New Teacher Academy
New Teacher Academy
New Teacher Academy
The LRC-South New Teacher Academy (NTA) provides high-quality professional learning experiences to support the professional growth of new teachers during their first years in the profession. The NTA curriculum will address research-based high leverage inclusive practices and include engaging activities that will be beneficial to all new teachers.
All first through third year teachers are encouraged to apply to this FREE professional development opportunity to explore strategies that promote the success of all learners. Membership in this Professional Learning Community (PLC) includes a three-day summer academy and monthly meetings throughout the academic year to support your professional growth.
The 2022 summer academy will be in person at Rowan University on Tuesday, August 9th - Thursday, August 11th from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, with a virtual orientation on Tuesday, August 2nd at 6:30 pm.
Monthly virtual PLC meetings will be held in the evening, tentatively scheduled for the second Wednesday of the month (September through June). To make the most of this valuable opportunity, participants will be required to attend the orientation, all three days of the summer academy, and the monthly PLC meetings.
Questions? Please contact Jenny Murphy, LRC-S Director murphyje@rowan.edu
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About Our Professional Learning Community
The NTA Professional Learning Community (PLC) is a collaborative support network for educators as they enter the teaching profession. The three day summer academy allows new members to get to know one another, glean wisdom from a panel of returning cohort members, and explore services provided by the Learning Resource Center-South.
Professional learning sessions during the academy support members in developing strategies and identifying resources that will help them begin the school year with confidence. Through our monthly virtual meetings, novice teachers share their ideas and experiences, encourage one another, and consider ways to promote the success of all students. PLC sessions incorporate opportunities for reflection, new understandings, and applications for the classroom aligned to high leverage inclusive practices and New Jersey’s professional standards for teachers.
During the 2021-2022 school year, the NTA PLC engaged in two professional book studies, exploring the topics of social emotional learning and culturally responsive practices. In addition, members discussed strategies for family engagement, connecting with colleagues, classroom management, and self care. As we look forward to the 2022-2023 school year, we are developing new, creative ways to engage our members!
What Our Cohort Has To Say
“After completing this 3-day academy I feel more confident in my knowledge on CRST, family engagement, and co-teaching. I am really excited to take everything I learned during the 3-day academy and use it in the classroom this school year.” - 2nd year teacher |
The “meetings once a month are great. Even if we just implement one or two new skills per month, we are growing.” - 2nd year teacher |
“I’ve really enjoyed this PLC… It’s nice to have a place to discuss these topics outside of school without it being overwhelming. It’s also a very comfortable space to share thoughts and ask questions.” - 1st year teacher |