WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE

Early Childhood staff, special education teachers, general education teachers, educational support staff, administrators, therapists.

Training will be conducted as module units. The faculty of Global Enrichment Solutions, LLC, will present each module. Each module will be taught in a two-hour block of time. Training can be presented on site or via distant learning.

TRAINING MODULES

I.                   The Process of Observation

Observation can be used to provide additional information about a student’s learning style and behavior. Stepping back and carefully looking at the environment and the complex interactions can furnish clues to plan for a student’s learning

Ø      Documenting observable behavior
Ø      Interpretation
Ø      Inferences and drawing conclusions.

      II.                Referral Procedures

     Procedures for referral ensure that student’s needs are met through a systematic, documented process

Ø      Reasons for referral 
 o       When to refer 
   o       When not to refer

III.             Culturally Sensitive Practices

We live in a culturally rich society. When educators recognize and value the culture and language of their students it provides that student with self-esteem that will enhance their learning.

Ø      Awareness of general cultural norms
Ø      Awareness of cultural expectations of individual families

By using redirection, you are modeling behavior for the child. You replace an unwanted behavior with one that is acceptable. It is tempting for us to say “No!” when we are alarmed or want to stop a certain behavior. Redirection is a good alternative to “no” and repeating the same message repeatedly. It lets you show the child what you want him/her to do.

Ø      How to avoid power struggles

Each student is a unique individual. Each student learns in his or her own unique way. Utilize each student’s pattern to enhance his or her learning.

Ø      Identifying student’s strengths
Ø      Developing individualized lesson plans

VI.             Utilizing Strengths to Focus on Needs

Identifying existing strengths of each individual student allows for the development of new competencies and strengthening the areas of need of the student.

Ø      Conducting strength based observations

VII.          Early Intervention

                      
    What are the benefits of early intervention, to the child, family, and society?

Ø      Review the benefits of early intervention

What is an IFSP & IEP? What does this mean to you as a parent, professional or Para-professional?

Ø      Relationship to your classroom curriculum and services
Ø      Implementing the IFSP or IEP  

IX.     Sensitivity to Students with Developmental Issues & Developmental disabilities

Participation in an inclusive classroom influences teachers and helps students without disabilities develop understanding and sensitivity to their peers.

X.         Sensitivity to Parents of Students with Developmental Issues & Disabilities

Being a parent or caregiver is not always easy. Raising a child with special needs places many demands on parents and the family. It is extremely important to provide support and understanding.

XI.     Help Develop Feelings of Competence, Self-esteem, and Positive Attitudes toward   Learning

When students are in a learning environment, they are learning about themselves and the world around them. The classroom and school environment should be one that encourages social growth, language growth, problem solving, and imagination.

XII.          Advocacy

Learn how to be an effective advocate

Ø      Teachers as advocates
Ø       Parents as advocates

EVALUATIONS

GLOBAL ENRICHMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC will evaluate the effectiveness of training using a pre-test and post test. On site follow up is available if requested.

 INVESTMENT

CALL GLOBAL ENRICHMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC FOR PRICING.

 DELIVERABLES

GLOBAL                             Global Enrichment Solutions, LLC faculty will provide the staff with a manual containing

strategies and guidelines connected with each training module.

                                    QUALIFICATIONS

 GLOBAL ENRICHMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC  is female-owned and was formed to provide support to families and  human service systems in the areas of training, direct service, outreach, policy development, management, needs assessments, consumer surveys, audits, evaluations and marketing.

GLOBAL ENRICHMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC specializes in providing a comprehensive array of developmental and educational services. We provide comprehensive diagnostic services with a strength based focus to all ages, birth to 21 years; training for parents, professionals, para- professional; state of the art resources to student, adults, parents, professionals and para- professionals and direct intervention treatment services required to enhance the development of students ages two through 21.

The team of GLOBAL ENRICHMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC has more than forty years combined experience in development and education.

GLOBAL ENRICHMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC. has a strong cadre of subject matter experts who will serve as faculty on this project.