Due to the extension of Iowa school closures, we are adding a second Spring session to our Paraeducator and Associate training opportunities. We will also be offering a summer session. See below for details and registration.
We know more than most the important role that paraeducators and associates play in successful student learning. We want to help make sure that you have the information you need to make that success happen.
The Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled is accepting registrations for a two week training opportunity (approximately 15 hours) held Monday – Friday. This is an incredible chance to sharpen your skills in a short amount of time. To make these learning advancements even more convenient, trainings will be available the Spring and Summer of 2020. These instructional sessions work within a 1-hour class using a Zoom classroom and will include some “homework” outside of class. The training will focus on topics related to accessible educational materials.
Topics will include; ordering materials in alternative formats for students, braille, Universal Design for Learning, creating accessible documents, screen readers, and information about the Instructional Materials Center. A $200.00 stipend will be available to those who successfully complete the training.
2020 Spring Training Session 2
April 13 – April 24
9:00am – 10:00am
Zoom Classroom
Registration for Spring Session 2 due by Friday, April 10th 4:30pm
2020 Summer Training
June 8 – June 19
9:00am – 10:00am
Zoom Classroom
Registration for Summer due by Friday, June 4th 4:30pm
Registration for 2020 Spring and Summer Trainings
For more about the Iowa Department for the Blind, the Library and the Instructional Materials Center visit us here:
Iowa Department for the Blind
Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Library – Instructional Materials Center
For more information contact:
Sarah Willeford
Library Director, Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Iowa Department for the Blind
sarah.willeford@blind.state.ia.us
515-494-8439
