HV RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

• 3/21/23 ENL Leaders - Advanced Literacies - 2-Part Series - at Putnam Northern Westchester (PNW) BOCES

• 4/3/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 04/12/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 4/13/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 5/4/23 Formative and Summative Assessment Strategies for ELLs/MLLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 through 6/30/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Asynchronous Training Modules via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23, NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - Ongoing, Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

Multilingual Literacy SIFE Screener (MLS)

Virtual Training Sessions
May 31, 2023, 3:00-4:30 PM

This session is meant to introduce new users to the MLS, including a description of what the MLS is and how to use the interface.  

Please fill out this google form to register. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/1au1BeSmm77QwbHP9.

Hunter College

Collaborative Leadership Advancing School Success (CLASS)
ELL-focused School & District Leadership Certification Cohort offered in partnership with the Hudson Valley RBERN
March 23, 2023 at 5:00 PM via Zoom

RSVP to attend a virtual information session at education.hunter.cuny.edu/leadership.

For more information view program flyer here. Application deadline: April 15, 2023.

Career Opportunities

East Ramapo Central School District

Spring In-Person Job Fair
March 18, 2023, 10:00-3:00 PM
East Ramapo CSD District Offices, 105 S. Madison Avenue, Spring Valley, NY 10977

For more information view flyer here.

Reposting:

• Executive Director of Bilingual Education, English as a New Language & World Languages

Southern Westchester BOCES

Southern Westchester BOCES is seeking to attract a diverse pool of candidates for the critical classroom role of Teacher Aide in our Center for Special Services. 

Successful applicants will bring a strong cultural competence to the work of supporting the academic development of students with disabilities. In addition, a passion for working with children and the heart and enthusiasm for this rewarding career path are essential. Multi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We are hiring for the summer session, as well as full-time,10-month positions.

Attend a one-day Rapid Hiring Event on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 450 Mamaroneck Avenue in Harrison, NY. You’ll complete the application process, meet with our principals, teachers and paraprofessionals, and learn about the key roles Teacher Aides play in our programs. Scan the QR code in the flyer. You could receive a job offer that day!

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

HV RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

• 3/6/23, 4/10/23, 5/4/23, 6/9/23 A Dynamic Duo: ENL Teachers & School Librarians - In-person (at Southern Westchester BOCES) and via Zoom

• 3/9/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 3/10/23 Connecting With Our Diverse Students: Trauma & Culturally Responsive Education - at Rockland BOCES

• 3/21/23 ENL Leaders - Advanced Literacies - 2-Part Series - at Putnam Northern Westchester (PNW) BOCES

• 4/3/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 4/13/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 through 6/30/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Asynchronous Training Modules via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23, NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - Ongoing, Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

2023 Special Education Institute

Long-Term English Language Learners with Disabilities or At-Risk ELLs via Zoom

Session 1 / March 9, 2023 / 3:00-4:30 PM
Session 2 / April 27, 2023 / 3:00-4:30 PM
Session 3 / May 11, 2023 / 3:00-4:30 PM

The NYS Language RBERN at NYU/Steinhardt Metro Center, in collaboration with the Hudson Valley RBERN, and the NYC RBERN at Fordham University, is pleased to provide a three-session Institute for secondary-level school administrators, teachers, and support personnel who work with students identified as Long-Term ELLs (LTE) and who also have a disability, or who have been identified as at-risk of attaining academic achievement.

To view the program flyer click here.

Resources

New York State Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages

The February edition of the NYS OBEWL newsletter has been released. This newsletter is posted on their website along with an archive of previous issues.

Career Opportunities

Newburgh Enlarged City School District

NECSD Diversity Recruitment Fair

March 18, 2023, 11:00-2:00 PM
NFA Main Campus, Blue Gymnasium, 201 Fullerton Ave, Newburgh NY 12550

For more information view flyer here.

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

HV RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

• 3/21/23 ENL Leaders - Advanced Literacies - 2-Part Series - at Putnam Northern Westchester (PNW) BOCES

• 3/6/23, 4/10/23, 5/4/23, 6/9/23 A Dynamic Duo: ENL Teachers & School Librarians - In-person (at Southern Westchester BOCES) and via Zoom

• 3/10/23 Connecting With Our Diverse Students: Trauma & Culturally Responsive Education - at Rockland BOCES

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 through 6/30/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Asynchronous Training Modules via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23, NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - Ongoing, Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

CUNY-Initiative on Immigration and Education

The State of Undocumented Educators Virtual Launch

February 28, 2023, 7:00-8:00 PM

Please join CUNY-IIE at the virtual launch of the report titled The State of Undocumented Educators in New York.

The report highlights the experiences of DACA recipients and undocumented professionals in the field of education. Based on focus groups and a survey of undocumented immigrants and DACA recipients, the report describes the challenges and conditions faced by undocumented immigrants to obtain a degree in education and work in their field.

Speakers at the virtual report launch will provide an overview of the main findings from the report and recommendations for various institutions to support and guide current and aspiring undocumented educators.

Click here to register.

2023 Special Education Institute

Long-Term English Language Learners with Disabilities or At-Risk ELLs

Session 1 / March 9, 2023 / 3:00-4:30 PM
Session 2 / April 27, 2023 / 3:00-4:30 PM
Session 3 / May 11, 2023 / 3:00-4:30 PM

The NYS Language RBERN at NYU/Steinhardt Metro Center, in collaboration with the Hudson Valley RBERN, and the NYC RBERN at Fordham University, is pleased to provide a three-session Institute for secondary-level school administrators, teachers, and support personnel who work with students identified as Long-Term ELLs (LTE) and who also have a disability, or who have been identified as at-risk of attaining academic achievement.

To view the program flyer click here.

Parent Resources

Gilda's Club Westchester

Frankly speaking about cancer: What do I tell the children?

March 13, 2023, 7:00-8:00 PM via Zoom

This program will be offered virtually, free of charge, and in Spanish. The attached flyer provides information about the program and how to register for it.

Opportunities

SupportEd

Would you like to shape the new Grade 1 NYSESLAT assessment? Become an item writer!

Take part in this unique opportunity to develop valid and engaging content for MLLs across New York State. View flyer here.