strategies, technology, inclusion, motivation,
parent involvement and conflict resolution. Contact Canter
and Associates at 1-800-669-9011.
Beginning Teacher Listserv –Beginning teachers
can participate in a moderated Listserv to network with other
beginning teachers and seek advice from experienced veteran
teachers. Free for all beginning teachers.
For
further information, contact Teaching & Learning at (573)
634-3202.
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