Professional Development for Teachers
Why Kids Can’t Read & What Teachers Can Do. (2005) Workshop for middle school teachers, included information about learning disabilities, simulation activities, and information about reading research. In addition, participants engaged in collaborative problem-solving regarding differentiation issues. Brooklyn, NY.
Second Grade Learning Team - TFA. (2004-2005) Part of work as a second-grade content specialist, designed and facilitated monthly workshops for first-year 2nd grade Teach for America teachers. Manhattan, NY.
An Introduction to Everyday Math. (Spring 2003, Summer 2003, Summer 2004) For K-5 teachers, included the rationale for using Everyday Math, an introduction to components, and a video and discussion of a third-grade lesson. Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY.
Managing the Reading Workshop. (Spring 2003) Modeled reading lesson and a discussion for K-6 teachers. Special emphases on using assessments to guide instruction and on lesson routines. Brooklyn, NY.
On Getting Started: Early Literacy in the Classroom (Based on ELIC). (January 1997) Workshop on early literacy for teachers of children with special needs. Eugene, OR.
For Teachers of Sweeties Who Can Read Their Names (Except When They Forget): ELIC Insights on Early Literacy. (December 1995) Workshop conducted at TFA Super Saturday, Berkeley, CA.
Writing Focus Teacher (2002-2003) Selected by the Australia-United States Services in Education (AUSSIE), Brooklyn, NY.
Lead Literacy Teacher (2001-2002) Selected by District 13 and the AUSSIE program, Brooklyn, NY.
