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Session 4: Team Participation & Membership
Session 4: Team Participation & Membership
Live SessionLive Session
PDE 2954Partnership for
Success: Building Teacher-
Paraeducator Teams That
Work
PDE 2954
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Learner Outcomes for Session 4Learner Outcomes for Session 4Discuss Needs Assessment resultsDefine conflictDistinguish between reactive and proactive
approaches to problem solvingLearn an effective model for conflict resolutionDetermine when it is appropriate to involve
administration in your conflicts Understand how to appropriately document
concerns
Discuss Needs Assessment resultsDefine conflictDistinguish between reactive and proactive
approaches to problem solvingLearn an effective model for conflict resolutionDetermine when it is appropriate to involve
administration in your conflicts Understand how to appropriately document
concerns
My ReportParaeducator Needs AssessmentParaeducator Needs Assessment
PDE 2954
How did the
Needs
Assessment
go?
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Areas of Need Areas of Need
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What is Conflict?What is Conflict?
A normal, healthy process in team development
A disagreement Occurs when two or more people interact
and perceive incompatible differences Or when individuals feel there is a threat to
their resources, needs or values
A normal, healthy process in team development
A disagreement Occurs when two or more people interact
and perceive incompatible differences Or when individuals feel there is a threat to
their resources, needs or values
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Dealing with ConflictDealing with Conflict
Deal with it
Igno
re itOR
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Interpersonal Problem SolvingInterpersonal Problem Solving
Solving problems as a group approachFundamental to successful interactions
Solving problems as a group approachFundamental to successful interactions
Reactive
Problem
Solving
Proactive Problem Solving
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Identify the Problem
Generate Potential Solutions
Determine Pros & Cons of Each
Solution
Select Preferred Solution
Make Detailed Plans for Solution
Implement the Solution
Evaluate the Solution
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“I” Messages“I” Messages
Treat each other with respectUse “I” messages to explain how you feelAttempt to understand the other person’s
interests, wishes, or wantsUses phrases like, “I heard you say…” to
clarify messages
Treat each other with respectUse “I” messages to explain how you feelAttempt to understand the other person’s
interests, wishes, or wantsUses phrases like, “I heard you say…” to
clarify messages
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Model for Conflict ResolutionModel for Conflict Resolution
OLD FRAME
NEW FRAMENEW FRAME
Position
REFRAME
How can we…
Mother’s
OLD
FRAME
Position
Daughter’s
OLD FRAME
Position
Mother’s
NEW FRAME
Interests
Daughter’s
NEW FRAME
Interests
My ReportSo how would this work in the classroom?So how would this work in the classroom?
Paraeducator's
OLD FRAME
Must know
math facts
Teacher’s
OLD FRAME
May use
calculator
Paraeducator’s
Interest
That Johnny
Gets practice
with math
facts
Teacher’s Interest
That Johnny
Completes his
Math work with
Minimal
frustration
REFRAME
How can we ensure that
Johnny gets his math work
done with minimal frustration
and still practices his math
facts?
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What about you?What about you?
Do you have any current conflicts that may be approached using this Model of Conflict Resolution?
Do you have any current conflicts that may be approached using this Model of Conflict Resolution?
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Model for Conflict ResolutionModel for Conflict Resolution
OLD FRAME
NEW FRAMENEW FRAME
Position
REFRAME
How can we…
OLD FRAME
Position
OLD FRAME
Position
NEW FRAME
Interests
NEW FRAME
Interests
1. Positions2. Reframe positions
by stating interests
3. Ask, “How can we…” insuring that each interest is met
4. Brainstorm possible solutions
5. Pick a solution
My ReportWhen and How to Involve Administration in ConflictsWhen and How to Involve Administration in Conflicts
Yes No
Considering It…
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Employee StatusEmployee Status
Information from the CCSD Human Resource Division Guide To Supervision developed 12/3/07
A probationary employee who receives “Requires Improvement” or “Not Satisfactory” in any area will not be granted “regular status.” A “regular-status” or post-probationary may be suspended or dismissed only for just cause except when “extraordinary circumstances”are present and a predeterminationhearing must be held prior to suspension or dismissal.
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Progressive Disciplinary Actions
Progressive Disciplinary Actions
Conferencing
Oral Warning
Written Warning
Written Reprimand
Suspension
Involuntary Demotion
Dismissal or Resignation
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DocumentationDocumentation
Types of Evidence that Support DisciplinePersistent Nature of DifficultiesRepeated WarningsFrequent AssistanceClose SupervisionOrdinary Circumstances
Types of Evidence that Support DisciplinePersistent Nature of DifficultiesRepeated WarningsFrequent AssistanceClose SupervisionOrdinary Circumstances
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Documentation ContinuedDocumentation Continued
Characteristics of Acceptable EvidenceSpecific in natureExtensive in scopeDocumented or recordedDate and TimeOriginal DraftsSurveillance Tapes from Campus Security
CamerasWritten Statements
Characteristics of Acceptable EvidenceSpecific in natureExtensive in scopeDocumented or recordedDate and TimeOriginal DraftsSurveillance Tapes from Campus Security
CamerasWritten Statements
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General Specific Numerous, frequently, or often
Safety of children is of great concern
Is frequently tardy
Unsatisfactory relationships with other staff members
six times
Six children were shoving each other about the classroom, two children, Billy & Bob, were knocked to the floor.
Was more than 10 min. late on May 3, 4, 5, 8, & 9th.
Refused to consult with supervising teacher regarding lesson plans
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CCF-70CCF-70
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Remember…Remember…
Progressive discipline measures are a last
resort
Mentoring, coaching,
and on-the-job training must come
first!
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Any Questions?Any Questions?
?
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Session 4 Moodle AssignmentsSession 4 Moodle Assignments
Read article Teamwork: Key to Success for Teachers and Paraeducators by Kent Gerlach
Discussion Forum
Read article Teamwork: Key to Success for Teachers and Paraeducators by Kent Gerlach
Discussion Forum
My ReportParaeducator Orientation Notebook ComponentParaeducator Orientation Notebook ComponentWrite a 1 paragraph reflection of the
Needs Assessment process.
Write a list of areas your paraeducator would like to receive additional training.
Write a 1 paragraph reflection of the Needs Assessment process.
Write a list of areas your paraeducator would like to receive additional training.
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Course Review & Wrap UpCourse Review & Wrap Up
MoodleMoodle
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AcknowledgementsAcknowledgements
Betty Hollas’ Presentation “Resolving Conflict in the Differentiated Classroom” at the 2009 Differentiated Instruction National Conference
Clark County School District, Human Resources Division, Guide to Supervision, Support Staff Personnel pages 67-99. 12/3/97
Friend, M. , & Cook, L. (2007). Interactions collaboration skills for school professionals (5th ed.). Boston: Pearson Education Inc.
Gerlach, K. (2006). Let’s team up! A checklist for paraeducators teachers and principals (4th ed.). Washington DC: NEA Professional Library.
Betty Hollas’ Presentation “Resolving Conflict in the Differentiated Classroom” at the 2009 Differentiated Instruction National Conference
Clark County School District, Human Resources Division, Guide to Supervision, Support Staff Personnel pages 67-99. 12/3/97
Friend, M. , & Cook, L. (2007). Interactions collaboration skills for school professionals (5th ed.). Boston: Pearson Education Inc.
Gerlach, K. (2006). Let’s team up! A checklist for paraeducators teachers and principals (4th ed.). Washington DC: NEA Professional Library.