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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
All courses will meet online for synchronous sessions at the times listed. Courses offered for 6 or more CTLE will also include asynchronous activities, as noted. Directions for accessing the online course will be emailed upon registration.
TEWS830N
Picture Book Workshop
If you ever thought: I have always wanted to write (or finish!) that picture book, here is a chance to get going. This is a nuts-and-bolts workshop that focuses on making your story better. Rhythm. Pacing. Voice. Dialogue. Universal themes. Choosing just the right words. These are just some of the things we will look at with a view to giving a uniquely picture book shape, as well as your own very personal touch to that story. Participants should come to class with at least the beginnings of a story. Instructor: Amy Hest
November 8 and 15
Sundays, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM ET $195 (not offered for credit, CEU or CTLE hours) Registration Deadline: 11/1
TEWS652N
Starting Your Own Tutoring Practice: The Nuts and Bolts of It All
Want to start a tutoring practice, but don’t know where to begin? This workshop will address how to determine what kind of tutoring makes the most sense for you and how to market yourself and your skills. Discussions will include such topics as: what to charge, tutoring at your home vs. student home vs. school, cancellation practices, becoming a DOE provider, where to get materials, policies, and professional practices. Instructor: Ginny O’Hare Perrin
November 10 and 12
Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM ET 3 CTLE or .3 CEU $160 (not offered for credit) Registration Deadline: TBD
TEWS598N
Writing for Children: Finding Your Voice
So you want to write a children’s book! This workshop will give you the boost you’ve been waiting for and get you started on that picture book, novel, or young reader piece once and for all. In this friendly, supportive environment, class discussions will focus on all aspects of good storytelling and good writing, including tone of voice, clear dialog, characters who feel real, and beautiful language. The focus is on the exciting process of finding your voice and writing not just a story, but one that really means something to you. Teachers will gain a better understanding of the writing process so that they, in turn, can help their students find pleasure in crafting their stories. Everyone who takes this course will come away with new insights about the beautiful power of storytelling and why children’s books will always count. Instructor: Amy Hest
October 20, 27, November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8
Tuesdays, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM ET $460 (not offered for credit, CEU or CTLE hours) Registration Deadline: 10/17
TEWS810N
The Writer’s Lab for Unpublished Authors
We are offering this lab for a small group of committed writers who enjoy the writing process and want to come together each month to share their works in progress and receive feedback from other committed writers. This is a safe, supportive place to try out what you’ve been working on independently in a facilitated workshop. Occasional guest speakers from the publishing world will join the group to discuss different aspects of writing, such as writing from an illustrator’s perspective or to provide personal viewpoints on the writer’s experience. Instructor: Amy Hest
Prerequisite: Writing for Children I or II or submit a manuscript in progress. Inquiries and manuscripts should be emailed to cps@bankstreet.edu by October 15, 2020. Individuals who submit a manuscript (or who took Writing for Children I or II will be notified of acceptance on a rolling basis while space is available.
October 22, November 5, December 10, and January 14
Thursdays, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM ET $390 (not offered for credit, CEU or CTLE hours) Registration Deadline: 10/17 (Registration is limited. Early registration is suggested)
All courses will meet online for synchronous sessions at the times listed. Courses offered for 10-12 CTLE will also include asynchronous activities. Directions for accessing the online course will be emailed upon registration.
EDTPA501N
edTPA Informational Workshop
This two-hour online workshop will outline the edTPA requirements. You will leave with a clear understanding of the process and a suggested timeline of activities. Participation in one of these information sessions is required to participate in the edTPA Support Workshop below. Instructor: Tara Kirton
November 14
Saturday, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM ET Fee: $35 (not offered for CTLE hours) Fee waived for matriculated students. Registration Deadline: 11/7 edTPA500N
edTPA Support Workshop
This workshop will help students understand and use the edTPA handbook and other support materials toward preparing their eportfolio. These workshops are not individualized tutoring; rather, they are an opportunity for students to work with a facilitator and peers for support in preparing the eportfolio. When possible, students will be grouped according to content area in order to differentiate learning and provide peer consultation around the specifics of their edTPA area. The edTPA workshop takes place completely online with live, synchronous sessions and additional asynchronous sessions to provide students an opportunity to work with others to get support and to provide and receive peer feedback. Instructor: Tara Kirton Participants should be actively working on their edTPA during these months with the expectation of submitting before May 2021. This four-part edTPA workshop is open to anyone who attended one of the previous informational sessions.
November 21, December 12, January 23, and February 13
Saturdays, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM ET Fee: $200 (not offered for CTLE hours) Fee waived for matriculated students. Registration Deadline: 11/14
TEWS500N
State-mandated Training in Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
All licensed professionals working with children under 18 years of age are required by New York State law to report suspected child abuse and neglect. This course will help you learn to identify symptoms of child abuse and neglect and will provide you with information about the required procedures for reporting abuse. The New York State Certificate of Completion will be issued to all registrants who attend the full two-hour session. Instructor: Chris Low
November 5
Thursday, 5:15 PM–7:15 PM ET Fee: $75 Registration Deadline: 10/29 TEWS501N
State-mandated Training on School Violence Prevention
Anyone applying for certification after February 2, 2001, must complete two hours of training on school violence prevention and intervention. This workshop includes training in effective classroom management techniques, identifying the warning signs of violent and other troubling behavior, and intervention techniques for resolving violent incidents in the school. The New York State Certificate of Completion will be issued to all registrants who attend the full twohour session. Instructor: Ana Tiburio
November 17
Tuesday, 5:15 PM–7:15 PM ET Fee: $75 Registration Deadline: 11/10 TEWS708N
State-mandated Training: Dignity for All Students
Anyone applying for certification during or after the Fall 2013 semester must complete six hours of training on the social patterns of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This workshop includes training in identifying indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention techniques, and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors. Section 1 Part I: 3-hour asynchronous—Online component must be completed by 11:55 PM ET on Wednesday, September 30 Part II: October 5—Synchronous Online* Monday, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM ET Instructor: Ron Woo Registration Deadline: 9/27 Section 2 Part I: 3-hour asynchronous—Online component must be completed by 11:55 PM ET on Sunday, November 15 Part II: November 18—Synchronous Online* Wednesday, 5:00–8:00 PM ET Instructor: Lauren Kaplan Registration Deadline: 11/11 Section 3 Part I: 3- hour asynchronous—Online component must be completed by 11:55 PM on Sunday, November 29 Part II: December 3—Synchronous Online* Thursday, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM ET Instructor: Ron Woo Registration Deadline: 11/24 Fee for any one section: $140
NOTE: You must complete the online session (Part I) by the date and time listed for each section and attend the synchronous online session (Part II). Workshops start promptly. You must log in prior to the posted start time for the synchronous online session in order to receive a completion certificate. Students who are late will NOT be permitted entrance to the workshop and are not eligible for a transfer or refund. Students who do not complete both Part I and Part II are not eligible for a transfer or refund. Withdrawals or transfer requests made in writing are subject to a $15 change fee and will be accepted up to the registration deadline.
*PLEASE NOTE: Registrants should make sure to log into this course at or before the specified start time. No one will be allowed to participate in any of the State-mandated Workshops after the posted start time. Those who log in late are not eligible for a transfer or refund. This is an interactive workshop, we expect your video to remain on during the course.
