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The Orton-Gillingham method of teaching decoding, spelling, and handwriting is a multisensory approach that has been used successfully with children who experience difficulty learning these skills. This course trains you in the Orton-Gillingham techniques and translates high-interest comprehension activities into literacy programs. This is a fast-paced,...

The Spectrum of Play and Play on the Spectrum: Through a Dev-Ind-Diff, Relationship Model Lens (b-6) The course examines the play of neurotypical and neurodiverse children and the impact of individual differences in sensory and motor processing on development and play. A core feature of the course is how to employ the Developmental-Individual Difference-Relationship...

Sounds in Motion: Development of Auditory Perception & Early Literacy Skills Thru Use of Body Movement This workshop is designed to teach educators a unique, engaging, and effective program that helps early learners in both regular and special education classes acquire phonemic awareness, listening, early literacy, vocabulary, and articulation...

In every classroom, some children take longer to master beginning reading skills. Teachers, therefore, need to develop a variety of materials and approaches to help all children, and particularly those having difficulty learning to read.  We will discuss and demonstrate strategies you can use to enchance children's decoding and encoding skills....

Reggio- Emilia Approach: Interpret Theory & Practice for Schools in U S (Infant - 5 Yrs) The early childhood program found in Reggio-Emilia, Italy, incorporates an emphasis on the learning environment, process vs. product, developmentally appropriate practice, and the importance of the community of learners. Much of this philosophy reflects the...

State Mandated Training in Child Abuse Identification & Reporting All licensed professionals who work with children under 18 years of age are required by NY 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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...

Bibliotherapy is the art of using children's literature to help children understand difficult experiences and resolve developmental issues that may interfere with their growth. You also will explore how the use of story can help children better understand their own personal experience and learn how to make books that address children's individual and...

Art Studio: Discovering Self While Learning More about Drawing, Painting and Collage Join us this summer in a virtual zoom studio art time with Maria Elena Richa. This course will provide you with an opportunity to explore and discover properties of two-dimensional and three-dimensional materials, such as paint, cardboard, and textiles.  During...

Creating Classrooms That Embrace Difference (Grades Pre K - 2) We will explore how power and knowledge can be shared with students by allowing them to weave their own stories into the curriculum.  Starting from this place, we will be better positioned to understand how classrooms can become educational spaces where students' identities, interests,...

The Bank Street College community affirms that teaching and learning are expressions of justice. We are guided by the belief that human beings learn in the context of meaningful relationships and through doing, making, and changing the world around us. Join us for a panel discussion and community conversation on talking about racial justice in the...

Our single-day Crash Course program includes a full day of exam preparation including live instruction in a classroom setting from a Licensed Contractor and/or an experienced credentialed teacher, covering a comprehensive review of the law and business exam topics, and simulated exam test questions via our computer lab specifically designed to give...