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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
FOR CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES

TEACHER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 2010
 
ONLINE CTEL TEST PREPARATION CLASSES
(for June or December Exam)
Workshop Title
Dates
Contact Information
Fee
Units or Hours and Multicultural Requirement
Registration Deadline
and/or
Additional Information
KDS Online CTEL Test Preparation for Tests 1, 2 and 3
ongoing
$225

3 Salary Points

(Multicultural)

LAUSD Test Voucher avaiable if completed by the deadline
Online CTEL 1 Test Prep ELL Teacher Pros
ongoing

(707) 332-9736

marnie@ellteacherpros.com

$99

1 Salary Point

(Multicultural)

ASAP

If requesting a test voucher

from LAUSD

Online CTEL 3 Test Prep ELL Teacher Pros
ongoing

(707) 332-9736

marnie@ellteacherpros.com

$99

1 Salary Point

(Multicultural)

ASAP

If requesting a test voucher

from LAUSD

Online CTEL Tests 1-3 Essay Coaching for CTEL Exams
ongoing

(707) 332-9736

marnie@ellteacherpros.com

$199

2 Salary Points

(Multicultural)

www.ellteacherpros.com

Continuous enrollment

Online Class

Online CTEL Tests 2 Test Preparation
ongoing

(707) 332-9736

marnie@ellteacherpros.com

$199
2 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)

www.ellteacherpros.com

Continuous enrollment

Online Class

LACOE CTEL TEST PREPARATION CLASSES

(for June or December Exam)

Class Title
Dates
Contact Information
Fee
Units or Hours and
Multicultural Requirement
Registration Deadline
and/or
Additional Information
Tests 1-3, and Review Sessions
See Schedule
Michelle Wells
michelle.wells@lausd.net
Rosalie Pitts
rosalie.pitts@lausd.net
(213) 241-4140
$80 - $100
Call for information
Click here for class schedule/information.
ONLINE and/or OTHER ONGOING COURSES
Course Title
Dates
Contact Information
Fee
Units or Hours and
Multicultural Requirement
Registration Deadline
and/or
Additional Information
Improving English Language Learner Instruction through the Use of Technology
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
English Language Learners in Your Classroom
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Developing Listening Comprehension in English Language Learners
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Motivating Underachievers Using Response to Intervention (RTI) and Differentiated Instruction
flexible
$199
2 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Flexible Enrollment
21st Century Technology in the Classroom
(Online Class)
flexible
$99
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Flexible Enrollment
Coaching to Improve Student Learning
flexible
$99
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Flexible Enrollment
Charlotte Danielson's A Framework for Teaching
flexible
$199
2 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
 
Transforming Instruction with Interactive Whiteboard System - Overview
flexible
www.cecreditsonline.org
(888) 263-9980, ext. 107 or 104
$89
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Coaching to Improve Reading
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Coaching to Improve Teaching and Learning
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
The Constructive Discipline Series: Giving Directives that Students will Follow
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$89

1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
The Constructive Discipline Series: Stopping Disruptive Behavior
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$89

1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
The Constructive Discipline Series: Conducting the Parent Conference
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$89

1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
The Constructive Discipline Series: Rights and Responsibiliteis in the Disciplinary Process
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$89

1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Creative Writing Turn Life Stories into Literature
A series of 10 weekly classes Mon. or Thurs. 7:00-10:00 PM

Elaina Golden

(323) 936-2601

elanaji@earthlink net

$300
1 or 2
Salary Points
with homework
(Not Multicultural)

www.thewritingstudio.biz

flexible enrollment

Creative Writing Turn Life Stories into Literature

A series of 10 weekly classes

Saturdays

(2:15-5:15)

Elaina Golden

(323) 936-2601

elanaji@earthlink net

$300
1 or 2
Salary Points
with homework
(Not Multicultural)

www.thewritingstudio.biz

flexible enrollment

Differentiating Instruction in the Regular Classroom
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Earthwatch Projects
ongoing
grants available
1-5
(Some Multicultural)
Click here to register.  
How to “Read and Write” in Math: Improving Problem Solving and Communication in Mathematics
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Today's Classroom
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$178

2 Salary Points
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register.
Transforming Language Arts Instruction with Interactive Whiteboard
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points

(Check with CE Credits if taking more than 1 Whiteboard class.)

Click here to register.
Transforming Math Instruction with Interactive Whiteboard
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points

(Check with CE Credits if taking more than 1 Whiteboard class.)

Click here to register.
Transforming Science Instruction with Interactive Whiteboard
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points

(Check with CE Credits if taking more than 1 Whiteboard class.)

Click here to register.
Transforming Social Studies Instruction with Interactive Whiteboard
flexible

1-888-263-9980 ext. 107 or 104

www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points

(Check with CE Credits if taking more than 1 Whiteboard class.)

Click here to register.
ELL Language Assessment and Related Issues in the K-12 Classroom: An Introduction
flexible

Sandra Blazevich
sandra@cecreditsonline.org
(888) 263-9980, ext. 107
christy@cecreditsonline.org
(888) 263-9980, ext. 104
www.cecreditsonline.org

$267

3 Salary Points

(Multicultural)

Click here to register.
FEBRUARY 2012

The ABC's of Student Engagement

Feb 4

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Classroom Management through Connection and Compassion
Feb 4
Feb 11
(9-5pm)
Fee: sliding scale ($80 to $125)
Click here for information
Click here to register.
Location:
Echo Parenting & Education
1226 N. Alvarado St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Introduction to Council for Educators
(2-Day Workshop)

Feb 4
Feb 11
(8:30 am - 4:30pm)

joseph.provisor@lausd.net
monica.chinlund@lausd.net
(805) 646-8343
cis.ojaifoundation.org

$250
Click here to remit payment.
1 Salary Point
( Multicultural)
Register on the Learning Zone.
(some scholarships available must apply before registration to monica.chinlund@lausd.net)
Residents and Presidents

Feb 4, 11, 18 and Mar 3
(8am-4pm)

Larry
(818) 645-4259
www.en4ed.com

$150
(pre-registered)
2 units
Location:
Feb. 4th
(or when class is full)
Teaching Our World through the Arts
Strand Two: DANCE
Feb 4-25
(8:30-5pm)
See Flyer
2 Salary Points
(Multicultural)
Click here to register.
(Four Saturdays)
Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher

Feb 8, 15, 22, 29
Mar 7
(4-8pm)

Ja Ja Perng
jxp5892@lausd.net

$25
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Location:
1130 Mott St, San Fernando 91340
Elevating Student Achievement Through Intervention

Feb 10
(3:30-8pm)
Feb 11
(8:30-4pm)
Mar 14
(3:30-7pm)

Debbie Reid
UTLA
(323) 368-6232

$35,
($45 after Jan 31)
1Salary Point
(Multicultural)
Call for information

Classroom Management

Feb 11

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Opera for Educators:
Albert Herring- Britten

Feb 11
(9am - 5:30pm)

Jill Burnham
jburnham@laopera.com
(213) 972-3157
$20/session
1-3 Salary Points,
2 classes + homework=1 point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register in advance. Teachers may take any and all classes.
Online Registration will be open
until all classes are filled.
Introduction to Technology to Support Instruction

Feb 11
Feb 25

David Boin
(818) 203-9074
david.boin@lausd.net

$80
(check for Early Bird Pricing)
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Let's Write 9B: Depth and Complexity in Writing Across the Curriculum

Feb 11, 25, Mar 10, 24
(9am-1pm)

Phil Brimble
pbrimble@cc.rr.com

Free
1Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
ASAP
Teaching the Holocaust through Art

Feb 16
(4:15-8:30pm)

mfriedman@adl.org

Click here for details
Click here for details
To register, click here.
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Ichthyology Workshop and Beach Survey
Feb 18
(9:30-4:30pm)
Esther Nah, Aquarium Educator
esther.nah@lacity.org
(310) 548-7562
Free
7 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the Aquarium
Promoting Healthy Habits

Feb 24
Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
(3:30-6:30pm)

kxb0903@lausd.net
562-495-0562
310-323-1029

Free
1Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Limited Enrollment
UCLA Writing Project Common Core Series

Feb 25
Mar 3
Mar 17
Apr 21

Nancy Phear
nphear@hotmail.com

$100
1Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Deadline:
February 17, 2012
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Workshop: Key to the Sea
Feb 25
(9:30-3:30pm)
Esther Nah, Aquarium Educator
esther.nah@lacity.org
(310) 548-7562
Free
5.5 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the Aquarium

Writing Instructional Objectives

Feb 25

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Valuing Difference

Feb 25
Feb 26
(9-5pm)

Kari Bower
(323) 653-3332
shawngrifla@aol.com

$75
1Salary Point
(Multicultural)
Location:
8339 W. 3rd St., L.A. 90048
(Sat & Sun)
Art and the New Negro
Feb 28
(4-5:30pm)
Free
1 Salary Point or 1 semester unit for 5 seminars (see requirements)
Registration Deadline: Jan. 26, 2012
Limited space Complete 5 classes for credit or university credit for $60 http://rce.csuchico.edu/teachers/nhc.asp
MARCH 2012

Interactive Student Notebooks

Mar 3

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Opera 101:
(The Romantic Period)
Mar 3
(9am-5:30pm)
Jill Burnham
jburnham@laopera.com
(213) 972-3157
$20/session
1 or 2 Salary Points, 2 classes + homework=1 point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register in advance. Teachers may take any and all classes.
Online Registration will be open
until all classes are filled.
The Eternal Migrant in Literature: The Grapes of Wrath+ And the Earth Did Not Devour Him

Mar 3
Mar 10
(8am-5pm)

Curt Hartman
curthartman@att.net

$25
Material Fee
1Salary Point
(Multicultural)
Contact the instructor.
Using Visual Texts to Teach Writing

Mar 3
Mar 10
(8am-5pm)

Curt Hartman
curthartman@att.net

$25
Material Fee
1Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the instructor.

The Power of Presence

Mar 10

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Mar 10-31
(8:30-5pm)
2 Salary Points
(Multicultural)
Click here to register.
(Four Saturdays)
Making the Connection from Past to Present

Mar 15
(4:15-8:30pm)

mfriedman@adl.org

Click here for details
Click here for details
To register, click here.
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Workshop: Peninsula Shore Watch
Mar 17
(9:30am-4pm)
Esther Nah, Aquarium Educator
esther.nah@lacity.org
(310) 548-7562
Free
6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the Aquarium

Dual Immersion and Effective Policies and Practices for ELLs Magaly Lavadenz and Michael Genzuk

Mar 17
(4-8pm)

Cheryl
cortega@utla.net
Marina
msalasbildir@utla.net

Free
4 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Reservations:
UTLA Maria Hedricks
(213) 487-5560

Building Strong Connections for Student Success (Developmental Assets)

Mar 17

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.

Classroom Management

Mar 17

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Becoming a Tech Savvy Educator

Mar 17
Mar 24

David Boin
(818) 203-9074
david.boin@lausd.net

$80
(check for Early Bird Pricing)
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Ship-2-Shore Education Program Workshop
Mar 24
(1-5pm)
Esther Nah, Aquarium Educator
esther.nah@lacity.org
(310) 548-7562
Free
4 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the Aquarium

Classroom Management Plus

Mar 24

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Cultural Competency

Mar 24
Mar 25
(9-5pm)

Kari Bower
(323) 653-3332
shawngrifla@aol.com

$75
1Salary Point
(Multicultural)
Location:
8339 W. 3rd St., L.A. 90048
(Sat & Sun)
Art and the New Negro
Mar 27
(4-5:30pm)
Free
1 Salary Point or 1 semester unit for 5 seminars (see requirements)
Registration Deadline: Jan. 26, 2012
Limited space Complete 5 classes for credit or university credit for $60 http://rce.csuchico.edu/teachers/nhc.asp
APRIL 2012

Building Strong Connections for Student Success (Developmental Assets)

Apr 3

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.

Designing Instruction for the English Learner

Apr 3

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.

Writing Instructional Objectives

Apr 4

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.

Interactive Student Notebooks

Apr 5

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Teaching Catcher in the Rye: Holden Caulfield and Adolescent Rebellion
Apr 12
(4-5:30pm)
Free w/promo code LAUSD
1 Salary Point or 1 semester unit for 5 seminars (see requirements)
Registration Deadline: April 5, 2012
Limited space Complete 5 classes for credit or university credit for $60 http://rce.csuchico.edu/teachers/nhc.asp

The ABC's of Student Engagement

Apr 14

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Teaching Our World through the Arts
Strand Four: VISUAL ARTS
Apr 14 - May 5
(8:30-5pm)
2 Salary Points
(Multicultural)
Click here to register.
(Four Saturdays)
Using Digital Cameras to Support Classroom Instruction

Apr 14
Apr 21

David Boin
(818) 203-9074
david.boin@lausd.net

$80
(check for Early Bird Pricing)
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Library of Congress: Teaching with Primary Sources K-5

Apr 14
Apr 28
(8:30am-3:15pm)

Linda Kidd
linda.kidd@lausd.net

No Fee
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Follow-up meeting on June 2nd 8:30-11:30
$75 stipend available upon completion of course requirements.
Registration deadline: April 9, 2012 Space is limited
Valuing Difference

Apr 15
Apr 22
(9-5pm)

Kari Bower
(323) 653-3332
shawngrifla@aol.com

$75
1Salary Point
(Multicultural)
Location:
8339 W. 3rd St., L.A. 90048
(two Sundays)
Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher

Apr 16, 23, 30
Mar 7, 14
(4-7pm)

Ja Ja Perng
jxp5892@lausd.net

$25

1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Location:
1130 Mott St, San Fernando 91340
Nation, Race, and Genocide
Apr 19
(4-5:30pm)
Free w/promo code LAUSD
1 Salary Point or 1 semester unit for 5 seminars (see requirements)
Registration Deadline: April 12, 2012
Limited space Complete 5 classes for credit or university credit for $60 http://rce.csuchico.edu/teachers/nhc.asp

Classroom Management

Apr 21

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Opera 101:
(Contemporary Opera)
Apr 21
(9am-5:30pm)
Jill Burnham
jburnham@laopera.com
(213) 972-3157
$20/session
1 or 2 Salary Points, 2 classes + homework=1 point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register in advance. Teachers may take any and all classes.
Online Registration will be open
until all classes are filled.
Using Art in History and Literature Classes: What’s the Story? Parts 1 & 2
Apr 24 & 26
(4-5:30pm)
Free w/promo code LAUSD
1 Salary Point or 1 semester unit for 5 seminars (see requirements)
Registration Deadline: April 26, 2012
Limited space Complete 5 classes for credit or university credit for $60 http://rce.csuchico.edu/teachers/nhc.asp

Empower Parents as Education Partners Elizabeth Jimenez & Maria Quezada

Apr 27
(4-8pm)

Cheryl
cortega@utla.net
Marina
msalasbildir@utla.net

Free
4 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Reservations:
UTLA Maria Hedricks
(213) 487-5560
MAY 2012
Opera for Educators: La Boheme- Puccini

May 5
(9am - 5:30pm)

Jill Burnham
jburnham@laopera.com
(213) 972-3157
$20/session
1 or 2 Salary Points, 2 classes + homework=1 point
(Not Multicultural)
Click here to register in advance. Teachers may take any and all classes.
Online Registration will be open
until all classes are filled.

Writing Instructional Objectives

May 5

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
Introduction to Council for Educators
(2-Day Workshop)

May 5
May 12
(8:30 am - 4:30pm)

joseph.provisor@lausd.net
monica.chinlund@lausd.net
(805) 646-8343
cis.ojaifoundation.org

$250
Click here to remit payment.
1 Salary Point
( Multicultural)
Register on the Learning Zone.
(some scholarships available must apply before registration to monica.chinlund@lausd.net)
Dynamic Documentary Video Projects

May 5
May 12

David Boin
(818) 203-9074
david.boin@lausd.net

$80
(check for Early Bird Pricing)
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
Spain and Its North American Empire in the Eighteenth Century: The Other Revolution
May 16
(4-5:30pm)
Free w/promo code LAUSD
1 Salary Point or 1 semester unit for 5 seminars (see requirements)
Registration Deadline: May 9, 2012
Limited space Complete 5 classes for credit or university credit for $60 http://rce.csuchico.edu/teachers/nhc.asp

Classroom Management

May 19

Jerry Wilson
jeraldine.wilson@lausd.net
(213) 241-5501

6 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Click here for instructions on how to register.
JUNE 2012
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Workshop: Research Program Icebreaker
Jun 3
(10am-3pm)
Esther Nah, Aquarium Educator
esther.nah@lacity.org
(310) 548-7562
Free
4.5 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the Aquarium
JULY 2012
Developing Higher Order Thinking Skills with WebQuest

Jul 14
Jul 21
Jul 28

David Boin
(818) 203-9074
david.boin@lausd.net

$80
(check for Early Bird Pricing)
1 Salary Point
(Not Multicultural)
OCTOBER 2012
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Workshop: Tidepools for Teachers
Oct 27
(12-3pm)
Esther Nah, Aquarium Educator
esther.nah@lacity.org
(310) 548-7562
Free
3 Pre-Approved
Professional Development Hours
(Not Multicultural)
Contact the Aquarium

 

Professional Development Hours are pre-approved by the Joint Salary Point Credit Committee and may be used to apply for salary point credit. Applicants must accumulate 30 hours to apply for 1 salary point. Please refer to Article XV of the District/UTLA Agreement. This information is provided solely for the convenience of certificated employees seeking professional development opportunities.  Salary point credit will be granted consistent with the provisions of the District/UTLA Agreement.

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