Teaching Academic Language in Secondary Schools

• One of the major challenges for students learning English as an
  additional language is developing a command of the more formal academic
  language essential for success across the curriculum.

• Speakers at the conference will advocate that securing a whole school
  approach to teaching academic is essential.

• Speakers will demonstrate how to identify and explicitly teach academic
  language across all subjects.

• Open to all secondary Senior School Lead ...

  Course Code: CONF/19/155
  

The approach changed back in 2008 which gave clear guidance on how a part time teachers’ pay should be
calculated. STPCD recognised that all schools’ timetables are different and determined that a part time teachers’ pay should be calculated proportionately in relation to the teaching time of a full time teacher in the same school.

The old approach to paying in tenths of a week clearly breaches the document requirements and could be subject to challenge from both the individuals and the professional associations, and could bring significant claims of und ...

Time to explore developing your teaching skills further as well as looking towards new challenges and developments for your 2nd year in teaching.

This one and a half hour session is designed for school teams who would like to develop their awareness and understanding of autism.

The course is suitable for SENCos, teachers, teaching assistants lunchtime staff, senior leadership and governors.

The session is suitable for practitioners working with school-age pupils on the autism spectrum in both mainstream and specialist settings.

The NQT year is an exciting but challenging time for new teachers.  This will support NQTs to be successful in their induction year. The seminar will provide all the statutory information about what to expect from the year, share useful resources and proformas to support the induction process. It will also signpost NQTs to professional development opportunities. This is also a great opportunity to network and meet other NQTs in South Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.

Mentoring NQTs is rewarding and a great opportunity to effectively steer the next generation of teachers on to a successful long term career. Solid mentoring and coaching during the induction year allows your NQT to develop their skills and become a reflective teacher that will continue to develop their practice.

In this essential guide the roles and responsibilities of the Mentor/Induction Tutor, NQT and appropriate body will be explored. Statutory guidance will be exemplified, giving mentors a solid understanding. The course will look at meeting schedules and offer guidance, explo ...