Here are upcoming teacher professional development opportunities to help you make the most of summer 2024!

<p>
  Are you looking to earn CEUs or gain professional development hours? Need to fulfill 
  requirements for your permanent teacher certification? Interested in educational 
  leadership training and working toward an administration role? Or perhaps you want 
  to boost your skills in a specific area of interest? Summer is the perfect time to 
  achieve your goals! We've curated a selection of some valuable and intriguing 
  professional development opportunities just for you. These opportunities are on-demand 
  or coming up just around the corner, giving you time to 
  sign up and make the most of your summer learning experience. Enjoy!
</p>

<h2>Summer 2024 Teacher Professional Development Opportunities</h2>
<h3>Bureau of Education & Research</h3>
<p>The <a href="https://www.ber.org/seminars/course/WHG/Catching-Up-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Students-Who-Have-Fallen-Behind-Strategies-that-Work-Grades-6-12" target="_blank">Bureau of Education & Research</a> (BER), 
established in 1976, is a leading 
  provider of professional development for educators across North America. 
  Offering seminars, online courses, conferences and on-site professional 
  development programs, BER focuses on practical strategies and techniques 
  you can immediately implement in your classroom! Widely recognized for 
  its exceptional presenters and satisfaction guarantee, BER is bound to 
  deliver high-quality learning experiences you'll enjoy. Plus, you can earn 
  CEUs and college credit.
</p>
<p><strong>To register: </strong></p>
<p> Visit the Bureau of Education & Research to sign up for hundreds of <a href="https://www.ber.org/seminars/search-by-zip.cfm" target="_blank">live</a>, 
<a href="https://www.ber.org/seminars/recorded-events/" target="_blank">recorded</a>, 
 <a href="https://www.ber.org/online/" target="_blank"> on-demand</a>, and 
 <a href="https://www.ber.org/onsite/" target="_blank">on-site</a> professional development 
 opportunities. 
</p>

<p><strong> Professional development opportunities include: </strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.ber.org/seminars/course/HD1/DYSLEXIA-Best-Strategies-to-Increase-Student-Success-Grades-6-12" target="_blank">
DYSLEXIA: Best Strategies to Increase Student Success (Grades 6-12)</a></p>

<p>"Specifically Designed for Educators serving students in Grades 6-12: 
  English/Language Arts (ELA) Teachers, Reading Teachers, Content Area Teachers, 
  Reading Specialists, Interventionists, Literacy Coaches, Title I Staff, Special 
  Education Staff, Instructional Assistants, and Administrators
</p>

<ul>
  <li> Dozens of the best instructional techniques and resources for helping students 
    who have or may have dyslexia gain access to grade-level content in all subject
     areas
  </li>
  <li> Interactive, multisensory classroom activities to improve learning outcomes and 
    increase engagement for students who may have dyslexia
  </li>
  <li> A powerful approach to instruction that emphasizes comprehension and the 
    acquisition of vocabulary to boost academic performance in all subject areas
  </li>
  <li> Highly effective, practical tips and digital resources that enable you to 
    provide more effective accommodations to support struggling readers while 
    keeping all of the students in your classroom more actively engaged"
  </li>
</ul>
</br>
<p><a href="https://www.ber.org/seminars/course/WHG/Catching-Up-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Students-Who-Have-Fallen-Behind-Strategies-that-Work-Grades-6-12" target="_blank"> https://www.ber.org/seminars/course/WHG/Catching-Up-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Students-Who-Have-Fallen-Behind-Strategies-that-Work-Grades-6-12 
</a></p>

<p>"Specifically Designed for Middle and High School English/Language Arts (ELA) Teachers, Interventionists, Reading Specialists, Title I Staff, Special Education Staff, Instructional Aides, and Administrators</p>

<ul>
      <li> The best, most current strategies to strengthen the learning of your students 
        who have fallen behind in English/Language Arts
      </li>
      <li>	Explore numerous innovative techniques that will increase the motivation and 
        performance of your most struggling ELA students
      </li>
    <li> Proven approaches designed to catch up your struggling middle and high school 
      readers and writers 
    </li>
    <li> Receive an extensive digital resource handbook packed with 
      instructional tools and resources you can use right away to increase the 
      English/Language Arts growth of your most struggling students" 
    </li>
</ul>
</br>
<p><a href="https://www.ber.org/store/products/Grades-Preschool-Kindergarten-Help-Young-Children-with-Developmental-Delays-and-Challenging-Behaviors.aspx" target="_blank"> 
Help Young Children with Developmental Delays and Challenging Behaviors (Preschool-Kindergarten) 
</a>
</p>

<p> "This online course features Lisa Rogers, an acclaimed presenter and veteran educator with over 20 years of experience in working with young children who exhibit difficult behaviors or developmental delays that prevent them from learning and socializing appropriately with others. The course is divided into three modules. In the first module, Lisa introduces the course and explores a variety of print and digital resources. The course continues with strategies for improving student behavior. The final module focuses on supporting students with developmental delays.</p>

<p>You will learn how to:</p>
<ul>
  <li> Facilitate the development of students' executive function skills </li>
  <li> Improve students' behavior and emotional self-regulation  </li>
  <li> Incorporate visual supports in your classroom </li>
  <li> Support students with developmental delays </li>
  <li> Create a better classroom environment for students </li>
  <li> 	Build on existing practices that are already successful in your classroom </li>
</ul>

<h3>National Education Association</h3>
<p>The National Education Association (NEA) is the largest labor union in the US, 
  representing nearly 3 million public school teachers, faculty, and support personnel. 
  The organization offers leading-edge resources and professional development 
  opportunities to help you at any career stage. The NEA is focused on advocacy, 
  professional growth, and skill enhancement and offers workshops, webinars, 
  and micro-credentials to help you support your students in the classroom and 
  beyond.
</p>


<p> <strong> To register: </strong></p>
<p>Visit the 
  <a href="https://www.nea.org/professional-learning" target="_blank">NEA Professional Learning</a> 
  website to find links to earn <a href="https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/professional-learning/micro-credentials" target="_blank">Micro-credentials</a> 
  and watch educational support professionals' (ESP) 
  <a href="https://www.nea.org/esp-learning-network-webinars" target="_blank">upcoming</a> 
  and <a href="https://www.nea.org/esp-webinar-recordings">recorded</a> webinars.</p>

<p> <strong>Professional development opportunities include:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.nea.org/esp-learning-network-webinars" target="_blank">Meeting People Where They Are: Finding 
Commonalities and Shared Values To Get What You Want</a>
</p>

<p>"Establishing commonalities, like shared values, experiences, and goals, is essential 
  for all educators. Whether you are working with students, parents/families, union 
  members, potential union members, or policymakers, meeting them where they are and 
  finding common ground is critical to building effective relationships and ultimately 
  getting what you want.
</p>

<p>Join Jen Bramson, Specialized Paraeducator and 2024 NEA ESP of the Year, to learn 
  how to build relationships, overcome challenges, affect behavior, and get what you 
  want with various stakeholders, including your biggest adversaries."
</p>
<p><a href="https://nea.certificationbank.com/NEA/CandidatePortal/CategoryDetail.aspx?Stack=CM" target="_blank" 
>Classroom Management Micro-Credential Stack</a></p>

<p>"This stack is designed to help classroom educators to develop skills to successfully 
  build a community of learners. You will have an opportunity to explore classroom 
  organization and routines, as well as discover new ways to support students who 
  have behavioral challenges due to trauma or other circumstances. You will learn 
  how to create a student centered learning community that is supportive of all 
  students." Topics include Addressing Challenging Behaviors, Aspects of an Engaged 
  Classroom, Classroom Expectations and Routines, Creating a Classroom Community, 
  Organizing the Physical Layout of the Classroom, and Trauma-Informed Pedagogy.
</p>

<h2>Summer 2024 Educator Conferences</h2>
<p>Conferences are the way to go if you're in the mood to travel or invest in 
  a virtual or in-person opportunity. They can reinvigorate your passion for 
  teaching and help you gain new ideas and build a lifelong network of colleagues 
  and friends. Here are upcoming conferences for educators:
</p>

<h3><a href="https://innovativeschoolssummit.com/" target="_blank">Innovative Schools Summit</a>
</h3>
<p><strong><a href="https://innovativeschoolssummit.com/san-antonio/" target="_blank">July 25-28</a>, 2024: ISS San Antonio</strong></p>

<p>"The Innovative Schools Summit brings together internationally recognized 
  thought leaders, administrators, teachers and consultants to share innovative 
  best practices and research-based methodologies in an engaging, inspiring event.
</p>

<p>The San Antonio Summit features access to 4 education conferences for the price of one, including:</p>

<ul>
  <li>At-Risk Students Conference </li>
  <li>	Innovative Teaching Conference </li>
  <li> ELL Conference</li>
  <li> Wired Differently/Trauma-Informed Conference" </li>
</ul>

<h3><a href="https://www.getyourteachon.com/orlando" target="_blank">Get Your Teach On</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://www.getyourteachon.com/orlando" target="_blank">July 21-24, 2024: </a> Fest 2024 Orlando</p>

<p> "Let's reimagine education together. Need a teacher pick-me-up? Looking for some 
  of the most current RESEARCH BASED STRATEGIES that will light your classroom on 
  fire? Join Get Your Teach On – a one-of-a-kind experience for Pre-K-12th grade 
  teachers and school administrators! You will spend time with Team Get Your 
  Teach On as they share their PASSION and ENTHUSIASM for education and give you 
  their tips, tricks, best practices, and teacher secrets to building a successful, 
  ENGAGING, & RIGOROUS classroom. You will leave feeling EMPOWERED, motivated, and 
  prepared to create dynamic lessons that will challenge your students and leave them 
  hungry for more. Get Your Teach On is sure to be unlike any other educators' 
  conference that you will attend. Pack your favorite teacher bag, get ready for 
  some educational magic, and join our community as you prepare to GET YOUR TEACH ON!"
</p>

<h2>This Summer, Let Professional Development Refuel Your Passion for Teaching</h2>
<p>As an educational professional, you know how important it is to relax in the 
  summer so you can bring renewed energy to your kids in the fall. Summer is also 
  an opportune time to grow, learn, and prepare to excel in your career. Whether you 
  want to gain new skills, fulfill certification requirements, network, or simply 
  reignite your passion for teaching, the professional development opportunities 
  here offer something for everyone. Sign up for an exceptional learning experience 
  and make this a summer of professional growth and inspiration!
</p>

<h2>Seeking an Exciting New Path in Your Education Career?</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.crosscountry.com/education" target="_blank">Begin your adventure here.</a>
</p>

Teacher Professional Development Opportunities: Summer 2024