Fees are based on services. Multiple institutes may be eligible for a discount.
About Me
My Background
My life's work is supporting educators to promote multilingualism! Empowerment, active engagement, and equitable access to multilingual development are at the heart of the educational consulting and scholarly work I have been doing for nearly 20 years. My PhD is in Urban Education with an emphasis on Teaching English as a Second Language and my research focuses on teacher preparation working with multilingual learners in ESL and Dual Language Education program settings. My professional learning sessions are customized, research-based and highly interactive. I am experienced in high-quality face-to-face sessions and virtual/distance education. How can I help you plant your own seeds for magical teaching and learning? Reach out and let's collaborate.
My Experience
I am the co-author of the National Dual Language Education Teacher Preparation Standards© used by educators nation-wide, including some state-level guidance. I have trained nearly 3000 educators in North Carolina and across the US regarding instructional and programmatic design and delivery for language learning--both face to face and virtually. My professional development programs focus on Dual Language Teaching and Learning, Collaboration and Co-Teaching in Dual Language Programs, and Active Student Engagement. You have access to a range of services for professional development, classroom visits, and specialized teacher coaching. I am also available to conduct larger-scale virtual or in-person training programs with state and district level initiatives. Needing support at the higher education level? I am also highly experienced in working with college and university faculty to assist the development of methods and assessment coursework.
Professional Learning for Educators
Each year, I attend a variety of webinars and conferences to better help my clients with teacher preparation and support. I have extensive experience with designing and delivering professional learning opportunities for a range of teachers and administrators serving K-12 Dual Language, ESL (ELD), and content area programs. I am also an invited speaker and Keynote presenter at many national conferences such as La Cosecha with Dual Language Education of New Mexico , the Multistate Association of Bilingual Education, Northeast, and the Virginia Dual Language Immersion Day.
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Services
A Range in Services to Support Multilingualism
Let's work together!
Services include professional learning with teachers, administrators, and others supporting multilingualism. In addition to professional learning sessions I often conduct classroom visits and personalized coaching. Services are available for school/district guidance via curriculum development and dual language program development, polishing, and/or expansion.
Initial Consultation
I offer a complimentary 30 minute service to go over your goals for professional development. After this initial consultation, I follow up with you to recommend an appropriate service for your needs. Clients include state education agencies, districts, and schools.
Daily workshops and Consultations
I am available for daily professional learning experiences (including virtual settings). We can collaborate to customize professional learning, programmatic support, and/or coaching--based on your goals. I also provide services to guide schools, districts, and state education agencies on collaborative program implementation plans, program evaluations, and more.
Complete Institute Services
A priority is for us to develop shared goals to customize the services you need. I offer complete institute services that range from two-day to full week training institutes which, can be planned for virtual/remote learning. Topics include Collaborative Dual Language Teaching and Learning, Dual Language Programs and alignment with the National Dual Language Education Teacher Preparation Standards, Co-Teaching and Collaboration in DL or ESL, Activating Student Engagement, Project-based language learning in remote settings, implementing the SIOP Model, and site-based coaching.