Training and Development

Ongoing Opportunities to Sharpen Your Skills

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Confident and trained substitute teacher middle-aged woman holding a stack of books in front of a faded elementary school classroom background with students raising hands

 

Feeling Confident and Prepared Begins with Comprehensive Training

Explore a variety of professional development materials and resources to keep you refreshed with the best practices in education. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive in your role. After all, you're playing a vital part in education, directly contributing to students' academic achievement and well-being every day! 

STEM Certificate Program

ESS partnered with Accelerate Learning to offer several professional certificate opportunities at a deeply discounted rate through the National Institute for STEM Education (NISE). If you decide to pursue one of these in-demand STEM programs, ESS will cover 50% of the already-discounted cost! You will receive the special rate of $166.50.

Available Programs Include:

  • National Certificate for STEM Teaching (NCST)
  • STEM Essentials Micro Certificates
  • Teaching Online Micro Certificates

This is an excellent opportunity to learn and earn CEUs (Continuing Education Units) or college credits in a 100% online, convenient, self-paced format. STEM teaching will help you enhance any lesson while engaging students in ways that other areas cannot.

Explore STEM Certificates

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ESS Training Guides

ESS has published three helpful handbooks which are available on our Resources Portal. Each guide provides an in-depth overview of the responsibilities and expectations of the designated position, along with important policies and procedures.

Substitute Teacher Training Guide

  • Effective classroom management strategies
  • Successful instructional techniques and following lesson plans
  • Advice for handling common classroom situations
  • Special education information
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Quick Reference Guides

If you're looking for a quick refresher, you've come to the right place!

Online Learning Modules

You can access the Global Compliance Network (GCN) via our Resources Portal. GCN features more than 150 informative training modules covering a multitude of relevant topics.

Whether your school district has assigned a specific module or you’re pursuing your own professional development journey, GCN is sure to have plenty of beneficial content for you.