In the same way teachers expect their students to continue growing in their knowledge and skills, teachers can improve their practice through ongoing professional development (PD). As your professional knowledge and expertise increase in the TESOL field, so will your opportunities for professional leadership and advocacy.
Imagine as a member of the ELL task force, teachers often ask you about how they can continue to professionally grow in their knowledge of working with ELLs. As a result of this, your principal asks you to present information at a staff meeting for classroom teachers working with ELLs in your school.
Create a 30-minute PD session to present at a staff meeting for classroom teachers, detailing specific opportunities and strategies for continued growth as educators in supporting ELLs.
For your PD session, create the following:
Outline/agenda of the 30-minute meeting, with detailed facilitator/speaker notes
One-page handout to be distributed during or after the PD
Quick assessment tool (digital link or activity description) to measure the PD’s success
