TLC (Teachers Learning & Collaborating) Facilitators Training
THIS IS THE REGISTRATION FORM FOR THE JOHN A. LOGAN LOCATION
**REGISTER SOON - REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 15 PEOPLE**
When
Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 8:30 PM CDT-to-
Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 4:30 PM CDT
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Where
John A. Logan College
700 Logan College Dr
Carterville, IL 62918
Registration Fee:
$200.00 per person (includes lite continental breakfast and lunch both days)
Facilitated by:
Jan Brown
STG Region 5 TTA Network
Jan Brown has been in the field of Early Childhood for 35+ years with 25 of those in a Head Start program and most recently working in the Region V T/TA Network. I have held several positions in Head Start program from the classroom level to management level while wearing many hats throughout the years. I have also designed and implemented coaching systems to support classroom teachers. I graduated with a BS and MS in Early Childhood Education from SIU Carbondale. As a life-long learner, I am committed to growth both personally and professionally.
TLC DESCRIPTION
Teachers Learning & Collaborating (TLCs) is a unique Practice-Based Coaching approach, to support teachers/home visitors to improve education practices. TLC is essentially a group format of the Practice-Based Coaching model, with self, peer, and expert coaching components, which creates collaborative teaching communities for ongoing professional development. This approach can be used across different types of programs and age groups, including center-based and home-based programs. This TLC model is designed to meet the need for quality improvement efforts that focus explicitly on teacher-child interactions. This session is for those interested in facilitating TLCs in their program.
TLC OVERVIEW
• A group format Practice-Based Coaching model for ongoing professional development
• Combines different types of coaching: expert (trained facilitator), peer (fellow participants), and self (participant) coaching
• In-person participant work groups led by trained facilitators, supported by independent classroom video recordings, and guided by group discussions on practices
• Process to focus on teaching practice using video recording, reflection, group and individual feedback
• Cost-effective way to provide group coaching using NCQTL resources, including the NCQTL in-service suites
WHO? TLC Facilitators:
- can be education managers, coaches, or other staff who support teachers within your program or grantee.
- make a commitment to facilitating the TLC group sessions throughout the school year.
Training for TLC Facilitators includes:
o an in-person 2-day training that is the foundation for being a facilitator
o instruction in how to lead group discussions, how to promote intentional video recording, and how to coach participants
o the TLC Facilitation Manual, TLC Session Guides, and support to implement the TLCs.
TLC Time Commitments for Facilitators:
12–15 hours/month to:
o Prepare for sessions
o Conduct individual teacher meetings
o Lead the TLC Process
SEE TENTATIVE AGENDA HERE