AFT PD Trainer must attend Summer Educator Academy July 9-14 2026 for train-the-trainer preparation. Training and travel is paid for by NEA and ATPPS. This comprehensive and intensive training institute prepares educators to return to their locals as facilitators. The description of the content for the course and additional required virtual meetings are listed below. Strategies for Student Success: The Student-Centered Classroom is scheduled to run in Princeton Public Schools during the 2027-2028 or 2028-2029 school year based on ATPPS budget available. Trainers will identify training dates.

Strategies for Student Success: The Student-Centered Classroom

Creating a student-centered classroom involves recognizing and responding to the diverse cultural, cognitive and motivational needs of all learners. Through Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, educators explore the connection between culture and learning, employing strategies such as cultural competency, high expectations and critical consciousness to build student self-efficacy and engagement. Differentiated Instruction ensures that varying learning styles, interests and readiness levels are addressed through models like Tomlinson’s tiered lessons, Conklin’s choice boards, and Sternberg’s triarchic model. Finally, Inquiry-, Problem-, and Project-Based Learning shifts the focus from compliance to curiosity, empowering students to explore, question and create as they construct knowledge in meaningful ways. Together, these approaches cultivate inclusive, engaging and personalized learning environments where every student can thrive. Grade level PreK-12.

 

Pre-Virtual Instructional Dates: June 9, 16, 30—6 p.m. – 8 p.m. EDT

Post-Virtual Follow-up: TBD @SEA

 

Qualifications:

PEA member

Personal commitment to district improvement.

Demonstrates proficiency in classroom management, instructional methods, curriculum, and assessments.

Demonstrates ability to build and maintain trust with peers.

Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrate positive leadership skills.

Full dues paying member of the PEA.

Responsibilities:

Connects AFT PD training to the Princeton Paradigm.

Participates in state AFT PD conferences and training.

Participates in AFT PD schedule planning.

Coordinates with partnering University for course credit if available (at least one trainer for each course).

Tracks hours and assignment completion for staff working toward Princeton Credits

Completes National AFT PD Course training (travel, lodging, and food are covered) (No stipend will be paid for the training.)